Carmarthen: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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GBP 45 - 74 Spilman Hotel
 Originally built in 1840, this charming family-run hotel offers free Wi-Fi wireless internet access and free secure private parking, right in the very… MoreGBP 85 - 85 The Hollybrook Country Inn
 In the heart of the beautiful Gwili Valley, this traditional family-run inn has a bar and a new extension housing a restaurant offering home-cooked fo… MoreGBP 60 - 115 Ivy Bush Royal Hotel
 The Ivy Bush Royal commands a spectacular position at the gateway to West Wales. Welcomes business and leisure travellers to this beautiful part of th… MoreGBP 105 - 135 Glangwili Mansion
 On the edge of the Brechfa Forest, in the beautiful yet largely undiscovered Gwili Valley, this luxurious bed and breakfast has 3 individually designe… MoreGBP 46 - 60 Drovers Arms Hotel
 Situated in the historic town of Carmarthen, this traditional inn offers calm and comfortable accommodation, all of which is en suite and equipped wit… MoreGBP 35 - 110 Boars Head Hotel
 The Boar´s Head Hotel is a famous Coaching Inn, steeped in history and dating back to the early 17th Century. Today with the Wales Tourist Board… More | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Carmarthen: Guide
Carmarthen (Welsh: Caerfyrddin) is the county town of Carmarthenshire in South Wales, UK.
Understand
Although the town lacks an abundance of tourist attractions, if your journey takes you past then consider taking a break here. There are some pleasant cafes, and the old town center and its famous market are definitely worth a look. A twelfth century history book names the town as the birth place of the wizard of Arthurian legend, Merlin. Consequently, there are a few 'Merlin' themed events and establishments in the town.
Get in
By road
From East: M4 to end, A48 the rest of the way. Parking is not exactly easy, though the parking lot behind the market is the most convenient for the shopping center.
By train
There are some direct trains from London, though generally you will need to change at Swansea
Get around
The town center is small enough to easily get around on foot or bicycle.
See
The area around Carmarthen has been a magnet for the counter-culture since the 60s, and as a result, the town's market peddles an interesting mixture of traditional market goods and hippie handcrafts. The market it open six days a week, though Wednesday and Saturday are market days and the best days to visit.
The ruins of Carmarthen Castle .
Do
If you are coming in from Cardiff, Swansea or the Tenby area, Carmarthen will be the first place that you have the chance to often hear Welsh spoken on the street.
Buy
Handcrafts at the market.
Eat
Caban Y Dderwen, 11 Mansel Street (five minute walk from the market). Tel:+44 1267 238-989 - cafe type meals - good prices and freshly made.
Drink
Caban Y Dderwen, 11 Mansel Street (five minute walk from the market). Tel:+44 1267 238-989 - good coffee and mouth-watering cakes.
Sleep
There are some good B&Bs in a rural setting near Carmarthen.
Get out
Kidwelly Castle in Kidwelly is about 8 miles from Carmarthen along the A484.
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The sea-side town of Laugharne was the home of Swansea born and world famous writer Dylan Thomas, and the boat-house where many of his verses were composed is a main attraction. Laugharne is 8 miles from Carmarthen.
- Wales' city by the sea is 22 miles from Carmarthen. Follow A48, M4, exit 'Swansea West'.
The quaint market town of Llandovery.
The spectacular .
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