Trains to Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire is a county of verdant landscapes, ancient castles and golden sands. Laugharne - described as “nowhere like it anywhere at all” by Dylan Thomas – from where The Boathouse and Writing Shed overlooks wonderful views of the Taf estuary. Carmarthen is a town of contemporary culture yet where Arthurian legend and Roman heritage combine. And Carmarthenshire’s stunning beaches have played their part in Welsh history – Burry Port was where Amelia Earhart landed her flight across the Atlantic in 1928; and land speed records where set on the splendid eight miles of Pendine Sands. Visit Carmarthenshire County Museum, set in parkland in the glorious Tywi valley, for the perfect place to soak up the history, myth and legend.

Llansteffan Castle perched on a hill, overlooking a long sandy beach, offers stunning views across the Tywi River towards Ferryside, where Carmarthen Bay Ferries run daily sailings. A short bus ride north of Carmarthen, the Gwili Railway will take you back to the golden age of steam. Kidwelly Castle rises above the river Gwendraeth – a sight to behold on a misty morning. The National Botanic Garden of Wales is set in over 500 acres of beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside – get 50% off garden entry when you travel by train and bus. Llanelli Wetland Centre is a wildlife paradise and only a short bus or cycle ride from Llanelli train station.

Carmarthen and other towns such as Kidwelly and Pembrey offer many contemporary dining choices, including fresh fish from Carmarthen Bay or local Welsh lamb. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Carmarthenshire’s scenery with a brunch or sunset picnic outdoors – there’s beaches and countryside galore to savour. Foodies will love the Ferryman Delicatessen in Laugharne, a great spot to put together your own waterside picnic of Welsh goodies (don’t forget the Welsh cake). Pack your cutlery from home and find your own idyllic spot with Discover Carmarthenshire’s Perfect Picnic Guide.

With some of the finest sandy beaches in Europe, coastal adventures await in Carmarthenshire. There’s the longest beach in Wales at Cefn Sidan within Pembrey Country Park, award-winning Pendine, Ferryside with its very own train station, Llansteffan across the Tywi River and the ultimate hidden gem at Scott’s Bay – discover these and more with the Carmarthenshire guide to beaches, coves and coastline.