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Stackpole Dip Cottage Stackpole
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 1 Dog
- Reference 1498
Small Party Discount available on 7 Night Stays
Price reduction of £50 for 1 to 2 guests.
Stackpole Dip Cottage is one of the bespoke jewels of the Stackpole Estate close to Barafundle Bay. It is offers a rare opportunity to stay on the grand acreage that stretches down to some of the most beautiful coastline in the world. Bring your dog - 1 dog welcome.
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Property Overview
This delightful stone cottage is nestled on a quiet private lane located on the Stackpole Estate close to multi award winning Barafundle Bay and Broadhaven South, two of the most beautiful beaches in Britain.
- Set in a truly unique position adjacent to the Bosherston Lily Ponds and the former site of Stackpole Court Country House, this charming cottage provides a sanctuary in which to relax.
- It has been beautifully enhanced by the new owners to include a whole host of fine Welsh treasures. The owners are antiques dealers who have lovingly gathered an eclectic mix of pieces to enhance the house and give it the warmest of feels.
- All of the design elements are focused on Welsh heritage from the pictures on the walls, the old sailors chest and traditional Welsh farmhouse dresser with porcelain pieces.
- There are lovely touches that make this an inspiring place to stay. The signs depict the original use for the house which was a stable building and sheep dip, the kitchen worktop was originally a snooker table, the welsh slate reworked to fabulous effect. There are an abundance of genuine Welsh blankets and throws that create a warm and cosy atmosphere.
- The property has three bedrooms, the master has a hand-crafted padded headboard, the twin beautiful antique brass beds and the bunk beds mean the children have a fun and fabulous stay. These are served by a bathroom with shower and separate toilet.
- French patio doors lead from the lounge/diner to the simple terrace with outside seating and the ultimate place to relax ,with the birds singing in the woodland beyond.
- Leave the car at the cottage and set off on foot. Stackpole Dip Cottage has instant access out of the door to The National Nature Reserve. Explore miles of paths amongst the woodland and lakes, and walk the spectacular limestone cliffs for glimpses of coastal birds, butterflies and wild flowers.
- The Estate is now owned by the National Trust and is recognised for its abundant wildlife with amazing lily ponds and lakes, with fabulous water fowl, swans and fishing.
Property Interior
3 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children. 1 Kingsize, 1 Twin and 1 Bunk bedroom all on ground floor.
Shower room new bathroom with walk-in shower and washbasin. Separate toilet and washbasin. All on ground floor.
Lounge/Diner with wood burning stove, 3 seater corner sofa, 2 seater sofa and beanbag. Dining table and chairs to seat 6, wooden dresser. 1 step down to kitchen.
Kitchen galley style with slate surfaces and belfast sink, washing machine, electric hob and electric oven, fridge (with ice box freezer).
Grounds large enclosed garden - NB please supervise small children - stock fencing and barbed wire to the rear of garden. Outdoor dining table and chairs.
Additional Information
Short breaks - Winter
WiFi - Yes
Changeover - Friday
Towels - Yes (beach towels not provided)
Parking - for 3 cars
Fuel - Oil Central heating with log burner and welcome pack of logs inclusive.
Dogs - 1 welcome @ £25p/w
Travel cot - No
Highchair - No
About The Area
Stackpole Inn and Stackpole
- The Stackpole Inn is an award winning country pub, and lies just 2 miles away. It has a menu featuring freshly prepared cuisine focused on the sea and has established a reputation for being one of the finest culinary delights in the area, winning the 2017 award for “Best in our County “, and also the best Gastropub in Wales. The importance of local provenance runs through the menu, and it is a fabulous place to sample some real ales in a traditional atmosphere .
- Stackpole is both a listed designed landscape and an internationally important nature reserve. Footpaths radiate from the site of Stackpole Court, a grand mansion demolished before the National Trust owned this area. Walk through woodlands to the unique Bosherston Lily Ponds – a great spot for otters, water birds and dragonflies. Head on to the glorious golden sands of Broad Haven South beach then join the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path which will lead you to:
Barafundle
- Beautiful Barafundle - voted the best beach and picnic spot in Britain -and listed as one of the top 10 beaches in the world. Clear azure waters and shimmering sands are the order of the day here. Enjoy a picnic on the beach then stroll back along the coastal path to the Stackpole Quay teashop for afternoon tea with freshly baked scones with jam and cream. Owned and run by the National Trust it offers a relaxing atmosphere with splendid cakes and refreshments.
Stackpole Walled Garden
- Stackpole Walled Garden is 5 minute walk away. Purchase some wonderfully fresh vegetables and fruit, enjoy a walk around the gardens and stop for coffee and cake at the café.
Bosherston
- Bosherston is a small village with a pub, ‘ Ye Olde Worlde’ Tearoom unchanged for decades and from where fishing permits for the Lily Ponds are available, and a fine 13th century Norman Church. Enjoy a tasty meal in the St.Govans Inn - a traditional village pub mentioned in the Good Pub Guide.
- Enjoy beach casting for bass on local beaches and coarse fishing at Bosherston Lily Ponds. Licenses are available at the Olde Worlde Cafe in the village.
Freshwater East & West, Manorbier Beaches & St Govans Chapel
- South Pembrokeshire's other famous beaches within a few minutes drive include Freshwater West (great surfing beach), Freshwater East and Manorbier. At Freshwater West enjoy the delights of Café Mor. From April – September they serve delicious local produce including Hot Lobster Rolls and Beach Beef Burgers. The waves sweep the beach and its sand dunes have appeared in many films and are the resting place for Dobbie from Harry Potter. It was also the location for Russell Crowe to battle against the French in Robin Hood It has also been the home of the Welsh National Surfing Championships so is a great place to ride the waves. Manorbier is a delightful little village with welcoming café, shop and country pub crowned by a wonderful castle.
Pembroke
- Pembroke 4 miles away is an ancient town with a magnificent medieval castle - birth place of Henry Tudor. The castle is an ideal place to explore and enjoy picnics or one of the many events such as historic re-enactments and music festivals.
- Explore the Shops and antique centres on the High Street, and then stop for food at one of the many cafes. Enjoy a locally sourced breakfast or lunch at Food at Williams, or further along Lunch at No. 40 is also popular. In the evening The Kings Arms serves up tasty Tapas dishes – perfect for sharing.
Tenby
- The walled town of Tenby is always a great place to explore with its cobbled streets and lovely little harbour, surrounded by golden sands it has played host to many visitors and remains a favourite destination for visitors to Pembrokeshire.
- Enjoy a day out with Sea Cruises, Tenby. Choose from a trip to Caldey Island, St Margarets Cruise or Smuggler's Caverns & Island Cruise. Or try a different one each day. Remember your camera and binoculars.
Carew
- Stroll around the picturesque, historic village of Carew nestled beside the river with its magnificent castle, celtic cross, restored tidal mill and the Carew Inn a family friendly pub serving good food and real ales.
Narberth
- Just a 20 minute drive away and has been voted one of the best high streets to shop in with its tiny shops and focus on having no chainstores .It has an abundance of fabulous places to dine and enjoy some fine beverages .Ultracomida the Spanish delicatessen and Tapas bar sits at the top of the street and is a source of fantastic food, beer and wines and is a destination place across West Wales .There are a number of fabulous eateries dotted along the High Street including Peppercorn, 32 Townhouse, Bistro @No13,Plum Vanilla and just outside the town lies The Grove, Welsh Hotel of the Year with its critically acclaimed menu for very special occasions.
- South Pembrokeshire has a large collection of quality family attractions including Folly Farm, Manor Wildlife Park, Oakwood Theme Park, Heatherton Sports Park, Blue Lagoon Water Park, Tudor Merchants House NT and the Dinosaur Park.
Property Overview
Activities
Things to do nearby
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Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire
Morfa Bay Outdoor Centre
Activities include gorge walking, land yachting, mountain biking, sea kayaking, surfing, coasteering, rock climbing, abseiling archery and more.
Zap Cats a Big Blue Experience
Flat 1, Newgale House, Haverfordwest SA62 6AS, UK | 07816 169359
Sealyham Activity Centre
Activities include archery, canoeing, coasteering, sailing, surfing and lots more.
TYF Adventure St Davids
St Govan's Chapel
The chapel is huddled amongst the rocks almost at sea level. It is only accessible by climbing down a number of steep steps. Built on the site of a holy well. Inside the chapel is a small cell said to be the hiding place of St Govan whilst he was being pursued by pirates. The cell became his home.
Pembroke Castle
The castle is largely intact. Its endless passages, tunnels and stairways provide hours of fun to explore. Exhibitions and a tableaux tell of its fascinating history from the arrival of the normans in 1093 to the present day. Oliver Cromwell personally oversaw its seige and partial destruction during the civil war.
The Cornstore
This recently renovated building was awarded for its sympathetic restoration. There are three floors of innovative furniture and gifts. The Quayside Cafe serves good coffee, cakes and light lunches.
Lamphey Bishop's Palace
One of three grand fortified palaces belonging to the Bishop of St Davids. The remains include a partially complete outer wall, a central grassy area with bell tower, numerous halls, a chapel and other buildings The palace is said to be haunted. Parking facilities and visitors centre on site.
Flying Boat Centre
The Flying Boat Interpretation Centre and Workshop tells the story of Pembroke Dock's unique naval, military and aviation links with all three armed services. Pembroke Dock was a flying boat station for over 30 years. During World war II Pembroke Dock became the largest flying boat station in the world. There are plans to recover an important sunderland serial number T9044 from the seabed off Pembroke Dock where it has rested for nearly 70 years. It will then be displayed at a major heritage centre in Pembroke Dock.
Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre
Displays on the dockyard which built 260 ships including 5 royal yachts and RAF flying boats. There is also information on how Victorian soldiers lived.
Manorbier Castle
Listen to atmospheric music as you explore the castle gate house, towers, battlements, chapel, crypt, great hall, dungeon, buttery, well and smugglers passage. Drinks, snacks and gift shop available on site.
King Quoit Burial Chamber
Another stone lies to the south east corner and is probably part of the chamber. The chamber is partially below the ground.
Llanstadwell Parish Church
The 12th C tower remains largely unaltered. The main body of the church is the result of an extensive 19th C rebuilding programme. The belfry holds two bells cast in 1684 during the reign of Charles II. One of the bells is inscribed 'Vivat Rex', long live the king. The south transept was built as a result of the 19th C population explosion due to Brunel's Great Western Railway arriving at Neyland. The stained glass window is dedicated to those fallen during the 1914-1918 war. The church is open daily during day light hours.
The Seamen's Chapel
Beside the doorway is an effigy probably of De Shirburn who founded the chapel in 1447. Tiles around the altar are the same as those in St Davids Cathedral. Behind the altar is a recently restored reredos depicting Christ on the cross. He is overlooking Angle life. Underneath the chapel is the crypt used to house the bodies of the many drowned along the coastline.
St Mary the Virgin
The chancel , north transept and south porch are all that remain of the original structure. The tower was probably added in the 15th C. Notable features include the Norman font, 19th C fine stained glass windows and a monument to the ancient families from Bangeston Castle now in ruins.
Pill Priory PRIVATE PROPERTY
Pill was a large important manor encompassing the modern town of Milford Haven. Successive lords of the manor granted much land to the late 12th C Tironian Pill Priory. The Priory fish pond or mill pond still lies here. The remains of the priory church include the chancel arch, the base of a square central tower and the south wall of the transept.
Picton Castle
The remodelled plaster rooms and fireplaces were designed by Sir Henry Cheere. There are 40 acres of woodland gardens, a shop, restaurant and gallery.
Haverfordwest Castle
Over the centuries the castle has had a colourful existence. It has withstood all assaults by the Welsh and escaped unscathed in 1215 when Llewelyn the Great devastated west Wales. Twice the town was burned up to the castle gates but the castle escaped.
Llawhaden Castle
The ruins dominate the high ground above the village overlooking the Eastern Cleddau river. Remaining features include the impressive gate house, the outer wall to the south with splendid battlement views, some rooms and a partially vaulted under croft. Nearby are the remains of the hospital's chapel founded In 1287.
Nolton Chapel
The chapel is a grade II listed building. It is the most westerly place to worship in the UK. Visitors are welcome to Sunday service at 10 followed by tea or coffee and a chat at 11.
Roch Castle
The castle is a D shaped tower. It is thought to have been built by Adam de Rupe in the 13th C. It is not open to the public, but can be seen for miles around.
Hywel Dda Centre
Hwyel Dda ruled over most of the country and claimed to be the King of Wales during the late 9th C. His legal system was known for its wisdom and justice and was still in force until the act of union in 1536. A memorial garden was chosen as a quiet contemplative environment in which to explore his laws and early medieval society.
Penrhos Cottage
This tiny cottage was once home to 12! Its original welsh furniture remains in the cottage. The thatched part is two roomed. It is the stone rebuild of an original 17th C mud walled type built overnight out of roadside waste. Viewing by appointment.
Solva Woollen Mill
With over 100 years weaving experience traditional skills have passed through the generations. The mill produces flat weave stair runners, floor rugs and more. The original water wheel has been restored. There is a well stocked shop and tea room.
Laugharne Castle
There was probably a castle here in the early 12th C though the upstanding remains can be traced back no further than the late 13th C. In the 18th and 19th C the outer ward was laid with formal gardens.
St Martin's Church, Laugharne
A cruciform shaped church with huge square tower supported by pointed arches. It has been a place of worship since Norman times. The church was restored in the 15th C and again in the 1873. It contains a Celtic cross slab, painted nave ceiling, brass chandelier and many memorials. A 15th C Italian brocade cope and church silver, not on display, are owned by the church.
Archaeotours Carmarthenshire Castles
All tours include transport and the services of a qualifies archaeologist guide. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cake are provided during the tour. Carmarthenshire Castles tour departs St Davids. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of St Davids.
St David's Cathedral
The present cathedral was begun some time between 1180 and 1182 and is the culmination of centuries of rebuilding and expansion. It is constructed in the transitional Norman style using fine grained purple Cambrian sandstone.
Llanstephan
Prehistoric people have left their mark in the form of Stone age burial chambers, Bronze age standing stones, burnt mounds and fortifications, Iron age hill forts and hut circles.
Llansteffan Castle
The castle was strategically placed to guard the Tywi estuary. It was built within the still visible ramparts of a late Bronze age hill fort. Originally a wooden 11th C castle was built which was then replaced in stone by the Norman invaders in the 12th C. It was considerably extended in the 13th C. After a period when it was used as a comfortable residence it was eventually abandoned in the 16th C and left to ruin.
Llansteffan Church
The present nave dates from the 13th C, the tower and transepts were added in the 15th C and the Lloyd Chapel in the 16th C. The interior has been renovated several times during the 19th C and a current programme of restoration is on going. The church has fine 19th and 20th C stained glass windows, including a beautiful east window by John Petts.
St Anthony's Well
St Anthony's well is situated on the road that once led to Laugharne ferry. Pilgrims on route to and from St Davids would stop off at the well to refresh themselves. It was once customary to throw pins rather than money into the well. A sculptured plaque by John Taulbut commemorates the saint. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to The Castle Inn in the centre of Llansteffan.
Chapel Antiques
Treen Box Antiques
RWG Auctions
Audrey Bull Antiques
The Country Squire
London House Antiques
Malt House Antiques
Audrey Bull Antiques
Other items include clocks, silver, porcelain, pottery, mirrors, boxes, tea caddies, pictures, glass ware and more.
Old Saddlery Antiques
Dyfed Antiques and Architectural salvage
Adrian Jones Fine Art
Original paintings and limited editions. Picture frames and bespoke framing.
Pure Art Gallery
Open 10am to 4.30pm Tues - Sat and Bank Holidays.
Little Wedlock Gallery
Their lively and varied work responds to the natural world. Work includes drawings, lino cuts, papier mache, paintings in water colour, oil, acrylic and on silk. They also offer cards and prints and original work.
Wriggly-Tin.Com
They work with photographs on fine art papers, photographic papers, contemporary canvas ,art skimming acrylic images, garden art and more.
Art Matters Gallery
Ten exhibitions are held every year.
Mellangth Stained Glass
Neil makes Tiffany style lamps, mirrors, small gifts, fused glass and much more. He also offers tuition.
Jewellery Making with Sara Lloyd Morris
Sara has a large working studio where a wide range of her own jewellery is on sale.
Jo & Leigh Rihan Wood Turners
The Picton Gallery
The gallery hosts a variety of art showwcasing a resident artist each month. Visitors to the castle receive free entry to the gallery. Check the website for current exhibitions.
Avondale Glass Blowing Studio
Vincenzo Speranza worked for the great glass houses of Italy from the age of 10 and in Germany, Switzerland, France, Sweden and Malta before settling and starting his glass blowing business in Pembrokeshire in 1976.
Andrew G Bailey
The Boathouse Gallery
Calligraphic cards also available. Open from April 1st - Oct 31st. School holidays 10am - 5pm other times 11am -4pm Closed Mondays. Closed first two weeks in May.
Little Haven Pottery
All products are functional oven & microwave proof. The range includes plant pots, colanders, mugs, jugs, cutlery drainers, toast racks, butter dishes, lamps, storage jars and more
Simon Rich Potter
The Original Pig Street Craft Collective
The Golden Sheaf Gallery
Claudia Myatt - Illustrator, Author & Artist
Claudia also makes jewellery. She teaches watercolours and is available for hire by individuals or small groups wanting to get started or to improve.
The Old Smithy Welsh Craft Centre & Gallery
Products for sale include perfume, chocolate, wool products, crystal and more.
Celtic Images at Hilton Court Gardens
Landscapes, seascapes and local wildlife portraits. Cards, books & gift ideas. Bespoke framing service available on site. Open 11.30am - 5.00pm everyday in the school holidays. Closed Tuesdays rest of the year.
Pottery & Ceramic Jewellery
Wheel thrown pots and beautiful hand-made pieces of jewellery. Open most days from 10.30am - 4.30pm Available by phone during the evenings only.
JE Glass Crafting Stained Glass Courses
The courses include copper foiling, lead lights, sandblasting/acid etching, painting on glass & hot glass slumping & fusing. You are welcome to repair your own leaded lights with help or make something from scratch.
Solva Pottery
Colin and Bobbie also produce hand painted clothes, ties, cushions, cards and lamp shades.
Art for Health
Explore creativity and colour. Widen your observation, open your imagination and awaken your senses. Individual and group sessions. Classes by arrangement.
Oriel Linda Norris Gallery
The Slate Workshop
Richard and Fran Boultbee specialise in fine lettering and designs hand carved or sandblasted for nameplates, numbers, plaques, memorials, sundials, clocks and more.
The Steve Robinson Glass Studio
A stunning range of contemporary kiln formed glass handmade on the premises by award winning glass artist.
Elizabeth Haines Painter
The artist's studio a restored cowbyre on her hill farm is open by arrangement at any time. Please phone to make arrangements.
Foel Uchaf Mohair & Weaving
Foel Uchaf's soft furnishings and fashion accessories are displayed at 'West Wales Centre for the Crafts'. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the White Lion Inn in the village of Pwll Trap.
Glyn Coch Craft Centre
The centre displays hundreds of locally handmade crafts and is home to a small working pottery. The woodland walk offers glimpses of wildlife, farm animals and farm machinery. There are entertainments for children. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the White Lion pub in the centre of Pwll Trap
Laugharne Pottery
Laugharne Glass Studio
Studio Pottery
Newport Collective Gallery/Shop
Work on show and for sale includes paintings, photographs, lino prints, ceramics, textiles, jewellery, wooden items, cards and more.
The Domus Shop St David's Cathedral
The shop can be reached via a stone bridge over the river beside the Cathedral.
The Bench Gallery
West Wales Centre for the Crafts
Crafts may include jewellery, cards, soft furnishings, fashion accessories, china, paintings, prints, lovespoons, soaps, oils, cushions, lavender, pillows, chutney, jams, turned wood, pewter, teddies, leather and more. Refreshments are on sale.
The Square Gallery
Oriel y Felin Art Gallery
Trevigan Gallery (John Knapp-Fisher)
John Knapp-Fisher's gallery is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5.30pm Easter to September (and the rest of the year by appointment)
Studio Llwyndrain
Mynachlog-ddu, Clynderwen SA66 7SB, UK |
Visitors to the studio are welcome by prior arrangement. Watercolours, printmaking and sharing studio space available.
Preseli Mohair Centre
Viv Lockton has a small showroom where a variety of stock is exhibited including socks, gloves, hats, blankets, Angora skin rugs and cushions.
Harbour Lights Gallery
The gallery exhibits the work of artists such as William Selwyn, John Piper, Ceri Auckland Davies, Gillian McDonald, Graham Sutherland, John Knapp Fisher and many more.
Oriel Alun Davies Gallery
Workshop Wales Gallery
Closed Mondays. Open Tues to Sat 10 am to 5pm & Bank Holidays March to October
Barafundle Bay
Soft sand, sheltered swimming and the blissful absence of cafes and car parks make Barafundle bay worth a special journey. Barafundle has been voted best beach in Britain and in the world on numerous occasions and has often been compared favourably with Caribbean beaches. This golden horseshoe backed by gorse-flecked dunes and woodland is accessible only via steep steps in the limestone cliffs on either side. It feels idyllically remote. Access is via a delightful 10 minute walk along the coast path from Stackpole Quay. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Stackpole Quay, National Trust car park, The Boathouse Tearoom (N.T.), public toilets.
Broad Haven South
There are strong currents so beware. There are rock pools and caves to explore and a lovely clean stream to play in. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Cliff top parking with access via steps at the southern end or the National Trust Car Park at Bosherston and 1 mile walk to the beach via the beautiful Bosherston Lily Ponds, public toilets, cafe, pub and ice cream are all available in the village.
Freshwater East Beach
Gently sloping large sand and shingle beach backed by sand dunes and surrounding headland, facing south east. Popular with families and watersports enthusiasts. Access to the beach is easy via a concrete path onto soft sand and there is a slipway. Easy access to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, public toilets and café near the beach, shop and The Longhouse café/bar in the holiday park across the road from the beach. Freshwater village is ½ mile away. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from PIPPA in Haverfordwest 01437 760 665 or from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot 01834 813 672
Swanlake Bay
Westmoor Farm, Near Manorbier, Tenby SA70 8QP, UK | 01834 871204
Accessable on foot only, via the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path from Manorbier Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Swanlake Farm Tearooms, at Manorbier 1 mile away, Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn and Castlemead Hotel.
Manorbier Beach
This beautiful beach is popular with surfers and families. Access to the beach is easy via ramps from the car park. A short walk in an easterly direction leads to King Quoits burial chamber. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, public toilets, Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn, The Castlemead Hotel. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from P.I.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437 760 665 and from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot.
Freshwater West Beach
Freshwater West has featured in two recent films - Ridley Scott's Robin Hood and also Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. There is easy access via a concrete ramp. Shifting sands may result in a steep step at the end. The beach is popular with surfers because of the constant swell but unsafe for bathing for the same reason plus strong currents. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from P.I.P.P.A. in Haverfordwest 01437 760 665 and at the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot. The beach is popular with surfers because of the constant swell but unsafe for bathing for the same reason plus strong currents. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, public toilets, at Pembroke 6 miles away, shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Skrinkle Haven & Church Doors
The beaches are backed by a bank of pebbles and high limestone cliffs changing to old red sandstone on the west side. The sand disappears under the high tide. Access is via 140 steep steps leading down the sea cliff. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, cycle stands, in Manorbier village 1 mile away is the Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn and Castlemead Hotel for food.
Lydstep Beach
Lydsep is a pretty beach with breathtaking views out towards St Margaret's and Caldey Islands. It is always in the top 2 or 3 sunniest places in Britain. The beach consists of sand and pebbles with lots of rock pools to explore. There is a small sandy area exposed at low tide. Dog restrictions apply: No dogs are allowed at the western end of the beach between May 1st & 30th September. Amenities: at Lydstep 2.5miles away, Cross Inn, New Overlander Restaurant, at Tenby 4 miles away, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Gelliswick Bay
There is a concrete ramp leading onto the shingle. The beach is flanked by Hubberston Fort (no public access) on the western side and a pipe line and jetty which serves Murco Oil Refinery on the eastern side. Beware of dangerous currents. The Pembrokeshire Coasst Path passes through here. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, grass picnic area, public toilets, yacht club. Milford Haven and Milford Haven Marina are less than 2 miles away with shops cafes and restaurants.
West Angle Bay
A lovely north west facing sandy beach with a stream and rock pools to explore, flanked by low cliffs on the western end of the Castlemartin Peninsula. The beach has been designated a SSSI for its fossils which are extremely abundant in exposed rocks on the north side of the bay and in the cliffs, shale and limestone on the south side. Access is via a concrete zig zag path then a ramp leading onto the beach. Halfway along on the north side is a small hidden beach, which is quite sheltered. This can be accessed from the coast path, or at low tide from the main beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, café, public toilets, access to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The village of Angle is 1 mile to the east with a well stocked village shop/Post Office and two pubs serving food, The Old Point House and The Hibernia Inn.
Tenby South Beach (Blue Flag Status)
The sandy beach is backed by sand dunes and looks out towards Caldey Island. It has been awarded a 'Blue Flag' and 'Tidy Britain Group Seaside Award'. There is easy access to South beach via a wooden walkway (parts of which sometimes get covered in sand). Dog restrictions apply from May to September Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Sandy Haven Beach
When the tide is high the beach is divided into two with a ford crossing in use part of the time. The coastal path can be accessed from various points along the beach which is nestled on the headland between sea rocks and farm land. The spacious sands are dotted with rocks and rock pools Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park on the eastern side of the inlet, at Herbrandston 1mile away, The Taberna Inn, at Milford Haven, 3.5 miles away, shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes .
Sleeping Bay
Difficult access via the coast path or easy acces by boat. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Milford Haven and Milford Marina 4 miles away, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants
Longoar Bay
A rock strewn sandy bay backed by pebbles, rocks and sandstone cliffs on the eastern side of Great Castle Head overlooked by the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and a bridleway. Access to the beach from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path is tricky. The only route down is a narrow path roughly at the centre of the bay, which is easily missed. You need to look for a narrow gap in the blackthorn bushes, from where a rugged path leads down to the rocks at the back of the beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenites: Parking space beside the road at Sandy Haven 2 miles away along the coast path. Alternative parking in the village of St Ishmaels half a mile walk away. The village pub, The Brook Inn, serves food.
Tenby North Beach (Blue Flag Status)
This Blue Flag awarded beach is situated between the harbour beach and north cliffs. The beach is overlooked by a promenade and the bustling little town. It is accessed by the north cliff steps or via an easy access concrete ramp through the harbour. The views of Carmarthen Bay are spectacular. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between 1st May & 30th September. Beach Wheel Chairs are available to hire from Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot 01834 813 672 Sorry no dogs. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672 Amenities
Tenby Harbour Beach (Blue Flag Status)
A small picturesque sandy beach squeezed between the harbour wall, St Julian’s Seaman’s Church and Tenby Yacht Club overlooked by brightly painted Georgian terraces overlooking colourful recreational craft tugging gently on their moorings. An iconic Tenby view as seen on many postcards and paintings. Access to the beach is easy via a sloping path behind the church. Dog restrictions apply from May to September. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Tenby Beaches
The immense clean flat sandy beaches are wrapped around by elegant Georgian terraced houses. The small town of Tenby with all amenities is within walking distance. The beaches have been awarded Blue Flag status. Dog restrictions apply from May 1st - September 30th. There is a total dog ban at Tenby North Beach. Tenby South Beach and Tenby Castle Beach allow dogs in designated areas only. See beach signs for details.
Tenby Castle Beach (Blue Flag Status)
Sandy Castle Beach backed by cliffs lies between Castle Hill and East Cliff. Access is via the harbour or down a steep flight of steps off The Paragon. At low tide it is possible to walk to St Catherine's Island. Do allow enough time for a safe return before the tide comes in again.The beach is patrolled by a Lifeguard (10am-6pm) during the summer season. Boat trips from here go to Caldey Island on low tides. Dog restrictions apply from May to September. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Lindsway Bay
Please note this postcode will get you to St Ishmael's village pub The Brook Inn where you can get directions to Lindsway Bay. Lovely secluded sandy bay backed by red sandstone sea cliffs overlooking the mouth of the Milford Haven Waterway. Access is via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or across the playing fields from the village of St Ishmaels and then via a long and difficult climb down. Take care! In 1955 as part of the Queen's Coronation Tour, Prince Charles and Princess Anne took their first steps on Welsh soil when they landed at Lindsway Bay on Sunday August 7th. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Parking in St Ishmaels, village pub The Brook Inn serves food.
Watwick Bay
There is a car park at St Ann's Head with a 10 minute walk across fields, along the coast path and down steps to the beach. There are a few rocks and the remains of a wreck on the south side of the beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenites: at Dale 2 miles away, large car park, public toilets, The Boathouse Café which also sells a few basic supplies, a waterside pub the Griffin Inn serving pub food and The Moorings restaurant and deli in the Yacht Club (open to non members). The local village Coronation Hall is a thriving community centre where art & craft fairs and other events are often held. West Wales Watersports Centre offers for hire; windsurfers, sailing dinghies, kayaks, powerboats, surf boards, wetsuits and buoyancy aids.
The Glen Beach Saundersfoot
Picturesque Glen Beach is located on the westerly side of Saundersfoot Beach and accessed via the harbour or through Glen Woods, full of bluebells in spring. This beautiful sandy beach, backed by a ridge of pebbles and woodland, is quieter than its neighbour. Walk across the beach at low tide to Monkstone Point and Monkstone Beach beyond that. As you walk across the sand, look out for squirting razor clams. Glen Beach is covered at high tide. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Saunderfoot is a small seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities including car park, public toilets, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Monkstone Beach
Secluded and beautiful sandy Monkstone Beach backed by a ridge of pebbles, rocks and sea cliffs can be accessed on foot at low tide along the shore from Glen Beach at Saundersfoot or via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or via a permissive path through Trevayne Farm, off the B4316 near New Hedges. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities include: Trevayne Farm car park (small charge), alternatively park in the layby or on the grass verge in the lane just outside the farm. There is a steep flight of 151 steps down to the beach. There are no facilities here but Monkstone is less than 2 miles from Saundersfoot a small seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities including car park, public toilets, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Saundersfoot Beach (Blue Flag Status)
Shallow water make this beach ideal for swimming. Shops run along the beach front. A local walk goes to Wisemans Bridge through a cliff tunnel which forms part of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. : Easy access to beach via concrete slipway at north end also to Glen beach at west end via zigzag ramp at end of harbour. Dog restrictions apply between the harbour and The Strand from 1st May - 30th September. Amenities: Saundersfoot is a seaside resort with car parks, public toilets, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Beach wheel chairs can be hired at Saundersfoot TIC in the harbour car park.
Coppet Hall Beach
Small sandy beach with plenty of sand even on high tide. Popular for swimming, watersports and fishing. The eastern end of the beach has rocks and rock pools to explore. The old tramway now part of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path provides an excellent walkway which runs along the top of the beach with tunnels to both the east and west to Wisemans Bridge and Saundersfoot. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Pay car parking includes disabled spaces, free road-side parking close to the beach, first aid post, cafe, toilets with disabled facilities, shops, and a slip-way.
Dale Village Beach
Dale is located on the south side of the Dale Peninsula. The village beach faces out onto the Milford Haven Waterway, but is far enough away to avoid disturbance from passing ships. It is a mixture of sand and pebbles with some rock pools to explore. The beach shelves gently keeping the water shallow. It is therefore a safe place for families. There is a public pontoon stretching out into the bay which is well used by boating enthusiasts, amateur fisher folk and children crabbing. Dale is popular for watersports with its sheltered conditions. Dog restrictions apply between May and September. See beach signs for details. Amenities: Dale village has a large car park, public toilets, The Boathouse Café which also sells a few basic supplies, a waterside pub the Griffin Inn serving pub food and The Moorings restaurant and deli in the Yacht Club (open to non members). The local village Coronation Hall is a thriving community centre where art & craft fairs and other events are often held. West Wales Watersports Centre offers for hire; windsurfers, sailing dinghies, kayaks, powerboats, surf boards, wetsuits and buoyancy aids.
Wiseman's Bridge Beach
A large beach of sand, pebbles and rocks facing south east. Access via a concrete slip way. Changes in sand conditions may result in a large step at bottom of the slip. A flat walking track on the old railway bed goes south west through a tunnel to Saundersfoot and north east through a tunnel to the quiet beach of Coppet Hall. In 1944, the beach at Wiseman's Bridge was used for a full scale rehearsal of the D-Day landings in Normandy. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Free car park, public toilet, waterside pub serving food. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
West Dale Beach
West Dale beach is on the west side of the village overlooking Skokholm Island. This beautiful sandy beach backed by rocks and seacliffs is a wonderful sun trap. Accessed via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path by steps cut into the cliff side. West Dale is not ideal for bathing due to strong undercurrents. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Dale village has a large car park, public toilets, The Boathouse Café which also sells a few basic supplies, a waterside pub the Griffin Inn serving pub food and The Moorings restaurant and deli in the Yacht Club (open to non members). The local village Coronation Hall is a thriving community centre where art & craft fairs and other events are often held. West Wales Watersports Centre offers for hire; windsurfers, sailing dinghies, kayaks, powerboats, surf boards, wetsuits and buoyancy aids.
Little Haven Beach
The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority has designated Little Haven as a conservation area. Little Haven faces north west. The back of the beach consists of pebbles and a stream. A concrete slipway leads down to the beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, public toilets, Little Haven Tearooms,Swan Inn, Castle Inn, St Brides Inn, The Nest Bistro, Beach wheelchairs can be hired at P.I.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437 760 665
Broad Haven Beach North
West facing, safe, sandy beach with lots of rock pools and lovely views, backed by pebbles and a sea wall and flanked by sea cliffs. Popular with families and watersports enthusiasts. Easy access via a concrete slipway from the southern end. At the northern end is a tarmac path to the beach head and a concrete ramp onto the beach. The base can be pebbly at times. Dog restrictions apply May - September. See beach signs for details. Amenities: Broad Haven is a seaside resort with car park, public toilets, shop, Haven Sports & Seaweed Surfshop, The Galleon Inn, Seaview Cafe and Ocean Café. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from P.I.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437760665. The Pembrokeshire National Park Information Centre is conveniently close at hand.
Amroth Beach
A half mile, flat, south facing sandy beach with rock pools at the western end. Groynes protect the beach from winter storms. There is plenty of space for playing games. At low tide one can walk along the sand all the way to Wiseman's Bridge and Saundersfoot. During exceptionally low tides a petrified forest is visible. Access on to the beach is easy via a slipway. A lifeguard patrols from July to September. Amroth is at the start/finish of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Dogs are welcome at the eastern end only, from May to September. Amenities: village car park and parking spaces alongside the sea wall, toilets, shop, chip shop / ice-cream café and several pubs. Amroth beach has easy access. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from .PI.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437 760 665
Marloes Sands
The geology of this golden beach is spectacular, including both sandstones and volcanic rocks with folds, faults and jagged rocks overlooked by an ironage fort. The beach is accessed via a walk from the car park and down a lot of steps. There are rocks to climb over at the bottom. Toilets can be found beside the Youth Hostel. Gateholm island is accessible at low tide. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: National Trust Car Park, Marloes village -shop, The LobsterPot Inn and The Clockhouse Cafe/Bar.
Musselwick Sands
A north west facing, long strip of golden sands backed by high cliffs composed of mudstones and red sandstones with views of St. Davids Peninsula. Quiet, secluded and difficult to get to but well worth the effort. The best time to visit is a few hours before low tide, which gives plenty of time to explore. The beach disappears under the high tide so care must be taken not to get cut off. Access is via a 0.34 mile footpath from the road west of Marloes village Dogs are welcome all year round Amenities: Limited parking alongside the road, Marloes village 0.26 miles away has a pub, The Lobster Pot which serves food, The Clockhouse Café/Bar and a village store. N.B. This postcode is for Marloes village store from where you ask for directions.
Druidston Haven
Access to the beach is via footpath and steps or on low tide one can walk along the sands from Nolton Haven. The south side of the beach gets cut off at high tide so its best to explore on a falling tide. The spacious sands offer plenty of room for family fun and is popular during low tides for horse riding from East Nolton Riding Stables. There are strong currents so bathers beware. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities : Limited roadside parking, The Druidstone Hotel
Martins Haven
Martin’s Haven is a tiny bay with a small rock strewn pebble beach backed by sea cliffs. The beach is popular with divers and basking seals. Memorable boat trips out to Skomer Island Nature Reserve leave from here. Skomer’s sheer cliffs support Guillemots (14,000 individuals), Kittiwakes (2,000 pairs), Razorbills (3,500 individuals), Fulmars (700 pairs), Puffins (over 6000 pairs) and the worlds largest colony of Manx Shearwaters (over 150,000 breeding pairs). Midland Island, which separates Skomer and the mainland, is home to a colony of Shags (over 30 pairs). About 16 pairs of Cormorants nest on the Mew Stone, to the south of the island. The beaches and rocks also support a large colony of seals. Dogs are welcome on Martins Haven beach at any time of year, but not on Skomer. Amenities: National Trust car park, public toilets, a small unmanned visitor centre and Lockley Lodge, an award winning Wildlife Trust visitor centre and gift shop where boat trip tickets are sold.
Nolton Haven
The beach is popular for boating, swimming, fishing, walking and horse riding. Currents can be strong at times so take care. Access is easy via a slip way. On very low tides it is possible to walk south along the sands to Druidston Haven. Dogs are wecome all year round. Amenities: Car park, The Mariners Inn, East Nolton Riding Stables, Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Pendine Sands
This award winning beach has dramatic cliffs, rocks and rock pools topped by a cliff path which links to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to the west and to the east miles of glorious golden sands with huge cockle beds at the end which are harvested all year round. During World War II the beach was used for practising the D Day landings. In the early 1900's the beach was used as a venue for car and motor cycle races and for speed trials. A 'Museum of Speed' is located in the village of Pendine on the western end of the sands. The beach belongs to the ministry of defence and parts of it are closed to the public for safety reasons. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Dog restrictions apply May - Sept Amenities: Pendine village car park, public toilets, cafes, shops, pubs
Newgale Beach (Blue Flag Status)
The two miles of golden sandy beach have been awarded 'Blue Flag' status. The beach is backed by a huge bank of pebbles a defence for the road at the incoming tide. Newgale is popular with surfers, windsurfers and sea canoeists. Dog restrictions apply: Dogs are allowed on the beach in designated areas only NOT between the two main car parks from May 1st to September 30th. See beach signs for details. Amenities: car parks, public toilets, Sands Cafe, Duke of Edinburgh Inn, Pebbles Cafe & Beach Shop.
Pen y Cwm Beach
Please note this postcode will get you to Sands Cafe at the north end of Newgale beach. Secluded sandy beach backed by sea cliffs located north of Newgale beach. It is possible to walk from Pen y Cwm to Newgale on low tides. Access is via a 0.47mile footpath from the A487 at Pen y Cwm or via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Newgale 0.70 mile away, car parks, public toilets, Sands Café, Pebbles Café, Duke of Edinburgh Inn, Newsurf shop and watersports centre, The Big Blue Experience adventure activities.
Pointz Castle Beach (Porthmynawyd)
Most of the beach is covered at high tide. A permissive path from Pointz Castle Farm (off the A487) leads through 2 fields (keep to the right through the first field and to the left in the second) and along a deep valley to the beach.. The remains of a Norman motte and bailey castle can be seen here. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: in Solva, 2.5 miles away, car park, public toilets, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Gwadan Cove
Please note this postcode will get you to Solva Harbour from where you can walk alongside the picturesque estuary over the Gribbin Ridge to Gwadan Cove. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: in Solva, car park, public toilets, pubs, restaurants, cafes and Bay View Stores.
Solva Beach
Solva was designated as a conservation area by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in 1997. Lots of sand is exposed at low tide. Old lime kilns remain alongside the water. A short picturesque walk alongside the estuary and over the Gribbin ridge leads to another secluded pebble beach at Gwadan Cove. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, public toilets, pubs, restaurants, cafes and shop.
Porth y Rhaw Cove
From the mid 1800's and up until the out break of World War II in 1939, there was a woollen mill at Porth-y-Rhaw. Owned and run by Mr Sylvester, to get maximum power from the stream, 3 leats were built further up the valley. On commencing work for the day, the lowest leat would be opened to increase stream flow. During the day as the leats ran dry, the next one higher up would be opened. At the end of the working day, the miller closed all 3 leats so that they could refill during the night. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Whitesands - car park, public toilets, public telephone, shop/café, sur board and deckchair rental.
Caer Bwdy Bay
Walk along the coast path a few miles east of Caerfai Bay. Caer Bwdy Bay has rock pools and a number of caves to explore on low tide. Dogs welcome at any time of year. Amenities: at Caerfai Bay 2 miles away, car park, picnic benches, at St Davids 3.5 miles away, shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Caerfai Beach
Caerfai is the closest beach 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to the Cathedral city of St Davids and can be reached via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Access is via a steep and winding cliff path. The beach is popular for swimming, sea canoeing and sea angling. Nearby is the Chapel of St Non believed to be the birth place of Non, St David's mother. There are spectacular views of Skomer and Skokholm Islands from here. Dogs are welcome all year round Amenities: Car park, picnic benches, at St Davids, shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Laugharne Beach
This beautiful area provided inspiration for many writers in particular Dylan Thomas who immortilised it with the words "sloe black, slow, black, crow black fishing boat-bobbing sea..." Dylan Thomas' Boathouse and writing shed, now a museum book shop and cafe over looking the foreshore is open to the public. Dogs on leads are welcome all year round. Amenities: Laugharne village - car park, public toilets, cafes, restaurants, pubs, shop
Porthclais
Popular for crabbing, messing about in boats, fishing, canoeing and diving. The remains of several stone Lime kilns - perhaps the best preserved in Pembrokeshire are situated at the mouth of the harbour. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: small boat and car park, concrete slipway (Porthclais Harbour Master 01437 720 437), level grassy picnic area, St Davids just over 1 mile away has a number of car parks, cafes, restaurants and shops.
Porthlysgi Bay
Porthlysgi can be reached on foot via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path just under 1 mile away from Porth Clais Harbour. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Porth Clais 1m away, car and boat park, at St Davids 2m away, car parks, cafes, pubs restaurants and shops.
Porthsele Beach
Access is on foot via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path from Whitesands Bay Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Whitesands - car park, shop/cafe, surf board hire, deckchair hire
Aberfelin Beach
Please note this postcode will get you to The Mill Cafe in Trefin from where you can get directions to the beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Restricted roadside parking, Mill Cafe in Trefin
Aber Draw Beach
Please note this postcode will get you to Trefin from where you can walk to Aber Draw Beach. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path either side of the beach is spectacular. Walk west to Porthgain, The Blue Lagoon and Abereiddi. Walk east to Abercastle, Aber Mawr and Pwll Deri. There are numerous climbs and drops to tiny beaches but the gradients aren't excessive. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenites: Roadside parking, The Mill Café and The Ship Inn which serves food including fresh locally caught fish.
Whitesands Bay (Blue Flag Status)
Winner of a 'Blue Flag' award this is one of the most popular surfing beaches in the country. There is easy access via a concrete ramp on to sand. Shifting sands may cause steep step at end. Beach wheelchairs are available to hire from the sun lounger service near the beach.Open fields slope down to the shore from the imposing craggy hill 'Carn Llidi which provides good walking. Dog restrictions apply from May to September Amenities: car parks, public toilets, public telephone, beach shop/cafe, surf board & deckchair rental
Cefn Sidan Beach
The beach is about 8 miles long and half a mile to the sea when the tide is out. It is safe for bathing. It is within the Pembrey Country Park. There is an entrance fee for vehicles.
Abereiddi Beach and Blue Lagoon
A short walk from Abereiddi leads to the Blue Lagoon, an old slate quarry now flooded and popular for coasteering. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, public toilets, access to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. At St Davids 4 miles away, shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Scott's Bay Llansteffan
Captain James and his family lived in St Anthony's Cottage named after the nearby holy well of St Anthony. In 2004 the sandy bay was voted 'One of the most peaceful, beautiful and relaxing beaches in Wales'. Dogs are welcome Oct - March. Sorry no dogs April - Sept Amenities: Llansteffan - car park, public toilets, cafe, pub, shop
Abercastle Beach
Small mud, sand and shingle beach facing north west in a beautiful isolated cove on the north Pembrokeshire coast. Access is easy via a concrete ramp onto soft sand. There is a small charge for launching boats from the slipway. (£5 in 2012). The beach is home to a small fishing fleet and is popular with fisher folk, divers, kayakers and sailors. Remnants of lime kilns lie along the shore as reminders of Abercastle’s past as an important trading port for slate and agricultural products. Carreg Samson a Neolithic burial chamber lies on the headland overlooking the bay. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Limited parking, public toilets, the hail & ride Strumble Shuttle bus calls in here, public telephone, access onto the Pembrokeshire National Park. The nearby coastal villages (less than 2 miles) each have places serving food, The Farmers Arms at Mathry and The Ship Inn and Mill Cafe at Trefin.
Abermawr Beach
There's good swimming in the Blue Flagged water but no lifeguard cover. Popular for angling, kiting and surfing but the rip currents can be difficult so it's only for experienced surfers. There is a submerged prehistoric forest just offshore and on calm days you can see petrified tree remains under the water. Please note this postcode wil get you to Melin Tregwynt from where the road leads to Abermawr Beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Mathry 3 miles away The Farmers Arms
Porth Lleuog Beach
Small peaceful, sand, pebble and rocky beach backed by grassy topped low cliffs located on the north end of Whitesands Bay on the approach to St Davids Head. On a clear day the Bishops and Clerks rocks can be seen on the horizon. Access is via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path 0.19 mile from Whitesands Bay. Amenities at Whitesands Bay: car parks, public toilets, public telephone, beach shop/cafe, surf rental
Traeth Llyfn (Barry Island Farm Beach) NT
Traeth Llyfn can be reached by walking along the coastal path in a westerly direction from Porthgain or in an easterly direction from Abereiddi. Sat nav users please note this postcode will get you to Porthgain.There is a car park above the beach reached via Barry Island farmtrack off the Croesgoch to Porthgain Road. The track is sometimes closed, please check with the farm before proceeding. A long metal staircase leads onto the beach from the car park. Strong tidal rips make it unsuitable for swimming but the beach is spacious and beautiful with rock pools to explore and plenty of room for family games. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Porthgain, car park, public toilets, The Sloop Inn, The Shed Fish n' Chip Bistro. Sat nav users please note this postcode wil get you to Porthgain.
Aberbach Beach
Please note this postcode will get you to Melin Tregwynt from where the road leads to Abermawr beach. Aberbach is a 5 minute walk from here in a north easterly directon. The beach is spectacular during high winds when waves come crashing ashore. The cove is popular with seals which may have given rise to the local legend that a farmer once caught a mermaid here. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Very limited roadside parking above the beach. The nearest village is Mathry where the local pub The Farmers Arms serves excellent food.
Bosherston
The beautiful Bosherston Lily Ponds occupy a series of flooded limestone valleys. A picturesque walk leads past the ponds to the rather unexpected and spectacular beach of Broad Haven South.
Easy Access Viewpoint Broad Haven South
St Govans Head
Weak points in the rock have produced features such as the Green Bridge of Wales, Elegug Stacks and Huntsmans Leap. St Govans chapel founded in the 6th C is found at the foot of the cliffs. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to St Govan's Inn in Bosherston. Keep the inn on your left and continue driving. The road will take you a short distance to the car park near St Govans Head.
Castlemartin Peninsula
The peninsula has some remote communities and tank firing ranges often open to the public. The cliff top path is flat and level. It is the only section open to cyclists. Points of interest include the Chasms of Stennis Ford, Huntsman's Leap, Stack Rocks and the arch at The Green Bridge of Wales.
Easy Access Viewpoint Hobbs Point
Easy Access Viewpoint Manorbier Dak lay by
Easy Access Viewpoint Burton
Easy Access Viewpoint Cleddau Bridge
Easy Access Viewpoint Freshwater West
Easy Access Viewpoint Angle Bay (former oil terminal)
Easy Access Viewpoint Manorbier Camp (MOD)
Easy Access Viewpoint Lawrenny Quay
Easy Access Viewpoint Milford Haven
Easy Access Viewpoint West Angle Bay
Easy Access Viewpoint Sandy Haven
Easy Access Viewpoint Picton Ferry
Easy Access Viewpoint Saundersfoot Harbour
Easy Access Viewpoint The Gann, Dale
Easy Access Viewpoint Wiseman's Bridge
Easy Access Viewpoint West Dale Bay
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Castle Way Dale. West Bay can be reached on foot keeping the castle on your right hand side or if going by car drive up the hill keeping the castle on your left. There are parking places and views from the diused aerodrome at the top.
Easy Access Viewpoint, Strawberry Hill, Little Haven
Easy Access Viewpoint Amroth
Easy Access Viewpoint St Brides
Easy Access Viewpoint Martin's Haven Car Park
Easy Access Viewpoint Newgale Sands
St David's Peninsula
Blue flag beaches, fine coastal walks and boat trips to the off lying islands home to numerous birds.
Easy Access Viewpoint Caerfai
Gwaun Valley
The valley is considered one of the world's best examples of sub glacial melt water channels. It has a unique atmosphere and an abundance of wildlife and prehistoric sites. The people of Pontfaen and Llanychaer uphold a unique tradition by celebrating New Year's Day on 13th January according to the old Gregorian calendar.
Easy Access Viewing Point Whitesands Bay
Easy Access Viewpoint Abereiddi
Easy Access Viewing Point Porthgain
Celtic Wildcat Boat Charter
Enjoy speed and comfort to explore the rich Pembrokeshire waters.
Haven Link Waterbus
2 vessels run Fri, Sat, Sun, June, July, Aug, Sept, one starts at Lawrenny the other at Dale. There is an hour wait at the last stop before the return journey. Timetables are displayed on the pontoons and are available at Tourist Information Centres.
Cleddau Cruises
Learn some of the history of this unique waterway. Picturesque scenes with local wildlife.
Shearwater Safaris
Visit the islands of SKomer and Skokholm Marine Nature Reserves where wildlife abounds. Or visit Grassholm Island home to UK's third largest gannet colony and much more wildlife besides.
The Cartlett Lady Boat Trips
The boat operates out of Neyland Marina. It is fully equipped for 12 passengers and has a 60 mile licence. It can be chartered for family groups or private charters .
Rudders Boat Yard
Caldey Island Boat Trips
Buy tickets at the kiosk on Tenby harbour slipway. Visit the whitewashed monastery where the monks produce luxurious products such as perfume, shortbread and chocolate.
Haven Link Waterbus
2 vessels run Fri, Sat, Sun, June, July, Aug, Sept, one starting at Lawrenny the other at Dale . There is an hour wait at the last stop before the return journey. Timetables are displayed on pontoons and available from Tourist Information Centres.
Cleddau King Boat Charter
Guides can be provided to help you get the most out of your trip.
Hov-ex
Comfortable and relaxed trips aboard motor cruiser 'Magic' to experience the bird islands, St Brides Bay and the Cleddau Rivers.
Pembrokeshire Boat Charters
Half and full day cruises to suit nature lovers, sight seers or those just wishing for a day to remember. Cruise to the Bird Islands, St Brides Bay or along the Cleddau Estuary. 'Magic' is a luxurious vessel fully equipped for comfortable, safe and fast cruising. The boat is based at Milford Haven Marina but alternative pick up points can be arranged.
Caldey Island Boats
Buy tickets at the kiosk on Tenby harbour slipway. Visit the white washed monastery where the monks produce luxurious products such as perfume short bread and chocolate.
Sea Cruises Tenby
Boats include an aluminium jet boat, a traditional cruising boat and a 45' blue water sailing yacht.
Caldey Island Boat Trips
Boats run to and from the island every 15 minutes from 9.30 am til 5.00 pm Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from mid May until September.
Pot Hauling Crab & Lobster Tenby
Saundersfoot Pleasure Boats
Dale Sea Safari
Sea safaris start from Neyland Marina ( D16 )or Dale village. Sea safari visits Skomer and Skokholm Islands.
Haven Link Waterbus
2 vessels run Fri, Sat, Sun, June, July, Aug, Sept, one starts at Lawrenny the other at Dale. There is an hour wait at the last stop before the return journey. Timetables are displayed on the pontoons and available at Tourist Information Centres.
Pembrokeshire Islands Boat Trips
A spectacular sea bird and seal experience around Skokholm and Grassholm Islands.
Aquaphobia Boat Trips
See puffins, shearwaters, gannets, porpoises, dolphins, whales and orca.
Ramsey Island Cruises
Eco tourism buses run from St Davids to St Justinian reducing the impact of cars on this precious landscape. Please phone for details.
Venture Jet
The jet powered ribs venture into caves, coves, over rapids and overfalls to see seals, gannets and nesting seabirds by the thousand , guillemots, kittiwakes, razorbills, fulmars. Also porpoises, dolphins, whales and sunfish.
Voyages of Discovery
Look out for whales, dolphins, seals and many sea birds in the nutrient rich waters around the islands. NB This post code is for St Justinians from where the boats depart but you must make enquiries and book at The Ramsey Island Booking Office at 1 High Street, St Davids
Thousand Islands Boat Trips
Search for whales, dolphins, porpoise, Atlantic grey seals and hundreds of sea birds. Choose to go on a jet boat or a traditional vessel.
Pembroke Book Shop
Five Arches
Tenby Book Shop
Cofion
Victoria Bookshop
Animal Kitchen Bookshop
Corran Books
St David's Cathedral Shop
The shop is located at the west end of the Nave inside the Cathedral. Books can be ordered at the Cathedral shop.
St David's Bookshop
Also available local guides, OS maps, Welsh books, Pembrokeshire books, male voice and cathedral choir CD's, greetings and birthday cards. Open 11-5 every day in summer. Closed on Sundays in winter.
Coastal Cruiser Bus Service
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Coastal Cruiser Bus Service
A local service that travels along the length of the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions. The bus also has limited space to carry bicyles, surf boards, wheelchairs & climbing equipment. It runs on biodiesel and operates 7 days a week in the summer seasdon and 3 days a week in winter
Coastal Puffin Walkers Buses
A local service that travels the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Puffin Walkers Buses
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, villages, boat trips and attractions.
Puffin Walkers Buses
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Coastal Puffin Walkers Buses
A local service that runs along the coast helping you to access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Celtic Coaster Bus Service
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions. Phone 07989 530 662
Strumble Shuttle Buses
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Merlins Magic
Small children are also catered for in the under 5's area and toddler's play room. Opening times: During school term time Tues- Sat 10 -6, Sun 10 - 4 : During holiday time Mon - Sat 10 - 6, Sun 10-4
Newgale YMCA Day Camps
Day camps for young people from 11 to 16 run from 9.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Gun Tower Museum
Open April to October 10 til 4. Six days. Closed on Saturdays.
The Torch Theatre
The Torch Theatre includes main house, Cafe Torch, studio theatre, theatre bar and bistro and Oriel Joanna Field Gallery.
Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
Special projects and activities are offered for young visitors and adults. There are two art galleries and a shop. ( July '09 showing paintings by Prince Charles)
Haverfordwest Town Museum
Topics covered in the museum include Civic, Trade & Industry, People, Religion, The Castle, Institutions and there is a gallery.
Oriel Queens Hall Gallery
A light airy space above the vibrant Queens Hall. Also Oriel Fach a small gallery showcasing ceramics, sculptures, crafts and installations.
Tin Shed Experience
(Opening June 4th 2011)
Dylan Thomas Boathouse
The Boathouse has been preserved in memory of Dylan Thomas. The shed at the top of the garden is as if Dylan has just popped out. It was here where he wrote 'Under Milk Wood' and 'Do not go gentle into that good night' which he wrote when his father was dying.
Melin Tregwynt Wool Mill
The mill coffee shop serves homemade and local produce for a real taste of Wales.
Oriel y Park
The centre is housed in a state of the art fully sustainable building. It houses interesting exhibits, fun things to do, a tourist information centre, museum/gallery and a fully interactive interpretation area. The cafe serves local food.
Cycle Pembroke to Tenby
Go down Well Hill (ignore the sign to Tenby) turn left to Lamphey. Left across the railway line. Right along the Ridgeway. Once on top of the ridge the straight road gives splendid views. About 4 miles after Lamphey turn left up Coal lane then right and right again to St Florence. Over the crossroads, down the lane and left at the T junction for the last mile into Tenby.
Cycle Tenby to Amroth
Go uphill and immediately turn right onto Crackwell St overlooking the harbour. Turn right at junction. Over mini roundabout. Down hill past the car park and follow the Celtic Trail signs through New Hedges and into Saundersfoot. Continue to follow the signs from the harbour to a large car park. Push your bike through the tunnels to Wiseman's Bridge. Pass the right turn to Summerhill but take the next right and follow cliff top to Amroth.
Bierspool Cycles
Brunel Cycle Route (easy 14 miles)
The route is well signed and easy to follow. Start at Brunel Quay. The route passes along quiet lanes, bridleways and what was once the Great Western Railway built 150 years ago by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Enterprise Cycles
A wide range of bicycles, accessories and clothing. Bicycle repairs done on all makes of bike.
Tenby Cycles
All cycles are provided with accessories, helmets and maps. A full repair service is also available.
Mike's Bikes
All bicycles are provided with pumps, repair kits and basic tool kits.
Canaston Cycle Trails
Colour coded routes show easy surfaced family trails and the more demanding unsurfaced and often muddy bridleways.
Cycle Newgale to Broad Haven
A climb to the top rewards you with spectacular views over St Brides Bay and the off lying islands. Continue down to Nolton Haven. After the pub turn right up a steep hill. A roller coaster lane takes you to a T junction. Head for Haroldston West and straight down to broad Haven. A few miles further will take you to Little Haven.
Llys y Fran Reservoir Cycle Trail
The route is full of ups and downs as the path does not strictly follow the waters edge but dives into the wooded valleys of streams that feed it. Bikes can be hired at the cafe at the entrance to the park.
Cycle Porthgain to Middle Mill
Take the road out and right to St Davids. Pass through St Davids and onto the Haverfordwest Road. A left turn by the secondary school will lead to Whitchurch and Middle Mill.
Pembroke Potato Festival
Pembrokeshire Fish Week
The fish festival opens with a weekend of family fun days followed by a week of events all over the county. It is to be enjoyed by food lovers, anglers, families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Highlights include cookery and filleting demonstrations, talks, courses, and hundreds of opportunities to eat locally caught fish and shell fish.
Tenby Arts Festival
2011 will be the 20th anniversary of the Tenby Arts Festival
Pembrokeshire County Show
Attractions include animals, horticulture, craft, poultry, competitions for pet dogs, trade stands, performing robots, monster truck show, lumberjack demonstrations and lots more.
St Davids Cathedral Music Festival
High quality performances are given by the cathedral choir, visiting recitalists and musicians of world renown. There are workshops for children, classical and jazz performances and lots more.
The Really Wild Food & Countryside Festival
Exhibitors include fungi experts, herbalists and producers of delicacies made with wild ingredients. The festival is for foodies and countryside enthusiasts. There are traditional skills to try and lots of activities for children including storytelling, bush craft and making gifts from leather.
Fishguard Agricultural Show
3 rings in the centre are dedicated to equine shows, farm animal exhibitions and competitions. All around the field are crafts, horticultural shows, dog shows, vintage tractors, family attractions, tractor tug of war and lots more. Car parking, bar and catering are all on site.
Explore Freshwater East Burrows Nature Reserve
Look out for ponies, rabbits and scores of other creatures as well as a huge variety of wild flowers. Adders live here too but you would be lucky to see one. Athough rare an adder's bite is dangerous so do take care and keep your dog on a lead.
Carew Karting
Please call for availablity to avoid disappointment.
Oakwood Bowl
Ideal entertainment for families and groups of friends. Oakwood Bowl is open every day during Pembrokeshire school holidays from 12 - 10pm with th exception of Sundays when they are open from 12 - 6pm. Outside school holidays the opening times are as follows: Fridays - 1 until 10pm Saturdays - 12 until 10pm Sundays - 12 until 6pm
Creative Cafe
The cafe serves delicious home baked cakes, fresh baguettes, sandwiches, teas and coffees.
Blue Lagoon Water Park at Bluestone Wales
Facilities include a very large pool with waves big enough to surf on, relaxing pools, places just for children, flume ride, wild water ride, a lazy river, spa pools and more.
The Creative Cafe
Suitable for all ages. Artistic skill is not essential. Friendly helpful staff will help you with ideas and resources.
Preseli Venture
The Dragon Reptile Experience
Pembrokershire National Park Offices
Neyland Yacht Club
Membership is available for sailors and social members at very reasonable prices. The club has a well stocked bar and an outside caterer provides excellent Sunday lunches and menus at sensible prices. Opening times vary from summer to winter. Phone ahead to avoid disappointment. The club house is situated on the north bank of the River Cleddau with wonderful views up and down the fascinating waterway from every window, the conservatory and outside decking area.
Manor House Wildlife Park Wild Welsh Zoo
Be a keeper for a day. Eat and drink from fair-trade and local sources. Shop in the ethically sourced arts, toys and gifts.
Heatherton World of Activities
Food and drinks available on site
Tenby's Silent World Aquarium & Reptile collection
Tudor Merchants House NT
Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo
Restaurant, coffee shops, burger bar, refreshment outlets and gift shops.
Riverside Shopping Haverfordwest
An award winning Farmer's Market is also held at the Riverside every other Friday morning.
Oakwood Theme Park
Rides, slides, snake river park, play town, lost kingdom, boats, pirate ship, techniquest, waterfall and more. Lots of places to eat and drink. Shops
Clerkenhill Adventure Farm
Pembrokeshire Motor Museum
In addition to the concourse display there are a few exhibits in the work shop which are being meticulously restored.
Scolton Manor
Thousands of interesting objects are on display in the Victorian manor house. The visitor's centre has displays focused on green issues and the wildlife of the park. The landscaped grounds offer several beautiful woodland walks. There is a stable block, carriage house, carpenters workshop and blacksmith's forge to explore. Picnics sites are available.
Llys y Fran Country Park and Reservoir
Maggie Brown Artist & Teacher
CADW Explorer Pass
Purchase at the admission desk of any paying sites including Laugharne Castle.
Oriel y Parc
Graham Sutherland's work will form a permanent part of the gallery's rolling exhibitions.
Thousand Islands Expedition
Whales, dolphins porpoise, Atlantic grey seals and hundreds of sea birds to be seen. Explore caves, bays and gorges, swirling currents, white water and some of the highest sea cliffs in Wales.
CADW Explorer Pass
Purchase at the admission desk of any paying site including St Davids Bishops Palace.
Venture Jet
Experience specialised jet manoeuvres, caves, canyons and sea cliffs. Boats depart from Whitesands Bay or St Justinians.
Pemberton's Welsh Chocolate Farm
Chocolate cinema, chocolate village, chocolate museum and much more.
Pembrokeshire Sheepdogs
Tremaynydd Fach is a working sheep farm with fields that extend down to the sea.
Irish Ferries .Com
The ferry takes foot passengers and passengers with cars. One day return trips are available.
Bosherston Lily Ponds (NT) Coarse Fishery
Day tickets available to be purchased in advance. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you into the village of Bosherston where you will find the National Trust car park and path to the Lily Ponds.
Pembroke & District Angling Club Coarse Fishery
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Pembroke
Hobbs Point Charters Boat Fishing
Rock Fishing Manorbier
Please take care on rocks. Wear appropriate shoes, be aware of the tides and wear a life jacket if necessary.
Celtic Charter Boat Fishing
Shore Fishing Lydstep Beach
Lydstep is also good for flatties, dogfish and whiting.
Shore Fishing around the Cleddau Estuary and Milford Haven
Mullet are found throughout the year. Conger and ray can be found in the deeper channels of Milford haven for those bottom fishing with heavier gear.
Heatherton Country Sports Park Coarse Fishery
Moor Farm Coarse Fishery
Puddleduck Trout Fishery
Watermeadows Coarse Fishery
Tenby Fishing
Reels and rods are supplied as part of the boat equipment. The skipper is always on hand to help and advise. Sport Fishing is also available. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Tenby Harbour. For car parking use SA70 7LT for Butts Field Park & Ride or SA70 8AQ for the multi storey car park in town.
Tenby Marine Boat Fishing
Sea Fishing Tenby, Boat fishing
Pembrokeshire Anglers Association
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the home of the permit secretary Mrs JA Batty.
Rock Fishing Monkston Point
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre where you can get directions to Monkston Point.
Saundersfoot Pleasure Boats Fishing
Shore Fishing at Dale Beach
Ray are sometimes caught too depending on the time of year. Long casting is an advantage.
Roadside Farm Coarse Fishery
Broadside Sea Fishing & Wildlife Trips
All fishing equipment is included as well as invaluable advice from a skipper with over 35 years experience fishing this coast. Departures from Dale, Milford Haven.
Broadside Angling Charters
All fishing equipment is included as well as invaluable advice from a skipper with over 35 years experience fishing this coast. Departures from Dale, Milford Haven.
Hayscastle Trout Fishery
Pembrokeshire Anglers Association River Fishing
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Toursit Information Centre in Haverfordwest where you can get directions to local fishing spots.
Shore Fishing, Broad Haven North
Long casting sometimes reaches tope.
West Atheston Coarse Fishery
Shore Fishing Marloes Sands
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Marloes Youth Hostel from here carry on a short distance along the road to the National Trust Car Park. The beach is a fair walk along the field edge and down a long flight of steps.
Llangwaren Lake Trout Fishery
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Wiston.
Shore fishing around Druidston
Fish to be caught include mackerel, garfish, bass, Pollack, wrasse, dogfish and tope. Storm beaches can provide excellent fishing for bass and flatfish in summer and flounder, whiting and codling in winter.
Ian Heaps' Coarse Fishery
Three lakes with 30 arm chair pegs. The top lake has mainly carp, middle lake tench, crucians, golden orfe, bottom lake mixed species, common, ghost and crucian carp, tench, golden tench, golden orfe, blue orfe, roach and bream.
Pembrokeshire Piscatorial Association
The club meets at the Rising Sun Pub the first Thursday of every month. Visitors are welcome. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Wolfsdale Pitts, for The Rising Sun use SA62 6EA.
Castle Ely Fishery
Phone for fishing permit. Fish include carp, bream, rudd, catfish, roach, golden orfe, perch and tench. Refreshments and toilets on site. Castle Ely operates a closed season.
White House Mill Trout Fishery
Equipment available for hire, flies for sale. Booking advisable.
Llwyngwyddel Farm Fishery
Llyn Carfan Coarse Fishery
Sea Fishing off Pendine beach
Different fish are caught at different times of the year. Late March until late January, bass. March, April and May, turbot. July and August, golden grey mullet. September, whiting. October until March, dabs. Flounders are caught all year with the best fishing being from October to Christmas.
Shore Fishing around Newgale
River Fishing on the Western Cleddau
There are two branches of the Western Cleddau. The eastern branch rises at Llgad Cleddau in Llanfair Nant y Gof just south of Fishguard. It flows south west past Scleddau and meets the second branch at Priskilly. The western branch rises in Penysgwarne in Llanreithan and flows to Priskilly. The combined stream flows through Wolfscastle, Treffgarne Gorge to Haverfordwest where it becomes tidal. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Nant y Coy Mill, Treffgarne.
Llys y Fran Reservoir & Country Estate
Rosebush Reservoir
St Clears Amateur Angling Association
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of St Clears
Voyages of Discovery Boat Fishing
River Fishing on the Eastern Cleddau
The eastern Cleddau rises in the foothills of Mynydd Preseli at Blaencleddau in the parish of Mynachlog-ddu it flows southwest to Gelli Mill where it joins the Syfnwy River. It flows on south through a deep valley past Llawhaden to Canaston Bridge where it becomes tidal. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to a point just north of Mynachlog-ddu in the Pembs National Coastal Park.
Shore Fishing around St Davids
Fish to be caught include mackerel, garfish, bass, pollack, wrasse, dogfish and tope. Storm beaches are good in summer for bass and flatfish and in winter for codling, whiting and flounder. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Whitesands Bay, St Davids.
Yet y Gors Fishery
Glandwr Trout Fishery
Glas Llyn Coarse Fishery
Gliding in North Wales
Unnamed Road, Wrexham LL11 3BB, UK |
Depending on the weather you may have one extended flight or two shorter ones. Once settled your instructor may even hand you the controls so you will be able to steer the glider yourself. NB NO POST CODE AVAILABLE for Llantisilio
Helicharter Wales
The helicopters carry up to 4 passengers. Gift vouchers are available.
Fly Heli Wales
Air Wales promises: Spectacular aerial views. The flight of a lifetime. You choose the route. Take the controls. An unforgetable experience
The Stackpole Inn
St Govan's Country Inn
Lots of choice for vegetarians, local fish and steaks and Sunday roasts.
The Olde Worlde Tearoom
Day permits for fishing are available at the Olde Worlde Caf
St Govans Country Inn
Booking advisable
The Freshwater Inn at Freshwater East
The coastal path runs in both directions from here. The pub serves real ale and good food. Families are welcome. There is a beer garden.
The Coach House Hotel
Wisebuys
Pembroke Farmers Market
Old Kings Arms Hotel Restaurant
Listed in the Good Food Guide. Local seafoods, Welsh meats and poultry, vegetarian specialities and real ales in a real local bar.
Wisebuys
The Dial Inn Lamphey
The pub dates back to 1830 when it was a Dower House to the court. All food is prepared and home cooked on the premises.
Lamphey Court Hotel & Restaurant
Brown's Snack Bar Fish and Chips
Connie as she is known opened her business in 1928. She has been working 6 days a week ever since. She eats nothing but fish and chips and claims to be living proof that eating fish and chips is a healthy option. Last year she was awarded the MBE for services to business and the community.
First and Last
Cleddau Bridge Hotel & Restaurant
Ferry Inn Hazelbeach
Tudor Lodge Restaurant
You will find Tudor Lodge in the village of Jameston, a couple of miles inland from Manorbier, between Tenby & Pembroke, with its Norman castle and unspoiled beach. Recently totally refurbished, they offer traditional pub fayre with a modern twist. In winter relax in front of a real fire in one of two bars. In summer why not cool off in the large beer garden? With two separate dining areas this is an ideal venue for all kinds of family celebrations.
Tudor Lodge Academy
One day cookery courses are available for adults and kids cookery club.
Paskeston Hall Country House Tearooms
One of Wales' finest aged manors, Paskeston Hall retains many original features and stands in 22 acres of beautiful parkland in the Pembrokeshire countryside.
Ferry House Inn
Light snacks, lunches and dinners are served in the conservatory or the restaurant both with beautiful riverside views. Fresh fish is a speciality. Real ales on tap.
The Ferry Inn
Castlemead Hotel Restaurant
Enjoy a meal overlooking beautiful lawned gardens sweeping down towards views of Manorbier's Norman church and glorious Blue Flag beach. The hotel's restaurant is holder of True Taste of Wales mark. Well behaved dogs are welcome by request.
The Bar Restaurant
The menu changes daily with a strong emphasis on freshly caught fish, sea food and local produce.
The Stable Inn
Viles/Claws Shellfish Ltd
Seafood platters and dressed lobster prepared for special occasions. Also home smoked fish.
Cottage Caterers
Order in advance by telephone or in person either the previous day or up to midday on the day of collection. Deliveries can be made by arrangement.
Springfields Fresh Produce (Manorbier Ltd)
Renowned for delicious strawberries, asparagus and a wonderful array of daffodils. 'Pick your own' fruit and vegetables according to season.
Beggars Reach Country Hotel & Restaurant
The Sun Inn
The Parsonage Farm Inn
Seafood is a speciality.
The Harbourmaster
Cafe 81
There is a play area for under 5's.
Quayside Delicatessan
The delicatessen offers a large range of welsh cheeses, local produce including home cooked meats, preserves and chutney. A deli cafe is also open.
The Spinnaker Coffee Shop
Martha's Vineyard
A comprehensive choice of fresh fish dishes and others with a Mediterranean theme.
Galley Cafe
The Charthouse Restaurant
Horse & Jockey
Penally Abbey Country House Hotel Restaurant
Cross Inn
The beer garden is within walking distance of the beach. Meals are served at lunch time and in the evenings. Families are welcome.
Cwm Deri Vineyard
Enjoy a meal and a drink in the restaurant overlooking the vineyard. The children can look at the animals in the pets corner. The shop stocks wines, liqueurs, free range eggs, seasonal vegetables, chutneys, marmalades, preserves, Celtic crafts and gifts.
Cross Inn
Yerbeston Gate Farm Shop
Meat includes Welsh Black beef, Saddleback pork, sausages and home cured bacon. Pies, pastries and quiche baked daily in the farmhouse. Local beers, ciders, cheeses, chocolates, wines, honey, preserves, bread, cakes and ice cream. Deliveries are made to holiday cottages and a welcome pack hamper service is available.
Taberna Inn
An extensive menu using fresh local meat, cheese, fish and vegetables. Homemade sauces and desserts. Real ales and wines.
Taberna Inn
Gate 2 Plate Farm Shop
A Taste of the County Four Seasons
Products sold include fruit, vegetables, cheese and herbs. There is an in house bakery, a smokery and a delicatessen. Four Seasons Florist is also located here.
The Blue Ball Restaurant
Mykonos
Tenby House Hotel
A wide range of dishes is served with sea food and shell fish as specialities. A cosy well appointed restaurant.
Cube Restaurant
A Taste of the County Four Seasons
Produce sold includes fruit, vegetables, herbs and cheese. There is an in house bakery, a smokery and a delicatessen.
The Mulberry Restaurant
The Mulberry Restaurant is situated near the harbour of Saundersfoot. The interior has a warm, intimate design, ideal for family dining or the more romantic diner de deux. There are outside dining tables too. The service staff are friendly and have a good knowledge of the dishes they are serving. The Chef will endeavour to accommodate personal requirements wherever possible.
The (not so) Snooty Fox Inn
Cliff Restaurant at St Brides Spa Hotel
The restaurant has sweeping views of Carmarthen Bay.
Mermaid on the Strand
Marina Fish, Chips & More
Grilled or battered fish, healthy or traditional, eat in or take away.
Chobbles
The shop also stocks Wales' largest range of Steiff bears.
The Park @ Slebech
Booking advisable
Griffin Inn, Dale
The Bristol Trader
A pub with great character, fine ales and good food prepared daily using fresh ingredients. Meals are served Monday - Thursday 12 noon to 8.30pm, Friday - Saturday 12 noon to 7pm and Sunday 12 noon to 3pm
The George's
Food is cooked on the premises using ingredients from local sources. If you don't fancy cooking The George's provide fresh or frozen meals to be heated at home in the oven. Select from favourites such as fish pie, lasagne, Thai curry and dessert or cake or pud. Complete your meal with a bottle of wine from the cellar.
Casa Maria Delicatessen Cafe
Enjoy drinks, snacks & meals in the cafe then stock up on delicious speciality and artisan products to take home.
The Black Lion
The pub lies right at the start of the Brechfa mountain biking trails.
The County Hotel & Restaurant
Haverfordwest Farmers Market
The Nest Bistro
The Castle
Ceri's Cafe at Captain Morgan's
The Swan Inn
The pub has a strong commitment to using local and seasonal produce including welsh ribeye steak, local diver caught scallops and St Bride's Bay crab.
The Galleon Inn
Summerhill Farm Shop & Village Stores
The farm shop specialises in organic meat and free range organic poultry. Also bakery products, cakes, preserves, dairy, fruit, vegetables and much more.
The Ocean Cafe, Bar, Restaurant
Wi Fi open access.
The Cartwheel Restaurant
The restaurant serves coffee, breakfasts, snacks, lunches afternoon teas and full a la carte from 6 o'clock. Only fresh local produce is used.
The Clockhouse Cafe/Bar
Local fish and shell fish are used. Open all day.
The Pelcomb Inn & Restaurant
10% off for senior citizens on all food.
The Bridge Dining Room & Lounge Bar
A wide range of meat and fish dishes locally caught when available and indulgent deserts are served along with a selection of Welsh and international liquors.
Diablo's
Ultracomeda Delicatessen & Tapas Restaurant
The restaurant is open Monday - Thursday and Saturday. Reservations can be made for Saturday evenings only.
Rose Park Organic Farm
Buy as little or as much as you like.
Bethesda Farm Shop
Also an abundance of Pembrokeshire products including milk, cream and butter.
Bethesda Farm & Coffee Shop
The Tea Rooms at Scolton Manor
It is possible to visit The Tea Rooms at Scolton Manor without having to pay an entrance fee. Park at the top of the car park. The typical cafe menu includes delicious sandwiches, paninis, homemade cakes, fresh coffee and popular Sunday lunches (advisable to book) and lots more. Local produce is used where possible. The service is friendly and efficient. Open between 10 and 5, seven days a week. (closed in January)
Cross Inn
Corner Piece Inn
Closed Sunday nights.
Parc y Lan
The Pump on the Green
The Iron Duke
Riverbend Cafe at Nant y Coy Arts
The Wolfe Inn
Credit Munch lunch ?5.95 Booking advisable.
Wolfs Castle Country Inn
All menus available in the bar & restaurant.
Thirty Five Main Street Cafe/Bistro
Orders taken for freshly caught lobster & crab. Picnic hampers available, cold or hot ready to collect. Orders taken in advance. Prices subject to requirements.
Harbour Inn
The Cambrian Inn
Caboose
Canapes and party platters to order. Also crafts cards and books.
Lavender Cafe
The Lavender Cafe is attached to Raul Speek's Gallery in the Old Chapel. It is housed in an old building therefore unfortuantly there is no wheelchair access.
Wok's Ku King Chinese Restaurant & Take Away
Dressed Crab, Lobster & Prawns prepared by Mrs Jan Phillips
Call and see the in house display of mouth watering shell fish products.
Caffi Beca
Something's Cooking
This successful business has been running for over 25 years. Rick Stein enjoyed the 'Honest fish and chips' and was served by 'the sweetest staff in South Wales'.
Drovers Arms
Trehale Farm Free Range Rare Breeds
Top quality fresh pork, lamb and charcuterie. Mobile catering at markets, shows & campsites. Mobile farm shop, stocking all of Pembrokeshire's best fresh local produce, veg, fruit, bread, meat etc. Speciality breeds are pigs - Berkshire, saddleback, wild boar cross (iron age pig), sheep - Jacobs, Manx Loghtan
The Old Post Office Restaurant
Good home cooking fro local produce. Real ales, local wines, live music sessions every week.
Tafarn Sinc
Situated in the heart of the Preseli Mountains with food 'Just like Mam used to cook'.
Pant Mawr Farmhouse Cheeses
Cig Lodor Meat
Jabajak Restaurant
Two restaurant areas offer rustic yet contemporary dining. The best local produce is used to create a selection of dishes. Jabajak is a licensed Red Kite feeding station.
The Green Room
Cors Restaurant
Fine traditional welsh dishes with a twist served in an intimate candlelit dining room of a former vicarage.
Seaview
Welcoming, relaxed and friendly. Once home to Dylan and Caitlin Thomas during the time of writing and publishing some of his best work.
Spring Meadow Farm Shop
Listed in Rick Stein's Food Heroes and A Culinary Journey with John Pressdee.
Caerfai Farm Organic Cheese Makers
The Refectory at St Davids
Gianni's Ice-creams at The Bench
Gianni's artisan ice-creams are made on the premises using organic milk from local Caerfai Farm. Tea, coffee, lots of hot and cold drinks and a choice of homemade cakes are also sold.Try the delicious fresh fruit smoothies, ice cream sundaes, frozen yoghurt and a huge choice of toppings ie: any fresh fruit, honeycomb, various assortments of chocolate, nuts, fudge, toffee & many sauces. Local photographs on canvas, cards, mugs etc are sold in a small area within the parlour and outside when the weather permits There is no indoor seating area. But quite a large seating area outside.
St Davids Food and Wine Ltd
Fresh filled rolls and baguettes made to order.
Grove Hotel St Davids
The restaurant menu changes daily to reflect the availability of locally sourced produce. Welsh Brains beers, continental beers, premium spirits and excellent wines are also available.
Cwtch Restaurant
Bishop's
Eynon's Butchers and Food Hall
Every product is sold at its peak with an eye to seasonality. Produce includes salt marsh lamb, Welsh black beef, Aberdeen Angus and pork from 'Plantation Pigs'. Also on sale are homemade pies, ready meals and a selection of welsh cheeses.
The Sampler
Saffron Fine Dining
Thali dishes are available at lunch time. Take away meals are also available with 10% discount.
The Farmers Arms, Mathry
Food is locally sourced and the majority of dishes are home made. Specialities include locally caught seafood, home made desserts and the 'Friday Credit Crunch Lunch'. Events include themed nights, St David's Day suppers, quiz nights, live music, fund raising events visiting Morris Dancers and more. A wide range of beers, real ales, lagers, wines, spirits and soft drinks is available.
Square & Compass Mini Mart & Filling Station
This newly refurbished mini mart & filling station was reopened in April 2009. It stocks local produce including Gwaun Valley meat and freshly baked bread and bakery products from JK Lewis. Pay Point facilitates mobile phones top ups. All you need for a picnic is available including sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls, cakes, soft drinks, disposable plates, mini bottles of wine, toys, games and beach goods.
Gwaun Valley Brewery
Open 7 days a week 10am until 6pm and evenings by arrangement. Call any time entry is free. Taste then buy pints or half pints to drink in the brewery or 500ml bottles to take home. Presentation packs are available and make ideal gifts.
Letterston Mini Mart & Filling Station
The mini mart stocks local produce such as Gwaun Valley meat and freshly baked bread and bakery goods from JK Lewis. Pay Point facilitates mobile phone top ups. All you need for a family picnic is on sale including sandwiches, sausage rolls, pasties, soft drinks, mini bottles of wine , disposable plates, toys, games and beach goods.
The Ship Inn
Enjoy real ales, good homemade food and terrific Sunday roasts. Families are welcome.
The Dyffryn Arms known as Bessie's
The Bridgend Inn
Known locally as the Bont, this friendly country pub, over 150 years old, nestles in the beautiful Gwaun Valley. The cosy bars with log fires serve mainly local real ales with the dining room housed in the old smithy which features an external water wheel. Homemade food is served daily with Sunday lunch being particularly popular. Check with the inn for winter opening and food times. Approximately 50 metres from Gwaun View
Gellifawr Hotel
The Shed Wine Bar & Bistro
A small intimate and welcoming first floor bistro in the renowned village of Porthgain. Specialising in locally caught fish and shell fish.
The Sloop Inn, Porthgain
Traditional bar food plus a specials menu which changes daily including local fresh fish and lobster when available. Breakfasts are served from 9.30 am Bookings taken for lunch and dinner. Quiz night held the last Thursday of every month starting at 8.30 pm
Porthgain Shellfish
The Clarke brothers operate two fishing boats out of Porthgain Harbour. Buy live or cooked shell fish from them directly in Porthgain Harbour or order on line.
Hill Farm Nursery
Open April 1st to July 31st
Bush School Nursery
Barrington's Garden Village at Pembroke Garden Centre
Corseside Nursery
Upton Castle Gardens
The medieval castle remains a private residence. It occupies an idyllic situation commanding beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the ruins of Carew castle.
Manorbier Garden Centre
Honeyborough Garden Centre
Lydstep Nurseries
Grandiflora Plant & Garden Centre
The plant and garden centre also serves morning coffee, hot & cold lunches, afternoon teas, cream teas and Sunday lunches in the Bramleys Tearoom. A range of bird care products is available.
Sandyhill Nursery
Begelly Park Gardens & Tea rooms
The tea room serves a full range of meals and snacks.
St Ishmaels Garden Centre
Patio and Garden Centre
West Atheston Farm Produce
Colby Woodland Garden NT
Vincent Davies Garden Centre
Newbridge Nursery & Plant Centre
Crofty Nursery, Garden Centre and Tea Room
Dyffryn Gwyddno Nursery
Bamboo garden open for the National Gardens Scheme NGS charities. Nursery open from March 1st - Oct 1st. Appointments welcome
Hilton Court
12 acres of lakes and gardens of outstanding beauty. Walks through a 250 year old woodland, boules court, restaurant, pottery, tea room, gift shop, gallery, garden centre and garden sundries.
Tavernspite Garden Centre
Pengawse Hill Nursery
Pengawse Hill Nursery
Little Rhyndaston Nurseries
St Davids Garden & Nursery, St Davids
Shipton Bulbs
Cors Garden
The garden's design features ponds, sculptures and unusual plants such as bamboos and tree ferns. Nick Priestland the designer and gardener has a real flair for design. 'Cors' translated from Welsh means bog. The garden is surrounded by streams on all sides.
Buckette Fort Farm
Golwg yr Ynys Garden
The planting consists of a wide variety of trees , shrubs, perennials, grasses and flowers giving seasonal interest all year round. All plants are grown without the aid of greenhouses and polytunnels and are therefore tough. Of the 1000 or so varieties of plants in the garden a selection of around 400 is on sale.
The Perennial Nursery
The weather conditions at St Davids combine low coastal rainfall with almost constant drying winds. Plants are both drought and wind tolerant.
Penlan Uchaf Gardens
The garden features include a raised herb and wild flower garden, 27 metre sweet pea pergola, over 30,000 spring bulbs, alpine and herbaceous borders. The garden offers breathtaking views of the Preseli hills. Complete your visit with tea and home baked cakes or a light meal in the farmhouse conservatory. You can also buy Carn Edward Longhorn Beef and Welsh lamb at the farmhouse.
Moorland Cottage Plants
All plants are pot grown outside all year round and fully exposed to the elements. As a result plants are completely hardy and very tough.
The Water Margins Aquatic Plant Nursery
The nursery has one huge polytunnel (and another on the way) and many tanks full of aquatic plants all grown on the premises. This is a seasonal business open daily 10 til 5 from April to September. Closed on Mondays except Bank Holidays. Expert advise given on how to construct and maintain garden ponds.
Workshop Wales Gallery Sculpture Garden
Fishguard Garden Centre
Plants, trees, shrubs, pots, ornaments, perennials and garden sundries. Open 7 days a week except in August when the garden centre is closed on Wednesdays.
South Pembrokeshire Golf Club
Facilities include restaurant and bar with views over the course and the Cleddau waterway. Changing rooms are available.
Golf at Celtic Haven
Dawn til Dusk Rosemarket Golf Club
Set in the heart of beautiful scenic countryside. The club has an integral grass airstrip to welcome visitors from all over the country. The course has mature trees and some rather tricky ponds which love eating golf balls.
Milford Haven Golf Club
Facilities include restaurant, bar, changing rooms, Pro shop, trolley and buggy hire.
Trefloyne Golf Course
Facilities include club house with restaurant and bar and a Pro shop.
Tenby Golf Club
A classic links course ranked one of the top five in Wales. The course has views of Tenby South Beach and Caldey Island. Visitors are welcome.
Mayfield Golf Range and Golf Course
Haverfordwest Golf Course
Set near the National park the course has magnificent views of the Preseli Hills. There is a Pro shop, club house, golfers bar and restaurant offering home cooked cuisine in a traditional atmosphere.
Heron's Brook
Priskilly Forest Golf Club
St Davids City Golf Club
Weekly Green fees are available during summer.
Pembrokeshire Riding Centre
Hunter Hirelings
The horses are experienced and there is a variety of sizes and weights. They are provided with good tack and arrangements are made to get horses to and from your chosen event.
Heatherton Riding Centre
Daily rides and treks suitable for 7 years and over.
The Dunes Riding Centre
Beach rides at Pembrey Park.
Sycamores Ranch Western Riding Centre
One hour to whole day western trail rides through scenic routes, ancient bridleways, woodlands rivers and streams.
Bowlings Riding School
Set in 350 acres of wooded farm land.
East Nolton Riding Stables
Marros Riding Centre
Facing the Marros mountain with woodland tracks, mountain trails, an extensive network of bridleways and seven miles of glorious beach. Rides for all abilities, individuals or family groups. Lessons available.
Hill's Farm Stables
Riding can be as varied as you like, flat work and show jumping, various hacks or seven miles of Pendine beach. Your own horse can be stabled or you can ride one of the farm's well schooled horses.
Cethin Farm
Riders may ride with Carmarthenshire, South Pembrokeshire, Tivyside and Vale of Clettwr hunts, guaranteed to give a good day out.
Wanton Wax & Wicked Wicks
Pembroke Angling
Pembrokeshire Outdooors
Anglers Corner
Sportfishing International, Milford Haven
Yerbeston Gate Farm Shop
Meat includes Welsh Black, Saddleback pork, sausages & home cured bacon. Pies, pastries & quiche baked daily in the farmhouse. Local beers, ciders, cheeses, chocolates, wines, honey, preserves, bread, cakes & ice-cream. Deliveries made to holiday cottages & a welcome pack hamper service is available.
Tenby Angling
Morris Brothers Ltd
Saundersfoot Angling
The Spice Box
County Sports
The Welsh Farmhouse Company
Practical and luxurious items that reflect contemporary living in the British countryside are on sale in the shop and on line.
The Welsh Farmhouse Company
Taboo Surf Clothing & Footwear
Damson & Slate
Celtic Vision Photographic Specialist
Celtic Vision
Celtic Images Gallery & Hilton Framing
The gallery also offers a framing service also an extensive range of greetings cards and local interest books.
Ma Simes Surf Hut
TYF Adventure
Chapel Chocolates
Porthgain Shellfish
The brothers operate two fishing boats out of Porthgain Harbour. Buy live or cooked shell fish from them directly in Porthgain Harbour or order online.
Ritec Valley Quad bikes
Arrive and drive on automatic quad bikes around a huge well maintained track, for 6 years and older. Pre book trail riding, a serious gear based activity on 250cc automatic quads for 16 years and older. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to DJ's Nightclub, follow the signs from there.
West Wales Karting
Museum of Speed, Pendine
See the beautifully restored car 'Babs' and much more.
Wood Park Off Road
Training courses, recreational days and taster sessions. Learn how to drive correctly off road with a 4x4 whilst still being considerate for the countryside.
Thornton Hall
Milford Haven Leisure Centre
Facilities include swimming pool, sports hall, fitness studio, bowling hall, sauna and steam room, recreation room and outdoor tennis courts.
Tenby Leisure Centre
Facilities include swimming pool, teaching pool, pool viewing area, sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, artificial turf and caf
Haverfordwest Leisure Centre
Narberth Swimming Pool
Lamphey Court Hotel Spa
Jogging track also available at Spa. Pay once and stay as long as you like within a day.
The Spa at Celtic Haven
Facilities include swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and fitness suite.
Swallow Tree Gardens
Leisure facilities include heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and solarium. There is a Revive Spa with St Tropez, Elemis or Jessica treatments.
Waterwynch Woodland Spa
A typical Morning Spa includes biscuits on arrival, 1 x mini treatment, robes, slippers & towels and full use of facilities.
Hurst House Spa
Pembroke Tourist Information Centre
Pembroke Dock Tourist Information Centre
Milford Haven Tourist Information Centre
Tenby Tourist Information Centre
Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre
Haverfordwest Tourist Information Centre
Stackpole and Stackpole Quay
The Stackpole Estate consists of outstanding countryside and coastal landscape set in the National Park. Stackpole Quay was used to bring coal and other goods to the estate and to ship out limestone from their own quarry. The quay is also of interest for its structural geology.
Pembroke
Pembroke castle was once home to the earls of Pembroke and the birth place of Henry VII and the Tudor dynasty in 1457. The streets of the town still follow their medieval line. A walk along the mill pond reveals just how well defended Pembroke was in the middle ages. There is a popular town trail, numerous craft, gift and specialist shops. Swans wait to be fed in the mill pond.
Pembroke Dock
Impressive dockyard buildings still remain including the Garrison Chapel. Strong defences were built for protection. Several forts are still in existence. Defensible barracks overlook the town. They are one of the most unusual barrack buildings in the UK, the last example of their kind in Europe. During the 2nd World war Pembroke Dock was used as a Sunderland Flying Boat base.
Llanstadwell & Hazelbeach
Quite different in character from the rest of the coastal path. Llanstadwell has a micro climate all of its own nurturing spring flowers, Mediterranean plants and even some tropical ones such as bananas in the vicarage garden. The parish church with 12th C battlemented tower invites visitors to leave the narrow road to stroll through the grounds whilst enjoying the river views. The Ferry Inn serves food inside and outside at its idyllic waterside location.
Neyland
Following the closure of the railway terminus Neyland Marina was built. The railway track is now a popular and scenic cycle/footpath to Haverfordwest part of which runs alongside the river. A statue of Brunel overlooks the entrance to the marina. There is the popular Bar Restaurant and a busy cafe on the marina. Numerous boat trips operate from here. A pleasant 2 mile riverside walk leads along the Promenade and through the village of Llanstadwell.
Carew
Attractions in the village include Carew castle, Carew Celtic cross and a tidal mill. There is a large car park, picnic site and recreation area overlooking the mill pond and castle.
Lawrenny & Lawrenny Quay
The village enjoys a quiet atmosphere surrounded by woodland and fields. The quay is an idyllic spot alongside the estuary. A pleasant circular walk follows the river bank and back through the village passing through oak woods with views of Benton castle. A smart licensed cafe 'The Quay' serves food on their riverside lawn and inside during the summer season. The Lawrenny Arms is open all year round. And also serves food.
St Florence
There is a distinctive cottage with the last surviving Flemish chimney in Wales. The village has won awards for its floral displays. Places of interest include the 13th C church, Manor House Wildlife Park, Heatherton's Dinosaur Park and the Grandiflora Garden Centre.
Milford Haven
60 thousand tons of fish was landed in 1946 when the fishing industry was booming. Sadly it has since declined. A fisherman statue stands on the promenade to remind the public of the town's history. Today Milford haven is a busy waterway offering visitors the chance to sail, fish or take river trips. Milford marina is buzzing with a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. There is a friendly town centre and a successful Torch Theatre.
Angle
A lovely north west facing sandy beach with a stream and rock pools to explore, flanked by low cliffs on the western end of the Castlemartin Peninsula. The beach has been designated a SSSI for its fossils which are extremely abundant in exposed rocks on the north side of the bay and in the cliffs, shale and limestone on the south side. Access is via a concrete zig zag path then a ramp leading onto the beach. Halfway along on the north side is a small hidden beach, which is quite sheltered. This can be accessed from the coast path, or at low tide from the main beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, café, public toilets, access to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The village of Angle is 1 mile to the east with a well stocked village shop/Post Office and two pubs serving food, The Old Point House and The Hibernia Inn.
Burton, Llangwm & Hook
Burton is a pleasant waterside village with a popular landing pontoon, pub with beer garden and rolling lawns going down to the beach. Llangwm is an attractive old fishing village built around an inlet further up stream. Black Tar gives access to boat users at all states of the tide. Hook is north of Llangwm. It has some beautiful river views.
Tenby
The town is steeped in history. It is surrounded by an imposing stone wall which was built in the 13th C after the town was destroyed by Prince Llewelyn in 1260. The walls and five arches can be seen around the bustling shopping area. The Victorians flocked to Tenby to enjoy the benefits of the fresh sea air. There are three glorious sandy beaches all within walking distance of the town overlooked by a Georgian terrace of elegant colourful buildings. Caldey Island home to Cistercian monks is just a boat ride away.
Dale
Dale is a popular location for watersports with excellent facilities and a wet suit friendly cafe. The village Post Office and shop stocks groceries, newspapers, magazines, fishing tackle, bait, fresh bread milk and cash is available. The Griffin Inn beside the water serves real ales and food. There are two beaches to choose from. Dale is family friedly with safe bathing and a grass verge if you prefer lunch without sand. West Dale is a perfect sun trap but not recommended for swimming there are strong currents. The coastal path passes through the village.
Haverfordwest
The town lies along the tidal river Cleddau. Narrow twisting streets and the main high street have a mixture of traditional buildings, shops, cafes, restaurants and a cinema. It once was a thriving port with local and foreign vessels sailing right into the town centre to carry out their business. Henry Tudor crossed the river here on his way to Bosworth Field where he defeated Richard III and so became King Henry VII and started the Tudor dynasty. There are two surviving fairs both held on St Thomas Green. Portfield fair dates back to 1659 when it was the occasion to hire farm servants.
Narberth
The shops are very individual selling products such as fine art, antiques and fine food. There is a large free car park, several good pubs, cafes and restaurants. The Queens Hall is one of the best entertainment venues in west Wales.
Treffgarne
Treffgarne is notable for its beautiful deep wooded gorge and rocky outcrops. The western Cleddau tumbles through alongside the railway line.
Solva
Solva has a picturesque quayside in a fjord like inlet, small sandy coves, shops, pubs, restaurants, galleries and antiques all within easy walking distance. There are dramatic walks along the Pembrokeshire Coastal path on either side of the village.
Laugharne
Laugharne has a rich history of weaving, cockling and fishing. The port was thriving with ships plying their trade to and from Bristol. The town is famous for Dylan Thomas who lived and wrote some of his best work at the 'Boathouse', now a museum.
St Davids
The Pembrokeshire National Park links coves and harbours with a variety of activities and attractions to explore. The city has a cathedral, a bishop's palace, Celtic cross, a growing reputation for excellent food and an interesting variety of shops. It is the only British city to lie within a national park.
St Govans to Angle (a tough 17 miles walk)
The walk passes a huge surfing beach and sheltered bays on the Milford Haven waterway. This can be a tough route with many steep uphill sections. A coastal bus covers the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to St Govans Inn, Bosherston from where you can follow the road to the car park near St Govans Head.
Easy Access Walk St Govans Head
The path from the car park at the old coastguard station (turn left) has been surfaced and provides a fairly level walk. It runs inland from the cliff edge.Coastal views are magnificent. Watch out for seabirds including guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes. The coastal heath and unimproved grassland provides ideal habitat for the chough, wheatears, skylarks, meadow pipits, stonechats and various warblers. The little 6th C St Govans Chapel nestles at the bottom of the cliff down a steep flight of steps. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to St Govans Country Inn in Bosherston the coastguard station is along the same road. (keep inn on your left)
Pembroke to Milford Haven (easy 14 mile walk)
A surprisingly fascinating walk with plenty of interest on the way. There are no serious gradients.
Hazelbeach to Neyland Marina
Start at the Ferry Inn, walk in an easterly direction through the picturesque village of Llanstadwell. Stroll through the church yard with its 12th C battlemented tower and on through the village to the main road junction. Turn right along the Promenade from where you will see the old Naval dockyard and the Irish ferry terminal across the water. After Neyland Yacht Club take the next right turn to Neyland Marina once the terminus of the Great Western railway.
Blue Shark
Expeditions off shore towards the Celtic Deeps including visits to colonies of guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes and gannets.
Wild Guides
Anna Sutcliffe has over 25 years experience of worldwide guiding. She specialises in Pembrokeshire's spectacular islands with over 20 years experience of Skomer, Ramsey and Caldey Islands. She looks at birds, butterflies, plants, rock pools and seals. Guided tours around the islands, tranquil Cleddau estuary or canoe trips for a really close up look at nature.
Easy Access Walk Carew Millpond
The walk is mostly level on surfaced paths & lanes with a few short slopes. Look out for wading birds in the tidal millpond. It is a good place to watch bats on summer evenings.There is a carved Celtic cross considered to be one of the three finest in Wales.
Haven Head, Milford Haven to Pill Priory
Pill Priory was a Tironian house founded in the 12th C and believed to be a daughter house of St Dogmaels Abbey in North Pembrokeshire. The remains of the priory still stand in the village of Priory but are on PRIVATE PROPERTY. The Chancel Arch can easily be see from the road side. Please do not enter uninvited.
Milford Haven to Dale (an easy 9 mile walk)
Check tides for Sandy Haven before planning your walk. The Poppit Rocket bus service covers the entire route. www.pembrokeshire.co.uk/coastbus
Lydstep to St Govans (14 1/2 mile strenuous walk)
Gradients are not too taxing but strenuous none the less. Coastal bus service covers entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Angle to Pembroke (an easy 11 mile walk)
The inlets and bays are a haven for wildlife. Pembroke Castle is magnificent. A coastal bus service covers the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Easy Access Walk Penally to South Beach Viewpoint
Leave from Penally Station car park via exit by notice board. Turn right towards level crossing. There are large gates available for wheel chair users. There is a phone to tell you whether it is safe to cross track (it is quite high up). Follow the tarmac track to seat. Then bear left onto narrower path and follow across golf course to view point. The last 180 metres are uneven and may have some sand on path. There is a short steep up & down section just before the view point. The only access onto the beach involves negotiating a flight of steps onto soft sand.
Guided Walking Tours of Tenby
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Upper Park Road, Tenby.
Easy Access Walk St Ishmaels to Great Castle Head
Path to the coast is level and surfaced, the rest are natural surfaces with some gradients. Look out for sea birds and farmland species such as the yellow hammer.There was an iron age fort at Great Castle Head. There is a small car park at the start of the walk. Go through gates beside the public toilet, follow path through another gate into playing fields. Where the path turns right there is a 1:10 gradient for 6 metres. Stay on surfaced path until reaching view point. This is the end of the easy access walk. Retrace steps to return to starting point.
Haverfordwest's Fortunes Frolic Walk
Pembrokeshire Paths
Guided walks, learn Nordic walking (walk with efficiency & style) or walk therapy (sharing the countryside with each others). There are several trails to choose from including The Bluestone Trail, The Landsker Walks and The Preseli Paths.
Withybush Woods Trail
Amroth to Lydstep a taxing 11 1/2 mile walk
There is a woodland section between Saundersfoot and Tenby. At very low tide walk from Amroth to Saundersfoot along the beach to see interesting exposed geology including coal measures.
Easy Access walk Haroldston Chins
Leave the car park on path towards the sea. Follow around first view point onto the coast path. This easy access walk has a tarmac surface and seats along the way to the second viewpoint. There are magnificent views of St Brides Bay; to the north the rugged coastline to Rickets Head, the St Davids Peninsula & Ramsay Island and to the south towards Skomer Island. On clear days you can see the island of Grassholm. The nesting gannets cover the island in white guano in the summer. As you return you will see impressive vertical cliffs of black shale topped by a thick layer of sandstone.
Dale to Martins Haven (exposed 10 1/2 mile walk)
The finale, the most westerly point on the Marloes peninsula overlooks the turbulent tide race of Jack sound and Skomer island. It is where the wide sweep of St Brides Bay reveals itself. This is a moderately strenuous walk. The Poppit Rocket bus service covers the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.co.uk/coastbus
Skomer Island
Take a boat trip out to Skomer. See bluebells, thrift , campions and an abundance of coastal flowers in spring. The sheer cliffs support 14,000 individual guillemots, 2000 pairs of kittiwakes, 3,500 razorbills, 700 pairs of fulmars and 30 pairs of shags, 16 pairs of cormorants. 6000 pairs of puffins breed on the island each year. The worlds largest colony of manx shearwaters (over 150.000) are also resident. One of the largest seal colonies in the south west live all year round on the islands beaches. There are also gulls, curlews, short eared owls, buzzards, kestrels, peregrines and oystercatchers. Skomer really is a nature lovers paradise.
Nolton Haven to Caerfai (undulating 12 mile walk)
It?s a real roller coaster walk with many steep descents and ascents. The obvious place to take a break is the stunningly picturesque Solva. The Puffin Shuttle bus service serves the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Easy Access Walk St Davids Airfield
The level walk through the centre and around the edge of the airfield is surfaced throughout. The National Park Authority has recreated wildlife habitats while safeguarding public access and enjoyment.Part of the airfield is now a SSSI and part is used for farming. Go through the gate and follow the concrete path with hedge on the right. The path is made up of concrete sometimes topped with tarmac. In places grooves cut accross it can give a juddering effect when crossed in a wheel chair. Follow the obvious perimeter path. After passing a stone circle turn right on to path with hedge banks on both sides. Here retrace your steps back to the start.
Dylan's Walk, Laugharne
Follow the coast turning inland past a 17th C farm and back via St Martin's Church. A further half mile loop St Johns hill heads south from the castle with fabulous views. Both routes are well marked.
Walking route from Whitesands Bay
Start at Cairn Llidi, Whitesands Bay slipway and proceed around St Davids head on the coastal path as far Pellechwen and return inland. Look out for the remains of an iron age fort, dyke and hut circles.
Caerfai to Whitesands (a circular 9 mile walk)
This is one section of the coastal path best done as a circular walk. The return leg takes you into St David's by way of a delightful back lane. The Coastal Cruiser bus service serves the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Ramsey Island RSPB Nature Reserve
Ramsay features 400' cliffs teeming with thousands of breeding sea birds in spring and summer. The RSPB warden welcomes visitors at a small reception centre on the island.
Half day walk around St Davids Peninsula
Star at the St Justinian's' Lifeboat Station go along the path to Porth Clais ( the tiny harbour of St Davids) and then back to the St Davids - St Justinian's road.
Martins Haven to Nolton Haven (14 mile walk)
There is little change in elevation until you reach Little Haven. It gets more strenuous after. The Poppit Rocket bus service covers the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Whitesands to Trefin (a wild rocky 11 mile walk)
The quarrying around Aberieddi and Porthgain have left some very interesting features that deserve exploration. The Strumble bus service services the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.co.uk/coastbus
Trefin to Strumble (a strenuous 12 1/2 mile walk)
There are some super little beaches en route and some spectacular high cliffs. Strumble Shuttle Bus service covers the entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
Outer Reef Surfing School
The official Welsh Training Centre for the British Surfing Association. Surfing also at Manorbier, Broad Haven & Newgale. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to the Speculation Inn on the road to Freshwater West.
Small boat launching at West Angle
Boat Launching at PembrokeDock
Ahoy Pembrokeshire!
Boat Launching at East Llanion
Pembrokeshire Activity Centre
Boat Launching at Neyland
Toilets, parking and Neyland Yacht Club closeby.
Boat Launching at Hobbs Point
Pembrokeshire Cruising
Boat Launching at Lawrenny
Parking, cafe, pub and toilets near by.
Small boat launching at Angle ( Point House)
Small boat launching at Gelliswick
Shingle and silt beach facing south, backed by a sea wall. The beach is flanked by Hubberston Fort (no public access) on the western side and a pipe line and jetty which serves Murco Oil Refinery on the eastern side. Access to the beach is easy via a concrete slip way. Beware of dangerous currents. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path passes here. Amenities: Car park, grass picnic area, public toilets, yacht club. Milford Haven and Milford haven Marina are less than 2 miles away.
Celtic Quest Coasteering
CQC go coasteering near Fisguard, St Davids, Cardigan and Tenby. Minimum age requirement is 8 years. Participants need not be strong swimmers. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Tenby.
West Wales Windsurfing & Sailing
Instruction includes basic & advanced sailing skills, windsurfing for beginners and experts, sea kayaking, power boating levels 1&2, safety boat, intermediate & advanced.
Dive in 2 Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire's underwater habitat supports varied flora and fauna due to the warm Atlantic drift current. The dive centre is run by ex lifeboat coxswain Brian Dilly. His knowledge of local waters is second to none. Individuals or whole clubs welcome.
West Wales Wind Surf & Sailing
Courses and equipment hire are available for all levels and abilities. There is a wet suit friendly cafe serving hot and cold meals within the centre every day.
West Wales Dive Centre
Dive Skomer Island Nature Reserve and its wrecks. PADI courses offered from beginners to instructor. There is an on site cafe, heated swimming pool and shop. Guided dives can be arranged and equipment hire.
Broadside Diving Charters
Haven Sports
West Wales Divers
Surfing Masterclass
Newsurf
Kite lessons also available. Facilities include surf shop, equipment hire, changing rooms and hot showers.
The Big Blue Experience
Master Class Surf Tuition
Safety, quality tuition and full on fun from a thoroughly professional organisation based at Pebbles ,Newgale. A cafe is on site.
Masterclass Surf School
Big Blue Experience
Activities include kitesurfing, kiteboarding, powerkiting, snowkiting, paddleboarding and power boating. Check the web cam for conditions at Newgale.
Outer Reef Surfing School
Surfing lessons also in Broad Haven (North)when conditions are appropriate. The Outer Reef Surfing School is the offficial Welsh Training Centre for the British Surfing Association.
Solva Sailboats
Solva Sailboats is recognised by the RYA and an accredited member of the Wildlife Safe Operator Scheme. They are equipped with boats carefully chosen to take best advantage of the remarkable surroundings. Courses and sailing trips provide a unique opportunity to view a huge variety of marine life in its natural habitat.
Celtic Quest Coasteering
CQC go coasteering near Fishguard, Tenby, Cardigan and St Davids. Minimum age requirement is 8 years. Participant need not be strong swimmers. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to the Tourist Information Centre in St Davids.
Whitesands Surf School
Lessons can be booked through Ma Simes Surf Hut, St Davids. Meet by the slipway at Whitesands 15 minutes prior to lesson. Age limit 8 years and over.
TYF Adventures
Preseli Adventure
With more blue flag beaches than anywhere else in the UK, Atlantic swells and sandy beaches Pembrokeshire is a surfers paradise.
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