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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 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 several '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.
Middleton, the National Botanic Garden of Wales.
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.
Swansea and the Gower Coast - Wales' exciting city by the sea is 22 miles from Carmarthen. Follow A48, M4, exit 'Swansea West'.
The quaint market town of Llandovery.
The spectacular Carreg Cennen Castle. |
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