Timber Hill

To get to know the spectacular coastline, hike sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path (10 minutes’ walk), or for leisurely family days on the beach, potter down to Broad Haven (half an hour) for its sandy expanse, numerous rock pools for kids to splash around in and surf boards or kayaks for hire. Adventurous souls might like to try out Wild Lakes Wales (half an hour’s drive) for wakeboarding or bouldering along the coastline. Persuade kids away from the beach with the promise of days out on the rollercoasters and shooting ranges at Oakwood Theme Park (half an hour), or amid the cuddly farm animals and Ferris wheel at Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo (also half an hour). Heatherton World of Activities (35 minutes) is the spot for go karting and treetop rope trails, as well as rainy-day fun solving puzzles in the escape rooms. If you’re keen to see puffins (and possibly dolphins), book in advance to take the boat trip from Martin’s Haven to Skomer Island for a guided tour of the bird colony, and when Welsh history is calling you, visit medieval Pembroke Castle, or have a wander around the 12th-century cathedral and Gothic-style bishop’s palace at St Davids (all 25 minutes), the UK’s smallest city.