Pembrokeshire will mark National Parks Week, July 21 to 28, with a series of events and activities for all the family. Residents and visitors alike can make the most of one of Wales' most breathtaking landscapes the only predominantly coastal National Park in Britain. The events have been co-ordinated by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, and include everything from archery to archaeology, and from safaris to sandy sunset strolls. National Parks Week is in its third year and is organised by ANPA, the Association of National Park Authorities. Its aim is to remind people that there are 14 amazing open air spaces in the UK; all perfect for a family day out. The Pembrokeshire events are listed below. For full details, pick up a copy of the free visitor newspaper Coast to Coast (widely available at outlets across the county), produced by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, or visit the Authority's website http://www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk">www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk Tomorrow (Saturday, July 22): 10 am, Carew Castle - meet the flamboyant Sir John Perrot, favourite at the court of Elizabeth I and Lord of Carew Castle. Encampment, archery demonstrations, public participation. Included in normal admission fee. 6 pm, Porthgain - three-mile walk around stunning cliffs and quarries, featuring the area's industrial and maritime history. Evening of folk music at the ancient Sloop Inn. Start at Porthgain car park SM 814324. Sunday, July 23: 10 am, Carew Castle - meet the flamboyant Sir John Perrot, favourite at the court of Elizabeth I and Lord of Carew Castle. Encampment, archery demonstrations, public participation. Included in normal admission fee. 10.30 am, St Davids - Steps2Health is part of the national 'Walking the Way to Health' initiative. Walks are 1.5 - 2 miles. Few or no hills. Even fairly easy walking is good for you! free event! Meet at National Park Visitor Centre. Monday, July 24 - Friday, July 28: 10 am daily, Carew Castle - holiday activities for young people, relating to castle life. Try painting, brass rubbing, archery, pottery or help put on a play. Free entry for children, small charge for each activity. Monday, July 24 - Thursday, July 27: 11 am and 1.30 pm daily, Castell Henllys - daily life in an Iron Age Hillfort over 2,000 years ago. Fun Celtic holiday activities for children aged five-12. £1 plus admission fee. Booking advisable on 01239 891319. Monday, July 24: 2 pm, Gwaun Valley - three-mile ramble to discover this ancient woodland system. Learn about trees and wildlife - and the magical Gwaun Valley. Sturdy footwear advisable. Start at Pontfaen car park SN 024339. Tuesday, July 25: 2 pm, Tenby - Courtesy of Bourne Leisure. Beach bonanza - sandcastle competition, 'parachute' games, dune rambles. Free. Donations welcomed. Meet at Kiln Park at beach end of footpath from Kiln Park SS 127996. 6.30 pm, Porthclais - learn about crabs and how to catch and care for them. Tackle provided. Children must be accompanied. Booking essential on 01437 720392. Meet at Porthclais car park SM 741243. 8 pm, Slide Show, Broad Haven - 'Armchair tour' of local coastal wildlife and scenery - favourites plus myths and legends. Broad Haven Youth Hostel SM 863140. Wednesday, July 26: 9.30 am, Skomer - four- mile ramble featuring the birds, wildflowers and history of Skomer. Booking essential on 01239 820912. Meet at Martins Haven SM 760089. 10 am, Bike Ride, Neyland - leisurely birdwatch along the route first used by Brunel to bring the railway to Neyland. Now it's much quieter and a haven for birdlife. Minimum age 11. Booking essential on 01239 820912. Meet at Brunel Quay, Neyland, tel. 01646 600399 11 am and 2 pm, Castell Henllys - discovering minibeasts. Learn about creatures which live under stones and in trees at Castell Henllys. Fun for all the family. Thursday, July 27: 2 pm, Manorbier beach - action-packed adventure. Puppet show, environmental 'parachute' games, rockpool rambles. Free, but donations welcomed. SS 061975. 7 pm, Dale Peninsula - one-mile cliff-top stroll on St. Ann's Head, ending with a guided tour around the Lighthouse. Sturdy footwear advisable. Booking essential on 01239 820912. Friday, July 28: 11 am, Castell Henllys - Living in the Past. Touch, smell and see prehistoric life over 2,000 years ago. Details on 01239 891319. 2 pm, Nolton Haven - one-mile ramble to find animals and plants in some of Pembrokeshire's finest pools! Prepare for surprises (and wet feet)! free event! Start at Nolton Haven car park SM 860187.
