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Kayaking Trip

Kayaking Trip, Fishguard

 knottyartist Says:  We booked online and were sent a map and a postcode for our satnav which made it really easy to find the meeting place for our trip. Our guide for the morning was Mike, who was really patient and knowledgable about he area. After getting changed we were given a safety breif... 

Gannets on Grassholm

Gannets on Grassholm, Fishguard

 andrewwhite Says:  Grassholm was christened by the Vikings (Norse men). It means ‘Green or Grass Island’. It is approximately 10 miles from the mainland and is made up of basaltic, igneous rock and is thought to be a continuation of Skomer Island. At one time Puffins inhabited the island in... 

Fishguard Fort

Fishguard Fort, Fishguard

 Balam Says:  Fishguard Fort was built after a raid on Fishguard in 1779 by the privateer ship the Black Prince which demanded £1,000 to return a captured local ship and as a ransom for the town.When the local people refused it bombarded the town damaging the Church (St. Marys) and some... 

Walking and Hiking

Walking and Hiking, Fishguard

 NeetMurphy Says:  Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, Wales is situated in the perfect location for the coastal walking path. The path goes along the coast and allows you to enjoy the stunning views of the Irish Sea and Welsh countryside. Walking up and down the rugged coast and at the same time in and... 

kayaking, coasteering, surfing

kayaking, coasteering, surfing, Fishguard

 pjfx Says:  Best place for this is Precelli Venture near Mathry. You can either go for a weekend break or just buy an activity for the morning or afternoon. Go see seals dolphins whales and the great North Pembrokeshire coastline. 

Strumble Head nr Fishguard

Strumble Head nr Fishguard, Fishguard

 andrewwhite Says:  Probably the finest sea-watching site in Wales. The best times of year to visit are from Mid August to November to watch the southward migration of skuas , shearwaters and terns.On good days, there can be great, pomarine, arctic and long tailed skuas. Great, sooty and... 

Birdwatching

Birdwatching, Fishguard

 andrewwhite Says:  Pembrokeshire is an absolute delight for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. It is spectacularly beautiful and sparsely populated, almost surrounded by the ocean and providing a perfect refuge for wildlife. The National Trust protects much of the coastline and there... 

Ramsey Island

Ramsey Island, Fishguard

 andrewwhite Says:  This dramatic offshore island has 400 feet/120 m seabird cliffs and fine examples of coastal heathland. The seabird cliffs are occupied between April and July. Choughs and wheatears breed on the island. In the autumn, a colony of breeding grey seals can also be seen.Ramsey... 

Hotels  

Fishguard Bay Hotel

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The Ferryboat Inn And Restaurant

 1 Review and 0 Opinions  I only popped in for a meal but was very impressed by the general atmosphere, decor and comfort.... 

Hotels  

Seaview Hotel: A very good hotel - all you could want.

Seaview Hotel: A very good hotel - all you could want., Fishguard

 andrewwhite Says:  The Seaview Hotel is based in Fishguard, Pembrokeshire and offers a relaxing and comfortable environment from which to explore the stunning beauty of the North Pembrokeshire coastline. Complimentary therapy workshops are run at various times of the year.Easy access to the... 

Restaurants  

Bar 5: Excellent food and service

Bar 5: Excellent food and service, Fishguard

 pjfx Says:  Good medium priced restaurant in the centre of Fishguard, service excellent, wine list extensive..... not what you'd expect in rural west wales! Local seafood 

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 Good medium priced restaurant in the centre of Fishguard, service excellent, wine list extensive..... not what you'd expect in rural west wales! Local seafood 

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Q:  Mum and I leave on our first European/UK trip in a few weeks and we are getting pretty excited. Would anyone be able to tell me... 

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A: Where in Ireland will you be docking? Rosslare? If so the Hertz dropoff is right at the terminal and you won't have any distance to travel at all. 

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Fishguard in Wales

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 This mate of mine, Grahame, said "Never been sailing huh, I'll take you out of Fishguard on my boat and you'll be hooked." For HOOKED, read damn near KILLED!! The pretty picture is of the lifeboat...... 

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Lovely looking place

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 We drove through Fishguard after leaving St. David’s and it looks a lovely fishing town. The roads in the town are narrow with brightly painted houses. We stopped just after the town to try and get a... 

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To the Fishguard port

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Fishguard. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 5 photos uploaded, and 1 travelogue I've created. 

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Fishguard. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 3 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Asmall Welsh town with a ferry to Ireland

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Fishguard. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 3 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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