Laugharne Castle

Our morning walk starts from Laugharne (pronouned "Larn") where the 13th century castle (rebuilt in 16th century) dominates the Taf Estuary. It's beautiful weather with warm sunshine and a welcome light chill in the air. There are some wooded sections and some with clear views over the estuary so varied and pleasant.

This is Dylan Thomas country, everywhere featuring his name, works and/or profile, including Browns Hotel, where we have lunch and where Thomas frequently enjoyed liquid lunches. It's very comfortable and just right for us, seeming less "boutique" than it appears on their website.

Thomas arrived in Laugharne in 1938 and it was his home, on and off, until his death in 1953. It is generally believed that the town was a source of inspiration for Under Milk Wood.

After lunch we take another walk, through the churchyard where he is buried, visit The Boathouse where he lived and his writing shed, still apparently laid out as he had it. This photograph, left, taken from across the estuary, shows The Boathouse in the lower centre. The writing shed (pictured in the photograph below) is hidden in the trees to the left.

This is the Boathouse where Thomas lived, overlooking the estuary. A stylish vintage style photo by Mark.

The many walks hereabouts were well signposted - sometimes too well, with a host of signs pointing in all directions ....