Stradey Rugby Posts

Two concrete posts sticking out of the ground in Carmarthenshire might not sound like much, but these are the original rugby goal posts from Stradey Park - where Llanelli RFC played for over a century. The posts are all that remain after the club relocated in 2008, and they're a proper pilgrimage for rugby fans. You'll find them on the old ground, which gives you a tangible connection to decades of Welsh rugby history that you won't get from reading about it.

It's a brief visit - fifteen minutes maximum - so don't expect an afternoon's entertainment. Walkers and rugby enthusiasts will get a genuine kick out of it; kids might find it a bit underwhelming unless you're willing to explain why two lumps of concrete matter. The site is free and accessible whenever you fancy a look, though there's no visitor facility or interpretation board to speak of.

Burry Port is right on your doorstep, which makes this an easy addition to a caravan holiday in the area. Combine it with Pembrey Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite - just five miles away - and you've got proper outdoor access plus this slice of rugby heritage. The Shoreline Caravan Park at Burry Port itself is even closer if you want coastal convenience. Worth the detour if you're into rugby history; skip it if you're not.