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  Trinity House | Interactive | Gallery | Caldey Island
In 1131 the island was donated to the Benedictine monks from the Abbey of Tiron in France.
In 1536 the monks were expelled from the island and it was not until 1906 that an Anglican Benedictine brotherhood bought the island and erected the present monastery.
Caldey lighthouse was the last Trinity House lighthouse to be powered by acetylene gas until its modernisation which was completed in November 1997 when it was converted to mains electricity.
www.trinityhouse.co.uk /interactive/gallery/caldey_island.html   (202 words)

  
  Caldey Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Caldey Island is separated from the mainland by the Caldey Sound which is 1km to 2km wide, between Caldey Island and the coast of Pembrokeshire.
A Celtic monastery was founded on the island in the sixth century, and a Benedictine foundation existed from 1136 until 1536, and again from 1906.
Attractions on Caldey include a Norman chapel, a twelfth century church, the sixth century Ogham cross, the twentieth century monastery and a lighthouse, built in 1828.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Caldey_Island   (238 words)

  
 Caldey Island
A few miles off the coast of South Wales lies the island of Caldey, which is owned by the Cistercian Order and is the home of an abbey and churches for about 30 monks.
However in the 1970s and 1980s it was possible to buy some stamps of Caldey Island, which were a form of local post, a form of charity seal (since the funds raised were used for preserving the community and restoration work), and a form of tourist souvenir.
In 1906, the island was sold to an Anglican priest who envisioned himself an abbot of an abbey and built a sumptuous house and chapel to go with the priory and two churches already on the island.
www.cinderellas.info /columns/caldeyisland/index.html   (524 words)

  
 Caldey Island - The Cistercians Monks,
The monks who currently reside on Caldey Island are part of the Trappist order, which founded a monastery in 1850 in Belgium.
During this period, Caldey Island was experiencing monetary troubles culminating with Dom Aelred leaving the island suddenly to go to Canada.
Caldey was left facing financial ruin and the Benedictines monks who were living there were confronted with numerous problems.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/wales_history/68241   (224 words)

  
 Internet Archive: Details: Caldy Island
Caldey Island also spelled Caldy Island, island in Carmarthen Bay of the Bristol Channel, Pembrokeshire county, Wales.
The island is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long and 1 mile (1.6 km) across at its widest.
Its sister island, St. Margaret's, is a seal and bird sanctuary, and both islands are popular with tourists and naturalists.
www.archive.org /details/toonwales   (202 words)

  
 Caldey Island
Caldey Island is owned and run by the Reformed Order of Cistercian monks, who live a simple life farming the island alongside a small village community.
A trip to Caldey Island is different to any of the other attractions in Tenby.
The quiet religious atmosphere conjured up by the monastic buildings and lifestyle of the residents is reflected in the beautiful and peaceful wooded surroundings.
www.tenbyguide.com /caldey.asp   (309 words)

  
 Caldey Island - Glimpses in History
The island was known as Ynys Pyr, the Island of Pyr.
During the new construction, the island stream was channelled and used to power a mill.
A watch-tower was built to augment the defenses of the priory, as the seas around Caldey were ripe with pirates and invaders.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/wales_history/64105   (357 words)

  
 A Correspondence.
Caldey is subject to no parochial or county taxation, and its ecclesiastical position as a Peculiar is recognized by the nearest Diocesan—the Bishop of Saint Davids.
Caldey Island is a long way from London, but if you are shortly coming to town for any reason I shall be glad to hear from you and to arrange, if possible, for an interview at a time convenient to us both.
When Caldey of Saint Dogmael's was conveyed to John Bradshaw in 1546, provision was made for Chaplains for the Church and Parish of Saint Dogmael's, £4 yearly, and for the Church at Caldey, £3.
anglicanhistory.org /misc/caldey.html   (16512 words)

  
 BBC News | WALES | Monks' organic meat venture
The monks of Caldey Island off the coast of west Wales have joined the organic meat market to help cover the running costs of their community.
Caldey Island, off the coast of Tenby, has played a key role in monastic activity in Wales since the sixth century.
The island is inhabited by just 58 people, of which 18 are monks, who eat sleep and pray within the confines of the monastery.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/wales/1044869.stm   (329 words)

  
 Data Wales: Caldy Island   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
island, narrow, confined, and squalid with its arid soil.
According to this Life, Gildas had been sent by his parents to study in the island monastery of Hildutus, where "a great number of the sons of the nobles were taught".
Gildas encouraged his master to pray for the improvement of this small island and in due course its area was extended and its fertility improved.
www.data-wales.co.uk /caldy.htm   (215 words)

  
 Caldey Island tourist information, travel guide & photos @ TREKtheUK.com
South Wales, UK Caldey Island is situated three miles off the magnificent south Pembrokeshire coastline, near Tenby, in south Wales.
The island is a 20-minute boat ride from Tenby Harbour, and has been a centre of Celtic Christianity ever since a monastery was established there in the 6th century.
A place of peace and tranquillity, Caldey Island is home to many grey seals and sea birds, as well as a modern Cistercian Monastery and the old 12th century Priory.
www.trektheuk.com /caldeyisland.php   (342 words)

  
 Caldey Island   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Three miles across the calm waters of Caldey Sound lies the beautiful monastery island of Caldey and its little sister, St. Margarets.
Perhaps the most interesting range of their business venture is the manufacture of the famous range of Caldey perfumes and toiletries, inspired by the profusion of wild island flowers, gorse and herbs.
The remainder of the island is easily explored on foot, but in the interests of safety visitors are requested to keep strictly to the main footpaths.
www.pembrokeshire.co.uk /caldey   (420 words)

  
 Caldey Island, Wales. Travel guide & tourist information by Hostelbookers.com
Little is then known of the island until 1136, when it was given to the Benedictine monks of St Dogmael's at Cardigan, who founded their priory here.
Upon the Dissolution of the monasteries in 1536, the Benedictine monks left the island and a fanciful succession of owners bought and sold it on a whim, until it was, once again, sold to a Benedictine monastic order in 1906 and subsequently to an order of Reformed Cistercians.
On landing at Caldey's jetty, a short walk leads through the woods to the island's main settlement.
www.hostelbookers.com /guides/wales/caldey_island   (411 words)

  
 caldey
With its natural beauty, and freedom from noise and traffic, a day at Caldey is more than a reward and is a chance to contemplate the deeper significance of this spendid isle.
Exploration of the island can be made by foot with a walk to the lighthouse or visits to the parish church of St. David's.
The island is open on Saturdays between the 1st of June and early September but only from 11 a.m.
www.walesholidays.co.uk /caldey.html   (564 words)

  
 Wildlife in Pembrokeshire: Caldey Island
Caldey Island is situated just south of Tenby.
The cliffs on the south side and on neighbouring St Margaret’s island are teeming with nesting seabird colonies from May to July but are best viewed from a round island boat trip.
There’s less access to the cliffs as much of the island, apart from the area around the lighthouse, is out of bounds.
www.visitpembrokeshire.com /wildlife/caldey.aspx   (389 words)

  
 Caldey Island Self Catering Ty Gwyn slps 12 :: Stay in Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
It is the only property on Caldey offering self-catering accommodation and uniquely offers a very flexible package which meets the needs of a wide range of visitors.
Almost the whole of Caldey Island is the garden play ground for visitors to the house.
The mailboat to the island carries luggage and is free to stayers.
www.stayinwales.co.uk /detail.cfm?idnum=5442   (683 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | South West Wales | Fire engine airlifted to island
The new fire engine was airlifted three miles over water to reach Caldey Island off the Pembrokeshire coast as it was too big to go on the ferry.
It is needed to replace the existing engine, and is vital to the island's small fire crew as it provides its own water in an area with severely-limited supplies.
The island was hit by a serious fire in 1940 in which the monastery suffered extensive damage.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/uk_news/wales/south_west/3275225.stm   (339 words)

  
 The monks of Caldey Island | Samizdata.net
For those who've never been to the Tenby area of Little England, in Wales, this is a small island just off the coast which is privately owned by a small group of Trappist monks.
Yet here was an island of thirty monks, various village employees, and several hundred tourists a day, without the slightest sign of any kind of state authority, except I'll admit for a sub-post office, and a lighthouse.
This lack of state presence has continued, to the present day on Caldey island, which has had a continuous monastic presence, of one kind or another, for over a thousand years.
www.samizdata.net /blog/archives/004079.html   (1878 words)

  
 The Cistercian Experience
Caldey Island, off the coast of Pembrokeshire opposite the beautiful seaside town of Tenby, is one of Britain’s oldest and most historic monastic sites, founded in the sixth century by St Pyro.
The spectacular buildings of the monastery today were built by Benedictines (Anglican, then Catholic), who came to the island in 1906, before the monastery became home to a community of the Cistercian order in 1929.
The Abbot and other members of the Community on Caldey are of the Cistercian monastic order of the Catholic church.
www.lamp.ac.uk /celtic/Cistercian_Experience.htm   (406 words)

  
 Tenby Wales Pembrokeshire
The Caldey Island is another great example for natural splendor – grab a cruise and visit this unique island and enjoy both the trip and the destination.
This island too is very picturesque in its natural beauty, providing its visitors with a haven of serenity and pleasure.
Exceptional wildlife - The Caldey Island offers amazing wildlife for those who love to watch animals in their natural habitat and for those who are spiritually inclined, there is a very old monastery that can give you tremendous inner peace.
www.tenbyonline.com   (606 words)

  
 BBC - South West Wales In Pictures - Photos of Caldey Island Pembrokeshire
David Walters took these pictures of Caldey when visiting it on a sunny summers day.
Caldey Island is lovey to explore and its extremely peaceful.
We went to Caldey Island and I still remember the smell of the perfume that the monks make.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/southwest/sites/inpictures/pages/caldey.shtml?10   (257 words)

  
 Caldey Island Boat Trips, Tenby - South Wales - UK Activity
A fleet of boats runs to the island from Tenby harbour all day from Easter to October.
They are strictly supervised by the Department of Transport and are owned by local boatmen, many of whom are members of the crew of the Tenby Lifeboat.
Return tickets are obtained from the Caldey Island kiosk at the top of Tenby harbour.
www.ukactivity.com /south-wales/caldey-island-boat-trips.htm   (196 words)

  
 Caldey Island Tenby Pembrokeshire Wales uk For more details phone: 01834 844453
Three miles across the calm waters of Caldey Sound lies the beautiful monastery island of Caldey and its little sister, the bird and seal sanctuary of St. Margaret's.
Perhaps it is this long monastic heritage which gives Caldey its pervasive air of peace and tranquility.
Perhaps the most interesting of their business ventures is the manufacture of the famous range of Caldey Island Perfumes and Toiletries inspired by the profusion of wild island flowers, gorse and herbs.
www.virtualtenby.co.uk /enhanced-activities.asp?id=7   (282 words)

  
 The Clay Roof Tile Council - Why Use Clay Roof Tiles?
Three miles across the calm waters of Caldey Sound, off Tenby in Pembrokeshire, lies the beautiful Monastery Island of Caldey, which has been home to a community of monks for some 1,500 years.
For centuries the Island has been a religious sanctuary for these monks and the present day Monastery, built at the beginning of the last century, has become an historical landmark.
The Caldey Island Monastery was finally restored to its former glory through sound project management and logistical execution and the application of carefully selected tiles that matched the existing tiles creating an original and successful refurbishment programme.
www.clayroof.co.uk /why_use_clay_tiles/case_studies_refurb_05.htm   (489 words)

  
 a travel log
Because the currents weren't going my way until 2 PM, I decided to go ashore in the morning; I inflated the dinghy, rowed to the beach, and pulled it up on the sandy beach.
Walked around most of the island, which is only about 2 miles long.
Caldey Island, and the bay in which I was anchored (Sandtop Bay), are both well worth the visit.
radio.weblogs.com /0107755/2002/08/03.html   (495 words)

  
 Caldey Island   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The boat travels around Caldey and if you want to walk around this interesting place the boat drops you off and you can stay there until the next boat comes along.
Monks have lived on the island for 1,500 years.
While you’re in Caldey you should visit the great St. llltud’s church with a pebble floor and find out his history.
atschool.eduweb.co.uk /tenbycpjs1/tenby5/html/caldey_island.html   (152 words)

  
 BBC - South West Wales Nature Natural History Sites - Caldey Island
Caldey Island is famous for the Cistercian Monks who have lived there since Norman times.
However, at that time the sea level was lower, so the coastline would have been further out and Caldey Island would have been a hill in the Bristol Channel plain.
The island was also occupied during later periods, and Stone Age bones have been analysed to investigate what people were eating.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/southwest/nature/placestogo/naturalhistorysites/pages/caldey.shtml   (407 words)

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