Scolton Manor
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Sharla J
1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Family
Outside play and walk was good for the family. Absolutely disappointed in the tea room 1:40 in line to order kids a snack and as soon as I got to till she told me kitchen was closed but yet lady in front of me just ordered her family of 8 wraps and chips Poor poor service. Will not be returning to tea room again as they clearly can’t handle more that 8 people. But outdoors is great. And parking was cheap.
Written 26 February 2023
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Stevie L
Milford Haven, UK6 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
We are a small informal walking group, all 70+, and visited in December. We really enjoyed our lunch in the cafe & the tour of the manor, beautifully decorated for Christmas. It was a very frosty day so our walk was limited but we WILL be back. Thanks to the staff at the Manor & cafe too
Written 12 January 2023
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CAROLINE B
12 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Paid the £4 for parking in the shop rather than at the meter. Walked up to the manor house to be told it was closed due to lack of staff. Pity no-one told us in the shop and no sign in the car park. Walked around the woods for a while but on a gloomy day, wasn't a lot else for us here.
Written 15 November 2022
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Hazel & Chris C
Uckfield, UK1 contribution
May 2022
A beautiful manor house caught in time - largely unspoilt. Great sadness reflects in the portraiture on display and a reminder of the WW1 and its awful losses.
The house itself is in a 'how it was left' condition which is admirable. The People who work there are knowledgeable and happy to talk - they clearly care deeply abut the Manor.
Before going I had seen a picture to show that the manor had Grade II Listed stables. No mention of these on most sites but they were important architectural feature. The picture showed the horses names April Love, Carousel and Nutmeg?. They needed urgent care.
Much emphasis made to make this a child friendly day but there is importance here for adults with an interest in old Country houses. Shame it is owned by the Council as they do not seem to understand this.
The house itself is in a 'how it was left' condition which is admirable. The People who work there are knowledgeable and happy to talk - they clearly care deeply abut the Manor.
Before going I had seen a picture to show that the manor had Grade II Listed stables. No mention of these on most sites but they were important architectural feature. The picture showed the horses names April Love, Carousel and Nutmeg?. They needed urgent care.
Much emphasis made to make this a child friendly day but there is importance here for adults with an interest in old Country houses. Shame it is owned by the Council as they do not seem to understand this.
Written 7 October 2022
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Stephen W
1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Family
Visiting with house and talking to the young lady at the entrance about the house and history. Very knowledgeable and helpful. This is well worth a visit with so much to see. The Walled Garden is quite spectacular. Excellent staff in the kitchen with very good food.Fascinating to see the steam locomotive and to be able to go in to the signal box.
Written 7 September 2022
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Danny
Wales, UK7 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
I had not visited Scolton Manor for over a decade now, when I last camped there with scouts. And I have to say… WHAT AN IMPROVEMENT. Definitely one of, if not, THE best museum in Pembrokeshire. I first headed to what used to be the museum building (not knowing it is no longer there) to be met with the new walled garden, the volunteers have done a terrific job creating what appears to be something pulled straight out of the past. We also visited the tea rooms, entered the house which are all kept to an impeccable condition. Only gripe I have about the house is the section that goes over “old toys” from decades past, several of these are racial and stereotypical toys which while they are from history would be unpleasant to see as a tourist from abroad, if anyone from the council involved with Scolton Manor is reading this, please consider adding a point of note explaining racial stereotypes in toys during these eras. The walk around the woods is also lovely, and I think if you have young children they would have a blast with the amount of parks on offer here. The locomotive; Margaret, has an lovely history and as a railway enthusiast it warms my heart to see a Pembrokeshire locomotive lovingly restored by the volunteers. The information centre and shop next to the railway section are both lovely as well. Only thing missing is the old museum, I remember a vast array of farm equipment and vehicles being on offer here on my last visit, and after speaking with a volunteer there I was told that those items are currently in storage until they can perhaps build a new museum on site. I genuinely hope that Scolton Manor thrives and they are able to one day build the museum building they require. If you are from Pembrokeshire or abroad please consider supporting this place.
Written 6 September 2022
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Alison M
Poole, UK46 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
It rained the whole time we were here but we still had a lovely time, plenty to keep my young boys entertained. The walled garden is beautiful and the gardener came over and spoke to us about the pumpkins which was really interesting.
Written 24 August 2022
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Becca
26 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Fantastic day out with our 5, 3 and 1 year olds. We spent nearly 4 hours here and only left because we needed to get home by a certain time! My kids would have happily played even longer.
There are so many play areas dotted about, so you can do a little walk, play, another walk etc. Perfect for young kids that don't just want to do a long walk.
Ours loved the sculpture trail!
Car parking I think was £4.50 all day which seemed reasonable to us for such a great park. There are a couple of places to get refreshments/ice cream.
We managed fine with our pushchair the whole way round.
I presume that dogs are not allowed in the play area because there was certainly no mess and I was more than happy for my baby to crawl around.
Well kept, no litter etc.
My only niggle is that quite a lot of the playground equipment in the first play area is out of order. I hope they fix these items soon, but overall it didn't affect our day (just had to quickly pull my 3yo off the closed rope climbing frame!)
There are so many play areas dotted about, so you can do a little walk, play, another walk etc. Perfect for young kids that don't just want to do a long walk.
Ours loved the sculpture trail!
Car parking I think was £4.50 all day which seemed reasonable to us for such a great park. There are a couple of places to get refreshments/ice cream.
We managed fine with our pushchair the whole way round.
I presume that dogs are not allowed in the play area because there was certainly no mess and I was more than happy for my baby to crawl around.
Well kept, no litter etc.
My only niggle is that quite a lot of the playground equipment in the first play area is out of order. I hope they fix these items soon, but overall it didn't affect our day (just had to quickly pull my 3yo off the closed rope climbing frame!)
Written 20 August 2022
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Caroline Ken
6 contributions
Jul 2022
Walled gardens - Bee keeping - Bike Hire - Trails - A woodland cycle track - it is all to enjoy at Scolton Manor and there is food aswell
Written 16 August 2022
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Melangell
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
After visiting the walled garden at Scolton Manor,we timed our visit to the Bee keeping centre just as the honey from the hives was being processed (6th batch this year). Ali the beekeeper came out of the processing room to give us one of the most interesting,engaging, knowledgeable talks I have heard in a long time. My family and kids were absolutely enthralled. When it comes to bees,she knows her onions and her enthusiasm is infectious; thoroughly recommended and of course I then couldn't exit through the gift shop without buying some of their honey and related products!
Written 5 August 2022
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Neelia77
Pembrokeshire, UK11 contributions
When we would like to use the Café, do we have to pay the £2 parking fee if I have a blue disabled badge?
traveller7703
uk27 contributions
Hi We did pay the car parking but we were then told we didn't need to by the staff in the café.
Natalie_1925
North Wales, UK5 contributions
How much is it
Adult £3.50 Concessions £2.35 Children over 4 years £2.35 Family Ticket (up to 2 Adults and 3 Children) £9.35 Parking: Daily Charge £2 Annual Season Ticket £18
Andyroounited
Bristol, UK12 contributions
How much is it to get in
The grounds are free to get in, but you have to pay for parking. It's a flat rate for the day. Not sure how much. If you want to look round the house, there is a charge. But, it's a fab place for a picnic so makes a cheap day out! They also run courses and events.
Scolton Manor
Bethlehem
Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire
SA62 5QL
01437 731 328
Olivia D
Qawra, Malta6 contributions
Hello, how much would this be to go in? And what is there to look at? Me and my dad are going to Pembroke so would be very interesting to see!
Thank you, Olivia
John H
Milford Haven, UK397 contributions
Hi charges are £3.50 adults and £2.35 children/concessions parking is £2.00 all day.
There is plenty to see in the manor with rooms furnished in the style of the time with maniquins dressed in period costume.
There is a walled garden it is in the early stages yet but will mature. Food here is very good but you may have a wait at busy times.
There are adventure type playgrounds plus a fenced off play area. Great walks through the woods and plenty of open play space. Some fenced off animals in one section.
My grandchildren love it . Cheers John
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