Leisure

Beaches

St Florence is located within easy reach of the blue flag beaches of Tenby. Within driving distance are Saundersfoot, Manorbier, Fresh Water, Barafundle Bay and many other beautiful beaches along the Pembrokeshire coastline.

 

Boating 

If you like messing about in boats and want to bring yours down with you or are looking to buy one M Jones Marine (owned & run by Jane's brother Matthew) has boat storage facilities as well as servicing & sales. Just visit www.mjonesmarine.co.uk for more information.

 

Walking

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is the only truly costal National Park in the UK and boasts some of the most spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife and vegetation in Britain. The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path has recently been boted the 3rd best walking route in the world. Click here for more details

The total area of the Park is 240 sq miles (sq 620 km), and the coast line totals 258 miles (416km), giving walkers of all abilities an opportunity to see some truly beautiful and unique scenery.

We have a large database of circular & easy access walks from around Pembrokeshire which can be printed out on request.

To find out more about the Pembrokeshire National Park click here: www.pcnpa.org.uk/website or http://www.walkingpembrokeshire.co.uk/

Why not join a guided tour group - visit Walk a long way for more information:www.walkalongway.com 

or

Pembrokeshire Paths - sharing the experience of Pembrokeshires great outdoors, through nordial or natural walking tours: www.pembrokeshirepaths.co.uk

 

Cycling

St Florence is also central to a range of cycle routes which run through the county. Cyclists can tour the pretty lanes and visit some of the beautiful villages off the beaten track in this part of Pembrokeshire.

We do have overnight storage areas for bikes if required.

 

Triathlon, Long Course Weekend & Ironman Wales

Tenby is developing a reputation as an excellent host for events such as the Long Course Weekend and Ironman Wales events. We offer early breakfasts for competitors in these type of events as well as a tailored breakfast & dinner menu.

Click here to find out about just some of the events taking place

 

Wildlife

In the grounds alone guests have spotted 15 different species of bird as well as a growing family of rabbits & squirrels who play among the trees in the orchard, on the lawn and down the drive. Take a look at our garden photo gallery at the top right hand side of the page to see some of our garden residents

Walks in the local area and slightly further afield afford opportunities to see some of our wildlife up close. Some coastal walks have bird hides along the way.

 

Dates for this years GUIDED WALKS OF RAMSEY ISLAND: Here are the dates for 2012 Guided Walks on Ramsey Island with an RSPB warden. Booking essential as places are limited. May 3rd 10th 17th 24th 31st, June 7th 14th 21st 28th, July 5th 12th 19th 26th, August 2nd 9th 16th 23rd 30th, Sept 6th 13th 20th. www.thousandislands.co.uk

 

Historic sites & National Trust

  • Manorbier, Carew, Picton and Pembroke Castle 

 www.visitpembrokeshire.com/castles

  • Tenby walled town including The Tudor Merchant’s House & Castle Hill

 

 

  • There are a wide range of National Trust properties in Pembrokeshire. Click here for more information

 

 
  • Caldey Island, just off Tenby is also a must see

 

 

Theme Parks & Activities

There are a number of popular attractions within easy reach:

  • Manor House Wildlife Park

www.manorhousewildlifepark.co.uk

  • Heatherton Country Sports Park

www.heatherton.co.uk

  • Oakwood 

www.oakwoodthemepark.co.uk

  • Folly Farm

www.folly-farm.co.uk

  • Celtic Quest Coasteering

www.celticquestcoasteering.com

  • Ritec Valley Quad Bikes

www.ritec-valley.co.uk

  • Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire

www.battlefieldlivepembrokeshire.co.uk

 

Golf

Close by in Penally you’ll find Trefloyne Golf Course www.trefloyne.com  an 18 hole parkland Golf Course, constructed in 1992 and totals nearly 6,700 yds. We have special rates available for guests who wish to play Trefloyne Manor.

 

Pembrokeshire also boasts the oldest Golf club in Wales at Tenby Golf Course www.tenbygolf.co.uk, which was founded in 1888, it is a superb 18 hole Championship links course with beautiful sea views just 3 miles from Elm Grove.

 

 

Eating Out

If you'd like to try some of the local restaurants and cafes durin gyour stay, here are just a few of our favourites:

  • Quayside Tearoom, Lawrenny - a multi award winning tearoom with fantastic food including crab sandwiches and some amazing cakes that never disappoint: http://www.quaysidelawrenny.co.uk/home.html
  • Blue Ball, Tenby -  great food & service are reflected in their great trip advisor reviews. One of our favourite places for dinner: http://www.theblueballrestaurant.co.uk/
  • Cafe Vista, Tenby - a friendly place to stop for coffee with great views of North beach and Tenby Harbour.
  • Buccaneer Inn, Tenby - a must try is Sumo's Seafood Scones, it's a great place to stop for a hearty lunch.
  • Trefloyne Manor - fantastic range of food in a beautiful location just outside Penally