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Another sunset from a week in the beautiful Pembrokeshire coastline. I think this is my favourite, as you can see more of the patterns the clouds were making - what do you think?
Part of a walk along the Pembrokeshire coastal path from St.Justinians to Whitesands we came across this beautiful sandy cove . At low tide you can walk round the coast to Whitesands.
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There really was an extraordinary interaction between the two birds which went on for around twenty minutes. Great to watch - very wary of each other, and I hope the image reflects this!
Walking on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path between Manorbier and Lydstep in Pembrokeshire, South Wales.
Following the establishment of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in 1952, Welsh naturalist and author Ronald Lockley surveyed a route around the coast. Although there were villages and settlements on the coast, communication between these was largely by boats, and access in the region was generally poor. Lockley's report for the Countryside Commission in 1953 was welcomed and broadly adopted.
Some sections of the walk were existing rights-of-way, but the majority were in private hands, necessitating negotiation. Most landowners were in favour, and many benefitted from the erection of new fencing. Even today, however, the path in places detours from the obvious line where landowners were unwilling to accept a new right-of-way across their land.
Completion of the path took 17 years, and this work included the erection of more than 100 footbridges and 479 stiles, and the cutting of thousands of steps into steep or slippery sections.
When opened by Wynford Vaughan-Thomas on 16 May 1970, the length of the path was given as 180 miles (290 km), but over the years there have been several Footpath Diversion Orders which have extended it to its current length of 186 miles (299 km).
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I never managed to photograph a kingfisher before - they seem so elusive, so despite the technical imperfections here I was so pleased to get this picture, and look forward to my next one with greater clarity and sharpness, or even in flight would be great! Thanks for visiting and having a look ...
Walking on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path between Manorbier and Lydstep in Pembrokeshire, South Wales.
Following the establishment of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in 1952, Welsh naturalist and author Ronald Lockley surveyed a route around the coast. Although there were villages and settlements on the coast, communication between these was largely by boats, and access in the region was generally poor. Lockley's report for the Countryside Commission in 1953 was welcomed and broadly adopted.
Some sections of the walk were existing rights-of-way, but the majority were in private hands, necessitating negotiation. Most landowners were in favour, and many benefitted from the erection of new fencing. Even today, however, the path in places detours from the obvious line where landowners were unwilling to accept a new right-of-way across their land.
Completion of the path took 17 years, and this work included the erection of more than 100 footbridges and 479 stiles, and the cutting of thousands of steps into steep or slippery sections.
When opened by Wynford Vaughan-Thomas on 16 May 1970, the length of the path was given as 180 miles (290 km), but over the years there have been a number of Footpath Diversion Orders which have extended it to its current length of 186 miles (299 km).
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Before I went there I had no idea that the waters off the western coasts of Wales and Cornwall were so beautiful.
This is Porth-y-Fynnon, a cove west of St. Non's Bay.
New to this lens ball photography, a whole new learning curve. Trying a few things out on my first trip out.
Another Thursday and another trip to Pembrokeshire with my daughter. This time I visited Whitesands Bay near St. Davids while she was in her appointment.
Cloudy all the way down and all the way back but it lovely on the coast.
This place was amazing. I would love to go back and explore the entire peninsula.
The view here faces southwest and the water out beyond the cove is St. George's Channel, which connects the Celtic and Irish Seas.
Note that there is a caravan park on the top off the bluff at far right. They charge £18.00 per night during high season for caravans and motor homes. You could stay within walking distance of the cliffs for a fraction of the price of a hotel or B&B!
Walking on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path between Manorbier and Lydstep in Pembrokeshire, South Wales.
Following the establishment of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in 1952, Welsh naturalist and author Ronald Lockley surveyed a route around the coast. Although there were villages and settlements on the coast, communication between these was largely by boats, and access in the region was generally poor. Lockley's report for the Countryside Commission in 1953 was welcomed and broadly adopted.
Some sections of the walk were existing rights-of-way, but the majority were in private hands, necessitating negotiation. Most landowners were in favour, and many benefitted from the erection of new fencing. Even today, however, the path in places detours from the obvious line where landowners were unwilling to accept a new right-of-way across their land.
Completion of the path took 17 years, and this work included the erection of more than 100 footbridges and 479 stiles, and the cutting of thousands of steps into steep or slippery sections.
When opened by Wynford Vaughan-Thomas on 16 May 1970, the length of the path was given as 180 miles (290 km), but over the years there have been several Footpath Diversion Orders which have extended it to its current length of 186 miles (299 km).
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Another view looking northwest along the Dale Peninsula in Pembrokeshire, just north of Vomit Point
Two islands are visible in the distance: Skomer on the left and Gateholm Island in the middle. The body of water is St. George's Channel, which connects the Celtic and Irish seas.
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Another view of the Dale Peninsula in Pembrokeshire
The sliver of land in the distance to the left-of-center is Skokholm Island. Skomer Island is to its right in the far distance, and the body of land that curves around toward the right edge of the image is the Marloes Peninsula.
Although only a tiny bay it is one of the most dramatic locations on the North Pembrokeshire coast a mile to the west of the small village of Moylegrove.
There are large and dramatic cliffs that soar above the bay, in folds that were originally created by glacial erosion. The cove has the feel of a typical smuggler’s cove; many stories have been told about illicit contraband being landed. Ceibwr has also had its moments of fame in several films and TV programmes, mostly because of its attractive backdrop typically used for a smuggling scenes.
In 1983 the area was part of a large Police drug investigation "Operation Seal Bay" www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/secret-bunker-built...