The First Five Quests
These are the first five Quests of the Pembrokeshire Wizard. We intend to add to these over the course of time, building up into a collection of quests throughout the shire.
QUEST ONE - The Saintly Peninsular St Davids
Distance: 3.5 mls/5.6 km
Estimated time excluding stops: 2 hours
The Saint Davids Peninsular is a very beautiful and mystical part of the shire that many early Celtic saints came to. The quest takes you on a section of the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast Path. One of your tasks is to find a secret sign on the way. You will also pass the birthplace of St David; then through the picturesque Porth Clais Harbour where King Arthur landed in pursuit of a terrifying wild boar called Twrch Trywyth.
QUEST TWO - Garn Fawr Fortress, Strumble Head
Distance: 1.2 mls/1.8 km
Estimated time excluding stops: 1 hour
The Celtic fortress of Garn Fawr is situated on the dramatic Strumble Head. This is a short but magnificent walk which is not suitable for buggies, as there are some short, steep, rocky sections. Listen to Pwyll telling you a story about a battle of Wizardry, answer the riddle and find some kind of special rose on its summit.
On clear days you can sometimes see as far as Ireland.
QUEST THREE - Pentre Ifan near Newport
Distance: 2.82 mls/4.55 km
Estimated time excluding stops: 2.5 Hours
This is a walk through some enchanting woodland, visiting the Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber. Pentre Ifan is the most famous and spectacular of all of Pembrokeshire's Pre-historic sites. Learn about the ancient druids who used to frequent the woods. There are also stories told here about fairies being seen dancing in the woods.
Listen to Iolair tell you about the beauty and importance of trees. Hear the riddle and try to answer it.
QUEST FOUR - Carew Castle, Carew
Distance: 0.9 mls/1.5 km
Estimated time including visiting the castle: 2.5 Hours
Note: This quest involves paying an entrance fee to Carew Castle; in 2005 this was £3 per adult and £8 for a family ticket.
Travel back to the days of a beautiful Princess, Knights in shining armour and a grand Medieval Tournament.
Visit this magical castle and learn about its ghosts and history. There are two riddles on this quest - can you answer them?
QUEST FIVE - Skomer Island
Distance: 3.6mls/5.9 km
Estimated time excluding stops: 2.5 hours
Note: This quest involves taking a 15 minute boat ride from
Martin’s Haven to Skomer. In May 2006 prices were £14 per adult including a landing fee and £5 each for children under 16.
Weather permitting boats sail most days from April to October. Boats to the island usually leave at 10.00, 11.00, and noon, returning at 15.00, 15.30 and 16.00.
Skomer is surrounded by the sea and in the winter is exposed to the full force of Atlantic storms. However, in summer it usually has a kind and sunny climate. Skomer is a real treasure island of wildlife and is a designated area of Special Protection and a National Nature Reserve. Follow the quest and use your ‘I Spy’ Wildlife pages….you may be lucky enough to see seals bathing on the rocks.
- Each Quest consists of a Circular Walk maximum of 3.6 miles
- Each quest has a simple map featuring points of interest and location markers. Used in conjunction with the relevant OS map, you can be sure to know just where you are at every point on the walk.
- Full details of walking distance, approximate time taken, terrain and OS Landranger map required are provided.
- Escape routes are detailed where appropriate to help you get back to the start quicker if you need to.
- Specific details regarding the start and finish point of each walk - Including 6 figure grid references
- Details of nearest amenities and public transport are given where possible.
- Each quest walk is covered in detail from starting point to finish.
- The Pembrokeshire Wizard tells you on the audio CD about the Points of interest that parents and children can enjoy together, such as legends myths historical and geographical features, as well as birds, animals and natural history you are likely to encounter en-route
- Written by a family walker for family walkers, the Pembrokeshire Wizard aims to help you and your family maximise the enjoyment of each and every quest in this magical shire.