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Dating back to the 19^th century, Penrhiw Priory has evolved a long established connection with nature, set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens, woodland and  wildflower meadow, close to the River Alun which runs through the valley to St Davids Cathedral, just a 10 minute walk from Penrhiw.

The beautiful wildflower meadow is the key attribute that PCNPA recognised as vitally important to the landscape. An abundance of colourful and rare species of flowers can be seen, including flowers typical of traditional hay meadows, such as the yellow pea- like flower of Bird’s-foot trefoil, the purple thistle-like heads of black knapweed, and the cheerful white heads of the oxeye daisy. The meadow leads on to the wooded valley which in spring, is carpeted with woodland flowers including Daffodils and Bluebells. On the warmer spring and summer days, butterfly species can be found taking advantage of the nectar laying across the bed of flowers in the meadow. Within the woods that surround the property, native trees, mainly sycamore shield the paths and in spring a carpet of vibrant bluebells appear. Ferns and broad buckler provide shade for the numerous robins and blackbirds. The stone wall inhabiting lichens and ivy-leaved toad-flax growing between the cracks.

Funded by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park as part of the Naturally Connected scheme, a 24-hour live wildlife cam is moved around the grounds to capture the badgers, foxes and other animals living within the area. The camera is a great way for visitors to experience wildlife at its finest.

Venturing out to the St. Davids Penninsula you’ll discover the inland commons heathland and wetlands, St Davids Airfield largest hay meadows in Pembrokeshire, St Davids Head vast population of Choughs and Ramsey Island’s Atlantic Grey seals patrolling the shores.