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Boar’s Head Hotel Comfy old coaching inn in the heart of the town, with parking for bikes in its courtyard. Good grub too, if you aren’t too fussed about going out to explore Carmarthen itself. www.boarsheadhotel.net

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Llanerchaeron Time-capsule Georgian self-sufficient estate just outside Aberaeron, complete with walled gardens, a working farm and a beautiful lake. Admission is £7.45/£8.20 for adult with kids at £3.75/£4.20 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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Dolaucothi gold mines Another National Trust site – but very different in its nature. Hire a hard hat and go for a tour of these historic underground gold mines, just a few miles from Llandovery. Discovered by the Romans 2000 years ago, mining continued here until 1938. Don’t turn up on spec though – check the website and plan your visit in advance. www.nationaltrust.org.uk