An idyllic coastal community with a beach that stretches for seven miles and a past rich in speed record attempts for automobiles. The unfortunate vehicle “Babs,” whose driver was killed in one of numerous speed record attempts, was buried for years in the sands before being unearthed, refurbished, and put on display in the local museum. The legendary Amy Johnson used these same perfectly flat dunes for one of her many record-breaking takeoffs. These historic shores are ideal for beach activities including sunbathing, swimming, and kite flying any time of year. Pendine is the ideal seaside resort community, with a variety of restaurants, bars, a grocery store, and specialty shops to suit any visitor’s needs. The land speed record was broken on Pendine’s beach, and the town now boasts a brand new museum dedicated to the topic, appropriately named the Land of Speeds MUseum, which can be found on Pendine Promenade. Caldey Island and the beautiful monastery are just a short boat ride away, and other nearby sights include castles, more sandy beaches, secluded coves, and the lively seaside village of Tenby. An ideal base from which to explore this breathtaking region of Wales.
