Tregwynt

Tregwynt is a two-story house in Pencaer, Pembrokeshire, with a distinctive L-shaped plan and yellow ochre roughcast walls. A notable ballroom was added in 1792, while a farm wing extends from the west side, and the interior features low rooms with oak and pine beams supporting the ceilings.

The site holds one of the oldest house locations in north Pembrokeshire, with records dating back to the 14th century. A coin hoard from the 17th century was discovered in 1996 during renovations and is believed to have been buried during the English Civil War period.

The name Tregwynt comes from Welsh and means "place of the winds," reflecting its windswept hilltop location above the coast. The house served as the home of the Harries family for six centuries and remains a gathering space where locals and visitors experience cultural events, with the large ballroom now hosting art exhibitions and musical performances.

The building sits in a quiet rural location and is best accessed by preparing for country roads and local routes. Visitors should expect coastal weather conditions and plan to explore the grounds on foot, as it lies in a countryside setting without major nearby facilities.

During a 1996 renovation, workers uncovered a pot of coins from the 17th century buried in an outbuilding, likely hidden during the English Civil War. Among the coins was a gold ring inscribed with a phrase hinting at the religious and political beliefs of the time.

Location: Pencaer

Elevation above the sea: 54.4 m

Part of: Tregwynt Estate

GPS coordinates: 51.96990,-5.07364

Latest update: December 19, 2025 08:50