A ten centre inn-to-inn, self-guided walking tour in Wales along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path from St Dogmaels to Dale in the Pembrokeshire National Park. 13 nights bed and breakfast accommodation, 12 days walking, luggage transfer, return to Haverfordwest rail station, guide book and maps.
Pembrokeshire, the Lands End of Wales, stretches its fingers far out towards the setting sun, a land of magic and mystery scattered with traces of bygone ages. Neolithic cromlechs stand on the headlands and Iron Age forts dot the hills, while St Davids mediaeval cathedral hides in its valley from the prying eyes of long-gone raiders. Here the coast is a birdwatchers paradise, where choughs and peregrines soar and guillemots and razorbills crowd on the cliff ledges. These tours follow the breathtaking twists and turns of the Coast Path. This Explore Britain tour travels through the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, along its finest section from St Dogmaels to Dale. You start along the wild and remote north coast, passing the dramatic inlet of Pwllderi, hymned by the poet Dewi Emrys, to reach Goodwick, scene of Britains last invasion in 1797. Along the way you wind in and out to reach the beach at Newport Sands and pass the soaring cliffs of Dinas Head. From St Davids, where Wales' patron saint founded his monastery around 500AD and the warm purple stone of the cathedral still exudes an intimacy lost by grander buildings you continue on to the tiny harbours of Porthclais and Solva. As you round the headland opposite the marine nature reserve of Skomer, keep a sharp eye out for seals and porpoises disporting themselves amongst the waves. You finish by Mill Bay, where Henry Tudor landed to claim the English throne in 1485 and your final night is in the delightful village of Dale.
You stop in country hotels, inns and guesthouses along the way, where accommodation is available in twin, double or single rooms, most but not all with private facilities. B & B and luggage transfer between the overnight stays is inclusive. Return to Haverfordwest rail station is included in the tour price.

This tour is operated by Explore Britain Walking based in County Durham in England.

START: Poppit Sands is about 35 miles north-east of Haverfordwest in Pembrokeshire.
FINISH: Dale is about 13 miles south-west of Haverfordwest.

DAY ONE: Arrival at Poppit Sands. You may arrive anytime after 3pm. If requiring dinner this is usually between 7pm - 9pm both in hotels (booked in advance) and pubs. Overnight at Poppit Sands, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY TWO: Walking from St. Dogmaels to Moylgrove. 11 miles (18km) and 1,800 feet of ascent. Today you start out on your journey along the coast path. You go round Cemaes Head and finish at the pretty village of Moylgrove. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Newport Sands, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY THREE: Walking from Moylgrove to Newport Sands. 9 miles (14km) and 1,600 feet of ascent. You now follow a spectacular section of the coastal path, with blowholes and natural arches and walk around Newport Sands. Dinner can be taken at either of the pubs in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Newport Sands, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY FOUR: Walking from Newport Sands to Fishguard. 15 miles (24km) and 1,000 feet of ascent. You walk past Dinas Island today and follow the coastal path westwards to finish at the ferryport of Fishguard. You will stay overnight here for two nights, so it may be a good time to arrange some laundry. Dinner can be taken at one of the pubs in the town (not included in tour price). Overnight at Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY FIVE: Walking from Fishguard to Trefasser. 10 miles (16km) and 800 feet of ascent. Today you will walk through Goodwick and out onto Strumble Head. On reaching Pwll Deri you head inland and telephone for a taxi to collect you. This will bring you back to Fishguard. Dinner can be taken at one of the pubs in the town (not included in tour price). Overnight at Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY SIX: Walking from Trefasser to Trefin. 10 miles (16km) and 1,800 feet of ascent. You will be taken back to Trefasser. You now follow the coast path past many sandy bays and prehistoric coastal forts and tiny hamlets. You finish at Trefin. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Trefin, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY SEVEN: Walking from Trefin to St Davids via Whitesands Bay. 11 miles (18km) and 1,500 feet of ascent. With some steep but fairly short ups and downs. This is another dramatic section of coast, the wildest section of the tour. You reach out into the St Davids Head and follow Whitesands Bay. Here you head inland to finish at the hotel in St Davids, where the atmospheric purple-stoned cathedral marks the spot where Wales' patron saint founded his monastery in 500AD. You will stay here two nights so you could arrange for laundry. Dinner can be taken at the hotel or one of the many pubs in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY EIGHT: Walking from St Davids Circular via Porth Clais. 11 miles (18km) and 1,500 feet of ascent. You return to Whitesands Bay and continue around the headland to Porth Clais and head inland again, back to St. Davids. Dinner can be taken at the hotel or one of the many pubs in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY NINE: Walking from St. Davids to Solva. 7.3 miles (11km) and 1,500 feet of ascent. You are return to the coast. Although today is short it is quite hilly, so take your time to admire the dramatic coastal scenery as you proceed to the ancient port of Solva, now just a tiny village. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Solva, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY TEN: Walking from Solva to Little Haven. 10.8 miles (18km) and 700 feet of ascent. You walk alongside fine coastal beaches to your accommodation at little Haven. Dinner can be taken at one of the pubs in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight Little Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY ELEVEN: Walking from Little Haven to Marloes. 8 miles (13km) and 250 feet of ascent. Today you are in and out around small headlands and sandy bays, all on a good coastal path. You finish the night at the guesthouse in Little Haven. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Marloes, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY TWELVE: Walking from Marloes circular. 8 miles (13km) and 250 feet of ascent. Today you stretch out along the peninsula to Martins Haven, all on a good coastal path. You finish by returning along the southern shore to Marloes Sands and then back to the village of Marloes. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Marloes, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY THIRTEEN: Walking from Marloes to Dale. 11 miles (18km) and 200 feet of ascent. This is mostly along level cliff top, with a few small ups and downs. You return to Marloes Sands and go around the sandstone cliffs of St Anns Head, with views out to the nature reserve of Skomer Island and finish at the guesthouse in Dale. Dinner can be taken at the pub in the village (not included in tour price). Overnight at Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales.

DAY FOURTEEN: Departure. The tour finishes from Dale after breakfast with transfer to Haverfordwest rail station.

GRADE C: Between 9 - 12 miles (14 - 20 kms) a day. Strong waterproof walking boots are desirable. You will start walking about 9:30am and finish at approx. 5pm. These grades are for guidance only. For any grade, depending on weather conditions, it may at times be damp underfoot, so waterproof boots are preferable.