April 26th, 2009:

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Begun in 1181 on the site reputed to be where St David founded a monastic settlement in the 6th Century. The present building was altered during the 12th to the 14th centuries and again in the 16th. Starting in 2004 the medieaval cloisters are being recreated to provide a treasury, education centre and toilets. There is a new refectory providing fresh food from local producers, with stunning views over the cathedral, the grounds and the city of St Davids. The ceilings, oak painted wood and stone vaulting are of considerable interest.

Opening Times

All year – 8.00am to 6.00pm
Admission

St Davids
West Wales SA62 6RH
Telephone 01437 720199
Fax 01437 721885
Email: info@stdavidscathedral.org.uk
Website: www.stdavidscathedral.org.uk

Free, but a donation of £2.50 are appreciated.

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Dedicated to the exploration of landscape, this stunning new gallery, visitor and education centre in St Davids is set within a truly inspirational example of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. See for yourself by clicking on the video below and be taken around Oriel y Parc.

The visitor and education centre will help you discover the varied and challenging landscapes of Pembrokeshire. The gallery showcases artists interpretations of landscape, taken from Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales vast collection of art and antiquities.

Opening Times
Open daily 9.30am to 5.30pm during the summer season, and 10am to 4.30pm from November to Easter.

Admission is free and the building is fully accessible.

Oriel y Parc, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6NW
Tel no: 01437 720392
www.orielyparc.co.uk

At Oriel y Parc you’ll find:

• World-class galleries exhibiting art and artefacts from Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales collection
• Work by famous 20th century artist, Graham Sutherland, who was profoundly influenced by the landscapes of Pembrokeshire
• The National Park Visitor Centre with all the information you’ll need for exploring the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
• An interactive interpretation area which explains what you can see and do during your visit to the National Park
• A Discovery Room, providing a fun environment for children to learn about the local landscape and culture
• An Artist-in-Residence studio
• A shop selling books, postcards, prints and local crafts