Carmarthen Bay Collection

View over harbour and castle, Tenby, Carmarthen Bay, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

The Ferryside Lifeboat William Maynard, Carmarthen Bay, Wales. Circa 1960

Members of the crew pose in from of the lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver and William Maine as the Ferryside station prepares to be closed down at the end of the month. In the background is the Hon

The Mayor of Carmarthen (Mr. W. D. Jones) accompanied by the Deputy Mayor (Mr. M. E. Clifford Jones), the Borough Sheriff (Alderman John Jenkins), and the Town Clerk (Mr. David Myrddin Thomas)

Life-Boat Station, Carmarthen Bay (engraving)
2772837 Life-Boat Station, Carmarthen Bay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life-Boat Station, Carmarthen Bay)

Hauling on two guide ropes, the launching crew steady the Ferryside Lifeboat as it runs down the slipway for its final run. The station is due to be closed at the end of the month. 22nd June 1960

On its half tracked carriage, the Ferryside Lifeboat runs down the slipway, steadied by the launching crew on two guides ropes as it makes its final run

The Lifeboat William Maynard leaves her shed for a practice launch at Ferryside launch station, Carmarthenshire. 20th September 1947

Coxswain Bob Davies prepares to fire the last maroon as the Ferryside station prepares to be closed down at the end of the month. In the background is the Hon. Secretary Lt. Col. Charles Neville

Ferryside lifeboat Richard Ashley in a practice launch in the Estuary, Carmarthenshire, Wales. 8th July 1969

Ferryside Lifeboat Richard Ashley with coxswain David Arthur. July 1969

Ferryside lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver and William Maine plunges away from her launching carriage for her last cruise in the Towy estuary before the station is closed at the end of the month

The motor lifeboat William Maynard leaves the boathouse for a practice launch at Ferryside station, Carmarthenshire. 8th July 1969

Caves at Tenby, c1870. Tenby is a seaside town in Pembrokeshire, Wales on Carmarthen Bay. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]

Tenby, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Tenby, 1898. Tenby, a walled seaside town in Pembrokeshire, Wales, on the west of Carmarthen Bay with a natural sheltered harbour from the Atlantic Ocean and the Irish Sea

Tenby - In the Harbour, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Tenby - St. Catherines Rock and Fort, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Tenby - General View, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

TOWN AND HARBOUR OF TENBY, Pembrokeshire, South West Wales, on the west side of Carmarthen Bay. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

View over harbour, Tenby, Carmarthen Bay, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

TOWN AND HARBOUR OF TENBY, Pembrokeshire, South West Wales, on the west side of Carmarthen Bay. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Satellite image of southwest Wales
Southwest Wales. Satellite image of Southwest Wales, Great Britain. The colours here approximate to natural tones. North is at top. The city of Swansea (grey) is at lower right

Ferryside, Carmarthen Bay, Wales, UK, Europe (rr)
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"Carmarthen Bay: A Captivating Coastal Gem in Pembrokeshire, Wales" Nestled along the stunning coastline of Pembrokeshire, Wales, a picturesque destination that offers breathtaking views over its charming harbour and majestic castle. With Tenby as its vibrant heart, this bay has captivated visitors for centuries with its rich history and natural beauty. In the late 19th century, esteemed figures like the Mayor of Carmarthen, Mr. W. D. Jones, and Deputy Mayor Mr. M. E. , were drawn to this enchanting bay to witness its allure firsthand. They marveled at the Life-Boat Station perched on the shoreline - an engraving immortalizing their visit. Tenby's caves have long been a source of fascination for explorers and adventurers alike since c1870 when they were first discovered. These hidden wonders add an air of mystery to this coastal paradise. As time passed by, Tenby continued to evolve while retaining its timeless charm. In 1898, an unknown creator captured the essence of Tenby's captivating harbor in a mesmerizing photograph that transports us back in time. Strolling along Tenby's shores in 1895 would have revealed St Catherine's Rock and Fort standing tall against crashing waves – a testament to both nature's power and human ingenuity. A panoramic view from that same year showcases Tenby’s idyllic setting; it is no wonder why artists flocked here seeking inspiration from such breathtaking vistas. The Ferryside Lifeboat became synonymous with bravery as it launched into Carmarthen Bay’s treacherous waters during emergencies circa 1960s - a symbol of hope amidst turbulent times. The crew members who risked their lives aboard Caroline Oates Aver posed proudly before their life-saving vessel - heroes dedicated to protecting those who ventured into these unpredictable seas. Carmarthen Bay remains an irresistible destination, where the past intertwines with the present.