Pembrokeshire, Wales’ southwestern corner, is a world unto itself – home to the best beaches, hidden coves, an array of charming traditional seaside resorts and inland areas of breathtaking beauty. But because it’s a fair old schlep from nearly everywhere else in the UK, it’s usually surprisingly uncrowded.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN PEMBROKESHIRE
Among the many outstanding Pembrokeshire beaches is the award-winning Whitesands Bay just west of St Davids, renowned both for its beauty and its surfing. Other stunners include Barafundle Bay, Tenby’s South Beach, Newgale Beach and Marloes Sands.
What is the main town in Pembrokeshire?
The county capital is the town Haverfordwest, but its most interesting one is actually Britain’s smallest city, St Davids. Fewer than 2,000 people live there, but it is home to the 12th-century St Davids Cathedral and there are many other listed ancient buildings and structures to discover, including the 14th-century Tower Gate and Celtic Old Cross as well as several art galleries. St Davids is a popular base for walking, too.
What is there to do in Pembrokeshire?
Water sports are big here, of course: sailing, surfing, windsurfing, kayaking and coasteering are all available. More sedate but no less thrilling are the many boat trips to islands to see puffins, migrating seabirds, dolphins, seals and even whales, depending on the time of year. Meanwhile, walkers are never short of an amble, including the long-distance Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, and cyclists have an an array of off-road routes to choose between, as well as the Pembrokeshire section of the Celtic Cycle Trail. And dotted all around the county are impressive castles, fascinating museums and some of the best Neolithic monuments in Britain.
Where are the best places to stay in Pembrokeshire?
Many of the best hotels in Pembrokeshire occupy old priories, abbeys and castles oozing history charm, but you can also count on modern amenities such as a spa or treatment rooms, e-bike hire and the like. And most have cosy restaurants or upscale dining rooms where you can feast on delicious ingredients from Pembrokeshire land- and seascapes.
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