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Now one of the most
frequented water sports centres in the
district, Dale was once a prosperous port
trading far afield - even at one time
exporting ale to Liverpool.
Historically, Dale can claim fame as the spot
where in 1485 Henry Tudor landed on his return
from exile in France, en route to his defeat
of Richard lll at Bosworth Field. |
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Dale has two beaches - the one
in the village faces on to the waters of Milford
Haven, ideally sheltered for dinghy sailing or
windsurfing (lessons available locally). The other
beach at West Dale faces out to sea and Skokholm
island. This beach is cleaner and sandier but is
not ideal for bathing due to currents. In summer,
it can be a sun-trap but the walk up the steep
steps from the beach make it unsuitable for the
elderly or infirm.
Those interested in second
world war history may not realise how many
war-time airfields lie in this part of
Pembrokeshire. As you drive round the one-way
system in the village you eventually come to Dale
Castle (private) but turning left to go round the
back of the castle takes you up on to the old Dale
airfield.
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At present, the perimeter
track and main runways are still there and
they provide easy access to the cliffs at the
top of Marloes Sands.
From here you can see Gateholm, Skokholm and
Skomer islands and in the distance, on a clear
day, the white-topped island of Grassholm,
home to a huge gannet colony (no prizes for
guessing what the white top is made of!).
For information about trips to the islands,
contact Dale Sailing Co Ltd on 01646 601636. |
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