Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority's historic visitor attractions will be welcoming people later this month as they host anniversary 'open days'.
Carew Castle and Tidal Mill and Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort will open their doors free of charge to visitors on Saturday, October 26, as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Park.
Said Mike Candler, Site Co-ordinator of Carew Castle and Mill: "It is hoped that the open days will give people, and local residents in particular, the opportunity to experience and enjoy local history and heritage."
As part of its open day, Carew Castle will be hosting the Henricvs living history group, who will bring to life Tudor times, focussing on the reign of King Henry VIII.
The group will be on site to re-create the 1545 camp of William Dribber, a liveried archer in the king's army, and his wife, Alice. The displays will include authentic cooking on Tudor fire and irons, spinning of wool and flax, archery and weapons displays.
Visitors to Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort will have the opportunity to witness the Silures tribe, regular visitors to Castell Henllys, bringing the Iron Age to life.
Members of the Silures will be on site on both Saturday and Sunday, demonstrating Iron Age weaving and food preparation, weapons displays, as well as using tools of the time to show what the daily life of the Celts was like.
Also present at the site on the day to talk about and display his work will be local artist and sculptor, David Lloyd, who is currently undertaking a residency placement at Castell Henllys in conjunction with Cywaith Cymru/Artworks Wales.
Entry to both sites on October 26 is free of charge, and opening times will run from 10 am to 5 pm for both attractions.
For further information about the open days, please contact Carew Castle on (01646) 651782, or Castell Henllys on (01239) 891319.




