From Britain with Love

Narberth is a small yet bustling Welsh market town in Pembrokeshire, located north of Tenby and south of the Preseli Hills.

Well known for its variety of independent shops, delis, cafes and boutiques, Narberth makes the prefect base from which to explore Pembrokeshire, a stunning county surrounded on three sides by coastline with miles of coastal paths, unspoilt beaches, historic castles and good food.

You'll find Damson & Slate at no. 33 High Street Narberth: a small unique boutique selling beautiful interior and fashion accessories all sourced and made in Wales. The collection, which is also available online, includes hats, scarves and jumpers hand knitted in local yarns with organic plant dyed trims, hand woven cushions, local willow baskets, simple rustic pottery and throws in fabulous muted natural colours woven on traditional looms.

Other local shops worth a visit include Susie’s Sheepskin Boots whose products are all made at her workshop in Spring Gardens, and Fredericks Chocolaterie where you can indulge in artisan chocolates made on the premises – simply delicious!

Narberth is full of great places to eat... for local produce try PlumVanilla Café where you'll find juices, salads, homemade cakes and daily specials in a relaxed atmosphere where kids are welcome. Visit Ultracomida which specialises in delicious Welsh cheeses, and the Bethesda Farm Shop which stocks my absolute favourite sausages, while the award-winning Haverfordwest Farmers Market tales place every other Friday. We're also lucky to have Pembrokeshire Produce Direct, another award-winning enterprise which delivers fresh local produce to your doorstep. For fabulous waterside views you should visit Quayside Lawrenny (pictured) and order the fresh local crab.

The oldest house in Narberth is Plas Farmhouse, a lovely B&B with loads of character and simple rustic charm - it's just a two minute stroll into Narberth and has wonderful views over the rolling hills. Or try Pembrokeshire's boutique hotel The Grove (pictured), an 18th century country house with 12 luxury rooms and 4 cottages, along with a restaurant serving locally sourced modern food.

Here are a few of my favourites: Breathtaking walks at Freshwater West Beach, the beautiful lily ponds at Bosherston, tea at the unusual Ye Olde Worlde Tearooms run by…..well read about the owner here! Visit Dylan Thomas' boathouse at Laugharne, and for more culture head to St Davids with its stunning cathedral, art galleries and cafes. The Bro Meigan Gardens are also worth a visit, not just for the plants but also the breathtaking views. 

Pembrokeshire is wonderful all year round, but Spring bluebell walks, summer on the beaches, and indulging in good food in the Autumn are all good reasons to visit. Foodies should also plan a visit in June when Pembrokeshire Fish Week (pictured) takes place, or in September for the hugely successful Narberth Food Festival.