Out by the Pembrokeshire coast, hidden down narrow lanes, is a small whitewashed cottage by a stream. From this tiny view you would never guess that inside lies a hub of modern textile design and production.

Passersby can simply stroll in, past the working water mill and through to a room filled with people working at looms of beautiful textiles. There’s clearly still a high level of handcrafting involved in this particular portion of the textile industry.

The upstairs of the unassuming building is stacked high with spools of richly coloured lambswool, waiting to be tangled in to a new design, whilst the walls of the annexe are filled with photos and newspaper clippings from Melin Tregwynt‘s 100 years in business.

There’s a particular pleasure in being able to buy something right where it’s made, and I defy anyone to not be tempted by the beautiful range of bags, blankets, coats and accessories for sale, all made from their own woven fabrics.

If you’re feeling a little light-headed after a spot of shopping, you can always take refuge in their tiny cafe, or wander along the mill stream path. For a tiny spot down a little lane, there’s plenty worth stopping for.

Images by Bryony Rust