PROFILE: Tenby

South Pembrokeshire is famous for its spectacular rugged coastline and Blue Flag beaches. With plenty of unspoilt countryside and a mild, sunny climate, it is not surprising that this area, already a firm favourite with holiday-makers, also attracts home owners who want to enjoy the slower pace of life and opportunities for art and enterprise.

Set within ancient walls is Tenby, including the iconic Five Arches, Tudor MerchantÕs House and St. Mary's Church. Tall pastel-painted Victorian and Georgian town houses overlook the beaches and the picturesque harbour. Everywhere history comes alive, from the Fisherman's Chapel to the Museum, the statue of Prince Albert and island fort of St. Catherine's Rock.

The idyllic South Beach is over a mile long, backed by Dunes and an excellent golf course. Nearby Caldey Island is filled with visitors all through the summer who arrive by boat from Tenby to see the monastery and walk to the lighthouse. Seals and dolphins are often seen.

Saundersfoot has a fascinating past and today bustles as a delightful seaside village. Walk the route of the old railway to Wiseman's Bridge or onto Amroth. Pendine beach and Laugharne, home of Dylan Thomas, are an easy drive away. Inland, at Narberth, is the Queens Hall - an arts and entertainment venue of which to be proud.

Pembroke Castle was built in the 13th century and was the birthplace of the first Tudor king, Henry VII. Behind the main street is the attractive millpond. There are other fine castles at Manorbier and Carew.

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is popular with walkers of all abilities and breathtakingly beautiful journeys lead across cliff-top meadows to hidden coves. This area is home to the Green Bridge of Wales, Stack Rocks and the legendary St. Govan's Chapel.

Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock are the main local shopping centres. There are road and railway connections to Carmarthen, Swansea, Cardiff, Bristol and London, as well as a regular local bus service.