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Pembrokeshire Blackpool Mill to Slebech Castle. Walking with Wheels
Disabled Ramblers
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So much to seePhoto: John Cuthbertson, Disabled Ramblers
From the parking area, we follow the quiet lane to the entrance to Blackpool Mill. Built in 1830 with a centre-shot water wheel, this flour mill ceased work in 1958 and is waiting for a new use to be found for it. Now we cross Blackpool Bridge with the inscription “Erected about the year 1830. Baroness de Rutzen the owner of the Slebech Estate. Residence Slebech Hall.”
Our ramble follows an old entrance road to the Hall, now little more than a muddy track in places but with tantalising views over the river as it widens into an estuary. Passing through a gate, we enter Slebech Park Estate. Eventually, the Hall comes into view. If you have made arrangements with the owners, then you can enjoy your lunch in the grounds or make use of their restaurant. Otherwise, please stay on the public footpath which turns left and ends at the remains of the Norman church. Return the same way.
Author’s recommendation
In the spring, look for the bluebells lining the path.
Allow 4 hours to enjoy a full outing.
Safety information
Heavy rain and high tides could cause the path to floodTips and hints
Please inform Slebech Park of your plans. https://slebech.co.uk/
By telephone: +44(0)1437 752000By Email: enquiries@slebech.co.uk
By Mail: Slebech Park Estate, The Rhos,Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire,SA62 4AX
(51°47'24.3"N 4°51'18.1"W)
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2021. Viewing Blackpool Mill from Google Streetview, it seems that the entrance to Blackpool Mill is cordoned off.
Park at Minwier Forest car park (height barrier). Follow the road back to the entrance to Blackpool Mill where there is some space for parking alongside the road. Just past this is a lane on the left. Follow this and go over Blackpool Bridge. Soon a T junction appears. Turn left and follow this track all the way to Slebech Park Estate.
Alternatively, park at Canaston Bridge car park. This has a height barrier but there is a small lay-by adjacent. From the car park turn left and follow the track as it passes under the A40. The track now turns right. Follow until it crosses a small stream then follow as it bends to the left. Continue straight on all the way to Slebech Hall, noting the left turn to Blackpool Bridge in 0.75 mile from the A40 underpass should you wish to view it. This alternative start adds about a mile each way to the route giving a total of approximatly 6.5 miles.
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Busses 381 and 322 serve Caneston Bridge form Haverfordwest.
By rail to Kilgetty (Transport for Wales) then bus 381 to Canaston Bridge.
Check timetables before leaving home.
Getting there
From the A40 St Clears to Haverfordwest. Leave the A40 on the A4075 to Carew. Almost immediately turn right and follow to Minwier car park passing Blackpool Mill on the right on the way.Parking
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Mobility scooters which are happy to go along muddy tracks
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