Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Routes offered on this trail

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is a National Trail, running along the whole of the Pembrokeshire coastal line and National Park.  You will walk along the dramatic limestone cliffs, visiting tiny fishing villages and have the chance to visit offshore Islands.  There is a variety of landscapes, some very rural and others with an industrial history, backed by hills, estuaries, valleys and woodlands. This walk offers a variety for novice and seasoned walkers alike.  There are areas of this walk which can be quite demanding, especially in the northern section where you will be passing through remote areas. 

The Pembrokeshire coastal line is known for its array of wildlife, with the chance to spot dolphins, purpose and an array of sea cliff birds, including puffins.  On route you will also have chance to visit St David's Cathedral, full of history about the patron St of Wales, St David.     

The Pembrokeshire Coastal path runs between the remote Village of Amroth and the small Village of St Dogmaels.  You can walk the whole route of this path in both directions or split the walk down into two sections, only offered in one direction, from South to North.   

The mileage shown below is from where the Pembrokeshire Coastal path starts and finishes each day and is for your guidance only. A large part of this walk includes along rural coastal areas, so you will find that sometimes the accommodations are very close to the path and other times you will need to walk a little further to reach your accommodation.  You will not be asked to walk any further than one and a half miles from the path to your accommodation unless other wise specified.  Please see the Itinerary pages for more details.

Please be aware that you due to this being a coastal walk, there are high tide and low tide times to take into account.  Sometimes an inland detour is unavoidable and can add additional mileages to your days walk.  This will be discussed with you at the time of booking and all effort will be made to avoid this from happening. 

There is no accommodation at Amroth so you will be accommodated nearby.  You may be able to walk to Amroth on your arrival or departure day.  If you are not staying close to the Pembrokeshire coastal path, you will be provided with a taxi transfer, either on your first days walking or at the end of your final walking day, depending upon if your holiday starts or finishes in this location.

There is also no accommodation at St Dogmaels but this is where the Pembrokeshire Coastal path officially finishes or starts. Your accommodation will be in Cardigan, a further one mile walk from the path. 

Dates to avoid in the area, due to large events taking all of the accommodation. 

*** Iron Man - Tenby & surrounding areas – Sunday 22nd September 2024***

*** Wales Sportive -Tenby & surrounding area – Saturday 22nd June 2024***

*** Tour of Pembrokeshire cycle event - St David's area- Saturday 27th  April 2024 ***

 

Pembrokeshire Coast path. 
Full walk South to North
186 miles/ 299km

This route is classed as moderate to challenging to very challenging in places

Walk the whole of the 186 miles of the Pembrokeshire Coast path  Over 13 to 17 nights. From £1510.00 per person.  South to North

Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Full walk North to South.
186 miles/ 299km

This route is classed as moderate to challenging to very challenging in places

Walk the whole of the 186 miles of the Pembrokeshire Coast path  Over 13 to 17 nights. From £1510.00 per person.  North to South

Pembrokeshire Coast path
 North Section.
From Sandy Haven 
110 miles/177km

This route is classed as challenging to very challenging in places

Walking the Northern section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.  Covering the 110 miles between Sandy Haven and St Dogmaels. Over 9, 10 or 12 nights from £1180.00 per person 

Pembrokeshire Coast path
North Section. 
From St Davids
62 miles/100km. 

This route is classed as challenging to very challenging in places

Walking the Northern section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.  Covering the 62 miles from St Davids to St Dogmaels.  Over 6 or 7 days from £760.00 per person. 

Pembrokeshire Coast Path South Section. 
49 miles/ 79km

This route is classed as moderate 

Walking the Southern section of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.  Covering 49 miles between Sandy Haven and St Davids. Over 6 nights from £760.00 per person

Rest Days, explore or relax it's your choice. 

A rest day is a great way to break up your walking Holiday.  You could explore the area or just take it easy for the day.  

A fabulous way to make your holiday more bespoke.

We give you some ideas below on choice places to stop for that extra day. 

Marloes

Marloes is a National Trust area, with a huge expanse of sand at low tide. You could take the opportunity to relax on the sandy beach or this is a great location for visiting Skomer Island.  Famous for it's wildlife.  Most notably the large colony of Atlantic Puffins. As well as having standing stones and the remains of prehistoric houses. Pembrokeshire Island Boat trips sail to the island but advanced booking is essential. 

Little Haven

A relaxing place to take a rest day, the quaint village of Little Haven is nestled in St Brides Bay.  An old fishing Village full of charm and character.  Offering some lovely places to eat and drink.  With a beautiful sandy beach which stretches from Little Haven to Broad Haven.  This is truly a relaxing place to spend your extra day. 

feet with boots on relaxing in long grass
Two boots tied to a bench

St Davids

Either as a starting point, finishing point or half way along the Pembrokeshire Coastal path, you will find the City of St Davids. Britain's smallest City and a brilliant place to spend an additional day.  Visit the magnificent 12th century Cathedral. The Oriel Y Parc Gallery and visitor centre, showcasing local artists from the area.  There are also a large selection of places to eat and drink, allowing you to relax for the day and take in the charm of this popular little City. 

Newport

Newport is a well placed small bustling coastal town towards the end of the Pembrokeshire Coastal walk. An excellent place to break up your walking days and explore the area.  There is a small cromlech or dolmen just outside the Town, dating from 5000 years ago. and a medieval pottery kiln from the 15th Century on display in the Memorial Hall.  Close by is the Nevern wildfowl conservation area.  

  

What we offer

Please see listed below information for this walk.  If you have any questions, please contact us- we will be happy to help.

What is included 

  • You will be accommodated as close to the path as possible in good quality accommodation using a mixture of Guesthouse, Bed and Breakfast, Farmhouse, local Inns and Hotels.
  • All rooms are booked as en-suite or private bathroom wherever possible
  • Breakfast is always included. Sometimes this is continental not always a fully cooked breakfast.
  • Your luggage will be transferred for you between each of your accommodations.
  • Where your accommodation is not within a reasonable walking distance of the path you will be provided with a transfer to your accommodation.
  • Your route planning will be provided as part of your holiday pack.
  • Your Holiday pack will included your Trail Guide and map, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch information and evening meal recommendations, luggage transfer information and holiday planning details.
  • A packed lunch and your evening meal are not included in your holiday cost.
  • You will be responsible for getting to your first nights accommodation and departing from your last nights accommodation.  

Additional Costs

Rest Days

If you would like to spend additional days in an area, a rest day can be included in your itinerary.  This is great for exploring the area At £70.00 per person per day.  Please let us know at the time of booking so this can be included.  

Solo Walkers 

Solo walker supplement is charged at £70 per night.  All our walks are based on two people sharing a room.  The Solo Walker supplement is applied per night for anyone holidaying on their own.  It is charged to cover the extra costs passed on from the accommodations and luggage transfers. 

Single Supplement

Single supplement applies if you are booking as part of a group but require a room of your own.  Charged at £60 per person per night. Again, it is charged to cover the extra costs passed on from the accommodations and luggage transfers. 

Postage Costs

Postage is calculated dependant on location, as listed below:

UK - £6.99 per pack

Europe - £17.99 per pack

Rest of World - £26.99 per pack

 

How to get to The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.

Railway stations: Can be found at  Kilgetty (for Amroth), Milford Haven (for Sandy Haven) and Haverfordwest & Carmarthen (for St David’s and St Dogmaels). 

Car Parking: There are very few places to park your car.  Please let us know that you wish to arrive by car and we will advise you. 

If you would like any help with your arrival or departure arrangements, please contact us at the office where we will be happy to give advice.  info@embarkwalkingholidays.com  call us on +44 (0)7399 330178.

 

When would you like to start

We want to arrange your holiday to suit you.  So you get to choose the start date and we will work from there.  

Our walks are only offered between April and September, giving better daylight hours and safer walking conditions for you. 

 

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