Green Tourism
Tourism, naturally
As we all become
more aware of our environment Wales is particularly passionate in
protecting our environment including maintaining our wonderful
countryside and all the habitats within it.
Get back to nature at the Kenfig
National Nature Reserve, a huge coastal sand dune
reserve with many unusual birds and plants including the rare Fen
Orchid, or the Newport Wetlands a haven for wildlife on the edge of
the Severn estuary.
Really get back to nature with Wild Spirit Bushcraft. They run
a variety of survival courses in the wilderness of the Merthyr Mawr
sand dunes near Porthcawl. Courses are designed to give you
the knowledge to survive in the wild by instilling ancient
Bushcraft's most fundamental skills.
You will learn how to create tools from natural recourses, how to
make fire using techniques such as Flint and steel and Native Bow
Fiddle, and also where to source the correct materials
needed. You'll also learn how to build a shelter and forage
for food.
Dewstow Gardens near Chepstow is also a great day
out with its labrynith of underground tunnels and grottoes
revealing a fascinating history. These gardens lay
undiscovered for many years until they were eventually found and
restored to their former glory over the course of the last couple
of years.
Throughout the year visitors can get back to nature and enjoy the
great Welsh outdoors with the many walking festivals taking place
across the region. Search our events
listings for more information.