Caldey Island, a historic holy island off the coast of Tenby in Pembrokeshire, is opening its shores after normal visiting hours for the first time ever. On August 12, a special boat trip will allow visitors to stay on the island to witness a rare solar eclipse from the iconic lighthouse.
A Unique Evening Experience
The one-off event, priced at £44.04 per ticket, includes the 20-minute boat journey to the island, access to the lighthouse viewing area with 360-degree panoramic sea and coastal views, a pair of eclipse viewing glasses, a bar of Caldey chocolate, and a hot drink. This exclusive opportunity lets guests remain on the island after the last day visitors have departed.
The Solar Eclipse
On Wednesday, August 12, the Moon will pass between the Sun and Earth, briefly blocking sunlight. According to the Royal Greenwich Observatory, the UK will witness its most dramatic solar eclipse since 1999, with between 90 and 96% of the Sun obscured. The eclipse will begin at 6.17pm, reaching its peak at 7.12pm when approximately 90% coverage is achieved.
About Caldey Island
Caldey Island is one of the UK's holy islands, inhabited since the Stone Age and home to various monastic orders since the Bronze and Iron Ages. Since 1929, it has been owned by Cistercian monks who live, pray, study, and work in their monastery there. The island also features Priory Bay, its only public beach, which holds a green coast award and is ideal for swimming when conditions are calm.
