Carmarthenshire
Know as the Garden of Wales,
Know as the Garden of Wales, Carmarthenshire is a county of lush green countryside, full of culture and history. the perfect destination for those who wish to explore the wonders of South West Wales.
Llandeilo
The Shearer's Retreat is just 4 miles away is Llandeilo. You won't find the big brand high street shops here, but small independent shops, cafes, and art galleries. It also has a petrol station, two supermarkets, bakery, pubs, train station, national trust property, and river walks
Castles
Wales is a country of castles, with Dryslwyn, Dinefwr, Carreg Cennen, Carmarthen, and Llandovery castles within a thirty minute drive.
Beaches
Carmarthenshire has miles of stunning coastline, not just for summer, the endless golden sands are worth visiting all year round. From Pendine home of land speed records, Burry Port where Amelia Earhart landed as the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean and Cefn Sidan Beach at Pembrey, visitors to the seven miles of sandy seashore can see the remains of The Paul, one 182 ships wreaked there.
Enjoying the Great Outdoors
Set in the heart of the verdant Carmarthenshire, The Shearer's Retreat is a great base from which to get out doors. From gentle walks around a country park followed by coffee and cake, to adrenaline packed white water challenges, whatever the level, there's something for everyone.
Carmarthenshire - The Garden of Wales
Looking across the patchwork of fields and trees from the Shearer's Retreat it is easy to see why Carmarthenshire is called the Garden of Wales. Two miles away is the lovely Aberglasney Gardens a medieval garden which has been restored, slightly further away is the National Botanic Garden of Wales, just two of the gardens open to visitors guests can enjoy during they stay.
Other Places of Interest
Within a thirty minute drive, guests can visit the National Trust gold mines at Dolaucothi, or Talley Abbey, the ruined former monastery, take trip on a steam train, Gwili Steam Railway, or visit the Carmarthenshire Museum.
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