Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Below is a brief description of the trail, broken down into the main sections of the walk.

Arriving in Amroth

The closest train station to Amroth is Kilgetty which is just 3 miles away. Please note that Kilgetty is a request stop so you must tell the driver or ticket inspector before you get on. There are regular trains to Kilgetty from Swansea (1 hr 20 mins) and Cardiff (2 hrs 30 mins)

South Section: Amroth to Pembroke—60 Miles

The first section of the walk from Amroth follows undulating paths through a mix of woodland cliff top walking and past sandy coves past the colourful village of Tenby. From here the path follows the coast on to Manorbier Bay and then the welcome sight of Freshwater East. The scenery from here is spectacular passing wonderful sea cliffs with some steep ups and downs. Wonderful award winning beaches and sheltered bays make for great picnic spots on this section. This section is the most popular and busiest section of the path.

Central Section: Pembroke to St Davids—58.5 Miles

The central section of the walk is varied and starts off with walking along wooded banks where you encounter Norman castle remains, it then becomes quite industrial, following power stations and oil refineries until you reach Sandy Haven. From here the walk is back on the coast again with wonderful views to the popular small village of Dale. Little Haven and Broad Haven are welcome stops for walkers with a good number of pubs for a well earned refreshment. The central sections finishes in St Davids, the smallest city in the UK with its wonderful cathedral.

North Section: St Davids to Dogmaels—76 Miles

The North section from St Davids to Dogmaels is the toughest and most demanding section of the path. It starts off winding its way past the beautiful beaches at Whitesands Bay and then as you head further West the scenery becomes wilder and the walking more remote. High cliff paths with wonderful wild flowers and herbs and from Cemaes Head you can look out for Dolphins and Seals below. The last days walk is most definitely the hardest but by the time you get there you will have walked yourself fit and will be ready for the challenge.

Departing St Dogmaels

You can catch the local bus from St Dogmaels to Fishguard and then onward travel from here to Swansea is around 2hrs. If you need to get back to Amroth you will need to catch the bus to Narbeth and then change to Amroth.

Navigation

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is well waymarked with wooden posts and acorn symbols.  The walk is on well maintained footpaths, clifftops, beaches and woodland trails. It does involve some steep ascent and descent especially in the Northern Sections of the Path.

Accommodation

You will stay in carefully selected walker friendly B&B’s, guesthouses, country pubs and small hotels. Your room will have an ensuite wherever possible. A delicious breakfast is always included.

Single Rooms

If you require single rooms within your party we will always try and accommodate you subject to availability. A single supplement is payable.

Solo Walkers

This walking holiday is available to solo walkers but as we incur additional baggage transfer costs their is a solo walker supplement payable.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinner are not included. Most of your accommodation will be more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or at nearby pubs or restaurants.

Baggage Transfer

Daily door to door baggage transfer is included in the cost of your holiday. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 15kg per person.

Equipment

Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes and a day pack.

Dogs

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate walkers with dogs as many of the accommodation providers do not accept pets.

Useful Websites

There is a great wealth of information on the National Trail Website and this also has up to date diversions so it is worth a look before you set off on your walk.

Another good website is the Visit Pembrokeshire Website which has detailed information and may help with deciding on which part of the trail you are looking to walk.

Walking Direction

Our itineraries and guide book are written from South to North although the itineraries can be reversed if necessary.

Additional Nights and Extensions

Many of our clients choose to add extra nights along the walk to sample more of the wonderful walking and attractions available on the Coast Path.

St Davids, Pembroke and Tenby are great choices for extra days.  Solva is a magical village tucked into the hillside and there are plenty of circular walks over the cliffs that can demand an extra day.

Copyright

Some of the images we have used for this tour have been supplied from the Welsh Tourist Board.  Crown Copyright (2010) Visit Wales.

 

 

 

Guest House

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Mellieha Guest House - Amroth

Stuart and Julia offer a warm Welsh welcome to their delightful 4 star guest house in the beautiful Pembrokeshire village of Amroth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Wychwood House - Penally

Wychwood is a warm and welcoming country house with fine sea views, a beautiful garden surrounded by lawns, shrubs and trees and from the rear garden there is a public footpath to the beach.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hotel

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Castlemead Hotel - Manorbier

The Hotel is nestled into the head of a small wooded valley, it provides warm and comfortable rooms and the restaurant provides an extensive range for the hungry walker.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Awelon - Manorbier

Awelon offers home comfort and a friendly welcome, great location and a first-class breakfast from local produce.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Country Inn

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St Govan's Country Inn - Bosherston

A warm welcome awaits from the team at this quiet country Inn. Providing comfy en-suite accommodation and a great pub menu. Why not try one of their well kept cask conditioned local ales after your walk!

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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The Old Smithy - Merrion

The Old Smithy is a traditional old stone country house built in around 1850, and a former blacksmiths forge. Standing in one and a half acres of land, it is surrounded by mature trees with views over local farmland.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Penfro - Pembroke

Penfro B&B offers wonderful accommodation in this grade 2 listed Georgian mansion dating back to the 1760’s. Comfortable and traditional rooms offer walkers a pleasant nights stay.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Skerryback - Sandy Haven

Sandy Haven is a beautiful spot with sandy beaches and a long creek stretching inland.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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The Clock House - Marloes

The Clock House provides a great welcoming service. As well as B&B they have a cafe/bar available for guests.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Felingog - Solva

Solva is a lovely, pretty little village and the views from Felingog are right down to the harbour. Clean and relaxed accommodation can be found here with attention to detail in every room.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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The Coach House - St David's

A warm welcome and delicious choice of breakfast awaits at The Coach House. St Davids is the smallest city in Britain due to its wonderful cathedral and it’s a great place to stop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Garn Isaf - Abercastle

Garn Isaf has been a homestead since the 16th Century and has now been completely modernised to create comfort and style for B&B guests.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Manor Town House - Fishguard

Relax in your individually decorated rooms, many with original fireplaces and antique furniture. Manor Town House has a beautiful terrace where you can sit and enjoy a fine ale after a hard days walking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Bryn - Newport

This elegant Georgian Town House is a wonderful rest stop on the Coast Path, with many of the rooms having views over Newport’s stunning bay and some with views of Dinas Head.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Llety Teifi - Cardigan

Llety Teifi is a relaxed family run Boutique style Guest House accommodation in Cardigan.

 

 

 

Getting to Amroth

By Train/Bus- You can catch the train from Swansea (1hr30) or Cardiff (1hr) to Kilgetty. From here you can catch a bus to Amroth (30min). By Car— Please note that there are limited spaces available in Amroth and we always do advise public transport wherever possible.

Getting to and from Pembroke

By Train—You can catch a train to Pembroke from Swansea to Pembroke (2rs) or from Cardiff (3hrs)

By Car—There is only off street parking available in Pembroke, so we recommend public transport. If you need to travel back to Amroth then you can take the bus which takes approx 2hrs

Getting to and from St Davids

By Bus—St Davids doesn't have a train station but you can reach the city by bus. From Swansea it takes approx 3 hrs.

Getting back from St Dogmaels

By Rail/Bus—From St Dogmaels the best way to travel is to catch the bus back to Fishguard (35mins) and then the train to Cardiff (1hr 30). A good source of reference for travel details is the travel line website: www.traveline.org.uk

We are often asked the following questions and we hope that you will find the answers useful. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any other questions.

How fit do I need to be?

We offer a range of itineraries with differing daily distances so you can find an itinerary that suits your preferred level of activity. If you currently don’t enjoy an active lifestyle we suggest regular walking in hilly terrain supplemented by cardio vascular exercise prior to your walk. A good gym or personal trainer will be able to draw up a personalised training programme.

How far in advance do I need to book?

We suggest you book as soon as your plans are finalised as the Pembrokeshire Coast Path is extremely popular especially over April/May and July/August. You will find up to date availability on our website and we will always try and accommodate your plans. 

What personal equipment do I need?

You will need good walking shoes/boots (ideally waterproof), comfortable walking clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers, a daypack and hats/gloves etc. You can download a full equipment list from the downloads page of our website. 

When is the best time of year?

This walking holiday is best enjoyed between March and mid October. Springtime weather can be changeable but usually is the driest time of year, from March to June.

Am I able to take my dog?

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate walkers with dogs as many of the accommodation providers we use do not accept pets.

What happens if I can’t walk a stage?

You can use public transport or local taxis to continue to your next overnight stop. In some cases the baggage transfer service that takes your bags on to your next accommodation may be able to assist. Our office can assist with helpful advice should you need to arrange transport for yourself or anyone in your party.

You can start your walking holiday on any date in the months coloured green, subject to availability. To make a provisional reservation select "Book" for the itinerary you are interested in.

Option prices will be displayed as part of the booking process.

Because every walking holiday we book is unique availability changes from day to day and our booking process works as follows:

• You provisionally book the tour you are interested in for your preferred dates and pay a 20% deposit online or by phone.
• We confirm availability and book all your accommodation and options and send final confirmation as soon as everything is confirmed (max 10 working days).
• If we are unable to accommodate you on your confirmed dates/tour or an alternative of your choice your deposit is fully refunded. 

The weekend of the 6th September is very busy due to the Ironman Wales Competition