The South West Coast of Wales
Discover the South West Coast of Wales including the coastlines of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. Plan a coastal nature trip, staycation or holiday with our curated guide.
Articles
Looking after the Carmarthenshire Coast
(National Trust)
16 Things To Do In The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park (+ Walks)
(Becky the Traveller)
24 hours on Skomer Island
(Visit Pembrokeshire)
Ssssh! Pembrokeshire’s secret beaches
(Visit Pembrokeshire)
Pembrokeshire Coast national park: a ranger’s guide
(The Guardian)
Best walks in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
(Countryfile)
Ten unbelievable views along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path
(OS GetOutside)
Sixty years of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
(BBC Archive)
Useful Websites
Carmarthenshire
Beaches, Coves & Coastline
This is Carmarthenshire. Carmarthenshire’s coast is stunningly beautiful, whichever section you visit…
Carmarthenshire’s Coastal Guide
Have your own adventure in coastal Carmarthenshire, choosing from high-octane thrills, scenic coastal walks…
Best beaches in Carmarthenshire
List of the top 10 beaches in Carmarthenshire as selected by the users of the Beach Guide website.
Walks – Carmarthenshire & Gower
Here are a few of our favourites walks and recommendations showing off the best of the Welsh coastline…
Wales Coast Path – Carmarthenshire
The Carmarthenshire stretch of the Wales coastal path takes you on a journey back in time…
Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire National Park, Coast
Lots of information and articles at the official National Parks website covering wildlife watching, walking, beaches and much more.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority
The PCNP is a special place and needs careful management to look after it. At the National Park Authority we’re charged with keeping the Park special.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Wikipedia page with a good description of the landscape and linked pages covering the beaches.
Pembrokeshire Marine Code
The Marine Code protects the amazing marine flora and fauna for which Pembrokeshire is renowned…
Pembrokeshire Coast Path – Visit Pembs.
Visit Pembrokeshire presents the walks in one day walk sections and coast path facts as well as a general overview.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path
The National Trails website provides inspiration, news, information and details to help you plan your visit.
Pembrokeshire’s coast and countryside
The National Trust is lucky enough to care for 60 miles of Pembrokeshire’s coastline…
Friends of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park – FPCNP
Independent voluntary charity, founded in 1991, to help to protect, conserve and enhance the Coastal Park…
Islands On The Coast Of Pembs.
The Pembrokeshire coast is dotted with many diverse islands providing perfect wildlife spotting opportunities…
Wales Coast Path / Pembrokeshire
Home to the iconic and world-class landscape of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and wildlife rich islands…
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Rural Retreats on the Pembrokeshire Coast
Rural Retreats has 100’s of charming cottages on the British Coast with sea views. At time of writing there are 3 on the stunning Pembrokeshire Coast. A 2 bed on the flanks of the Preseli Hills enjoying panoramic coastal views, and a 3 or 5 bed on a quiet cobbled street in Tenby 80 yards from a beach and near the harbour.
Haven Coastal Holiday Parks
Family friendly pitches for camping and touring, and self-catering chalets and lodges. With all the necessary facilities on site you’ve the freedom to explore the coast and sandy beaches all day without having to hunt for supplies. With 3 sites on the stunning Pembrokeshire coast and 1 near Cardigan Bay on the Ceredigion coast find a holiday to remember.
Carmarthen Bay & Gower: Wales Coast Path: Tenby to Swansea
Everything walkers need to walk and enjoy the Wales Coast Path. Written by outdoor professionals, these authorative guidebooks give long-distance and local walkers what they need to explore the coast path with confidence.
Pembrokeshire : Wales Coast Path: Cardigan to Amroth
Everything walkers need to walk and enjoy the Wales Coast Path. Written by outdoor professionals, these authorative guidebooks give long-distance and local walkers what they need to explore the coast path with confidence.
Also see: The Countryside of South Wales.