Millin Pill

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Millin Pill

Picton Castle - South Elevation The castle was built around 1300 by Sir John Wogan, Justice of Ireland. His descendants, the Philipps family still live here (see Baron Milford). The layout is unusual because there is no internal courtyard. Protection was provided by seven projecting circular towers. The gate and portcullis led directly into the basement under the great hall. Baron Philipps had the west tower demolished in the early 19th century and replaced it with the four-storey rectangular castellated block on this corner.
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Millin Pill is a picturesque estuary located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The estuary is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. The calm waters of Millin Pill are perfect for activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and birdwatching. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including herons, egrets, and kingfishers, making it a haven for bird enthusiasts.

Millin Pill is also a great spot for fishing, with plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish, including bass, flounder, and mackerel. The estuary is tidal, so the water levels can change throughout the day, creating a dynamic environment for both wildlife and visitors.

Overall, Millin Pill is a hidden gem in Pembrokeshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and experience the tranquility of a coastal estuary.

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Picton Castle - South Elevation

The castle was built around 1300 by Sir John Wogan, Justice of Ireland. His descendants, the Philipps family still live here (see Baron Milford). The layout is unusual because there is no internal courtyard. Protection was provided by seven projecting circular towers. The gate and portcullis led directly into the basement under the great hall. Baron Philipps had the west tower demolished in the early 19th century and replaced it with the four-storey rectangular castellated block on this corner. Castle - Link

Baron Milford - Link

Trevor Rickard

Picton Castle - North Elevation

The origins of the castle are unclear, but it probably started when Henry I in 1108 attempted to exercise control over west Wales and may have built a castle nearby (see SN0113 : Picton Motte Dungledi ). By the end of the 13th century the castle was owned by Wogan, baron of Wiston, who built the present castle. The estate passed via marriage to the Dwnn family and eventually to Sir Thomas Philipps of Cilsant, esquire to Henry VII, in the late 15th century. In 1611, James I raised money for the Irish campaigns by selling baronetcies and Sir John Philipps bought one for £1,095! In 1776 Sir Richard Philipps was created Lord Milford. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries the Philipps family was the most powertful in Pembrokshire, owning vast estates and becoming the local lord lieutenants and MPs. The castle is now owned by the Picton Castle Trust.

Trevor Rickard

Picton Castle - Courtyard

The courtyard is to the north of the castle and houses the main entrance, shop and tea rooms for visitors.

Trevor Rickard

Picton Castle Garden

The woodland gardens at Picton cover some 40 acres and the mild climate allows a wide variety of planting. The woodland is mainly oak, chestnut and beech, under-planted with rhododendrons and many unusual shrubs. There are many avenues, including one of Chilean flame trees which have bright red flowers in June. There is a bluebell walk in Spring. The castle-shaped hedge maze is now fully-grown and is fun to explore. The walled garden (seen here) has a fish pond at its centre.

Trevor Rickard

Cow's legs at Picton Castle

An original idea for a sculpture at Picton Castle

John Finch

Gardner's "office" at Picton Castle

This and the other buildings run on the north wall outside what once would have been the kitchen garden

John Finch

Inside the walled garden at Picton Castle

This is the old kitchen garden and shows the south facing wall

John Finch

Picton Castle

Carreg-las Morris Dancers in Court yard of Picton Castle

chris whitehouse

Picton Castle

Gareth James

Picton Castle

Gareth James

Looking across the Cleddau

Just below the car park

Alistair Hare

Car park near Picton Point

There are good paths along the shore of the river in both directions

Alistair Hare

Picton Point

The river is littered with ancient oaks hanging onto the land for all they're worth! The artist Graham Sutherland would come here for inspiration

Deborah Tilley

Well Park Wood

On the eastern Cleddau

Deborah Tilley

Eastern Cleddau at Picton Point

A fine place for a swing from an old oak

Deborah Tilley

Tree near Picton Point

As you know, Tree-folk move very very very..... slowly. This one is diving into the Cleddau estuary near Picton Point. He told me he's hoping the tide's in when he finally hits and there's a big splash.

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