Parking in Haverfordwest

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Located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, Haverfordwest is a market town with plenty of history. Settled sometime in the Iron Age, and with evidence of Roman occupation there’s plenty to see in this quaint county town. The town now has a population of around 15,000, and has warm summers with frosty winters.

The Western Cleddau river runs through the town making for a pretty backdrop in your photos, and the town’s architecture, especially along Quay Street, is just as nice. If you’re in town on a Friday make sure you checkout the Haverfordwest Farmers Market along the riverside.

As Haverfordwest is such an historic town there are plenty of attractions worth visiting during your stay. One of the more famous historic spots is Haverfordwest Castle which was first built around 1120, although the current remains date to the 13th century. The ruins are a fascinating place to explore in an afternoon.

Picton Castle and Gardens is another 13th-century establishment that’s worth visiting. The massive 40-acre gardens includes one of the most expansive plant collections in Wales. Admire the rhododendrons and roses, or relax under some of the huge trees in summer. There is also a walled garden with a pond that is a favourite among visitors.

And when you’re done exploring all of the historic delights in Haverfordwest visit the Riverside Shopping centre to pick up supplies or a souvenir. This centre includes department stores like WHSmith as well as restaurants and other shops.

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Parking in Haverfordwest is limited as it is quite a small town. The Castle Lake car park run by the Pembrokeshire County Council has 146 spaces available. It is a pay and display car park and charges are below:

• 1 hour: £0.50 (Car, Year-round)
• 2 hour: £0.60 (Car, Year-round)
• 4 hour: £1.00 (Car, Year-round)
• 24 hour: £1.50 (Car, Year-round)
• Weekly: £7.50 (Car, Year-round)
• Reserved Season: £328.00 (Car, Year-round)

There are also 153 spaces at the Perrots Road car park in Haverfordwest. This is a pay and display car park with free motorcycle and overnight parking. Charges for use during the day are below:

• 1 hour: £0.40
• 2 hours: £0.50

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If you’re travelling to the area by car Pembrokeshrie Coast National Park is a great place to visit. Walk along the coast and take in the wildlife and landscape - the Pembrokeshire Coast Path is a popular walk with people of all ages.

The unique Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber is also a great day trip from Haverfordwest. The seven standing stones made up the entrance to a burial chamber and date back to around 3,500BC. It is one of Wales’ ancient, famous attractions and stands over 2.5m tall.

If you’d rather stay in Haverfordwest check out the ruins of the Augustinian Priory on the west bank of the river. Some material found at the site can now be found at the Haverfordwest Museum.

St Martin’s Church is also in the town itself, and has existed in some form since 1120. It is recognisable by it’s unique, octagonal spire. The Heritage Trail in the town will take you from The New Bridge, past the old Workhouse and St Thomas’ Church, and to Mariners Square before ending at Shire Hall. The Heritage Trail was developed by the Haverfordwest Civic Society.

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By Train: 

Haverfordwest station is a little outside the town centre - it’s around 15-minutes on foot. The station services the Transport for Wales line.

By Bus: 

The National Express bus line runs into Haverfordwest, and buses 311, 400, T5 TrawsCymru and T11 TrawsCymru also stop outside the train station.

By Car: 

If you are driving to Haverfordwest you can follow the A40 directly into the town.

By Plane: 

Haverfordwest does have a small airport which is also known as Withybush Airport.

Disabled parking in Haverfordwest is limited. There are 7 marked disabled spaces available in the Castle Lake car park, which can be accessed off Castle Back.

There are also 12 disabled spaces available at the Perrots Road car park in Haverfordwest.

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What does the name Haverfordwest mean?

The town name derives from Old English. A ‘ford’ is a place where a river is crossed, and in Old English ‘haefer’ meant goat or buck. It was originally known as Haverford until the early 1400s, when it became known as Haverfordwest.

What time is the Riverside Shopping Centre in Haverfordwest open?

The centre is open Monday to Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm, and 10:00am - 6:00pm Sundays. 

What is the closest beach to Haverfordwest?

Broad Haven North Beach in Newgale is the closest beach to Haverfordwest and is around 7 miles away.

What is the postcode area of Haverfordwest?

SA61.

What is the dialing code of Haverfordwest?

01437