Manor House (Remains of)

Stone walls emerge from bracken and brambles like teeth from an old jaw. These manor house remains near Haverfordwest offer little more than tumbled masonry and the odd doorway frame, but there's something properly atmospheric about stumbling across medieval stonework in the middle of nowhere. The foundations suggest this was once a substantial dwelling - thick walls hint at defensive capabilities rather than mere comfort. Walking around the perimeter takes all of ten minutes, though picking out architectural details from the jumble of fallen stones could occupy history enthusiasts for considerably longer. Children might enjoy clambering over the lower sections, but there's no interpretation boards or facilities to speak of. Free to wander around whenever you fancy - the site appears to be on accessible land with no formal opening hours or entrance fees. Worth combining with a longer walk in the area rather than making a special trip. The ruins work well as part of a Pembrokeshire exploration if you're staying at nearby Bluestone Resort or one of the camping options around Llangwm. Historians and anyone with a romantic notion about crumbling castles will find twenty minutes here well spent, though don't expect Warwick Castle levels of preservation.