Weatherman Walking to visit St Davids for book signing event

Welsh weather forecaster Derek Brockway will be celebrating the launch of his latest book at a book signing event taking place at Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre on Saturday 21 August between 1.30pm-2.30pm.

Weatherman Walking – The Welsh Coast was published in May as an accompaniment to the twelfth series of the popular BBC programme, hosted by beloved Welsh weatherman, Derek Brockway.

The book features a series of guided walks around the Welsh Coast, including several in Pembrokeshire, along with OS route maps, essential information for walkers and a wealth of interesting background information about the landmarks and unusual local activities that may be spotted along the way.

Wales is the first country in the world to have a continuous footpath stretching along its entire coastline – 870 miles or 1,400 km long. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path, described by Lonely Planet as “one of the best long distance trails in the world”, celebrated its 50^th birthday last year. Stretching from St Dogmaels in the north of the county to Amroth in the south, the 186-mile route passes through a range of spectacular maritime landscapes and sites of archaeological interest.

Oriel y Parc Manager, Claire Bates, said: “We are delighted to be hosting Derek Brockway’s book signing this Saturday. Pre-booking is not required, but visitors are advised that Covid-19 restrictions will apply.

“Those who are unable to attend on the day should contact Oriel y Parc beforehand to reserve their signed copy of Weatherman Walking – The Welsh Coast.”

To find out about other events taking place at Oriel y Parc over the summer holidays and beyond, please visit www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/location/oriel-y-parc.

Weatherman Walking: The Welsh Coast by Derek Brockway and Julia Foot is published by Y Lolfa with a retail price of £9.99. Its ISBN is 9781912631216.