Independent Walking
Independent Walking
Wonderfully Wild: North Pembrokeshire Coast
N orth Pembrokeshire ' s coastal path is part of a spectacular National Park, 240sq miles of breath-taking coast and countryside. The coast path winds its way over rugged cliffs, passed sandy beaches with views of rocky islands and rare wildlife. The coastline, with its volcanic headlands and glacial valleys, was designated a National Park in 1952 mainly because of its extraordinary variety of rock types and landforms; a unique coastal landscape that makes an ideal habitat for wildlife. Recognising how precious and vulnerable Britain ' s only truly coastal National Park is, the National Trust has bought many stretches of Pembrokeshire ' s coastline to protect it from unsuitable development. The coastline of the North is wild and rugged with steep drops and high cliffs, up to 550ft in places. The area is isolated with only small communities in small inlets, but regular coastal bus services enable you to get around with ease.
Walks: day-by-day
Independent Walking
Day 1: Arrival – Welcome and night at Fishguard
Day 2: Newport- Fishguard Bus to Newport. Today has exhilarating cliff top walking with isolated inlets. The headland Dinas Island is a highlight with amazing views in all directions and its charming little settlement of Cwm-yr-Eglwys. The curved beach of Pwll Gwylog is one of many delightful coves before reaching the old port of Lower Fishguard, the setting for the 1972 film version of Under Milk Wood starring Richard Burton. 12 miles( 19.3km), + 700m
Day 3: Fishguard- Pwll Deri Mostly high cliffs of volcanic origin in this relatively deserted section. Excellent cliff scenery from rocky outcrops. Heather and gorse abound, a dramatic blaze of colour in late summer. Highlights include the ferry port town of Goodwick, the wooded valley of Cwm Felin, Carregwastad Point, where the French landed over 200 years ago and Pwll Deri with its wonderful viewpoint. Transfer to Fishguard. 10 miles( 16km), + 425m
Day 4: Pwll Deri- Trefin Transfer to Pwll Deri. From the path above the bay of Pwll Deri there ' s a wild and impressive stretch of cliffs to the headland of Penbwchdy, where ' s there ' s magnificent views to St David ' s Head, Strumble and the iron age hill fort at Garn Fawr. Opportunities to visit the working woollen mill at Melin Tregwynt. and the burial chamber of Carreg Samson. 10 miles( 16km), + 470m
Day 5: Trefin- Whitesands After a gentle start leading to Porthgain, a small village and harbour, some very high dramatic cliffs lead down to the remote and secluded beach of Traeth Llyfn. An exciting section heads above high cliffs and beneath craggy volcanic outcrops. The wild and rocky peninsular of St David ' s Head abounds with archaeology. The section between Abereiddi and Whitesands beach feels wild and remote with hardly a building to be seen. Bus to St Davids. 12 miles( 19.5km) + 540m
Days 6: Whitesands- Solva Bus to Whitesands. A day of superb coastal scenery and slightly gentler climbs. The path takes you round the headland to St Justinians, where you ' ll have great views of Ramsey Island. After rounding the main headland the path snakes in and out giving new views each time and opening up to great views out across St Brides Bay to Skomer Island. You will pass St Non ' s Bay and Caerfai Bay, with its sheltered sandy beach. Journeys end is at Solva, a delightful little village. 13 miles( 20.9km), + 740m
Option 2 Whitesands- St Davids: A shorter day ' s walking that takes you back to St Davids via St Non ' s Bay. More time to explore St David ' s, Britain ' s smallest city with its Cathedral and Bishop ' s Palace. 9 miles( 14km)
Option 3 Boat trip: Take your pick from the various boat trips on offer, for example, you could take a trip around Ramsey Island and see porpoises, seals and seabirds. Book in St Davids.
Day 7 Departure- Holiday ends after breakfast
Price P / P See Price List or Web Site for details
Walking Profile
4 or 5 days self-guided walking. Walking on paths for the most part, which can be muddy in wet conditions. They are often reasonably close to high cliffs. Distances 16 – 21km. Some steep sections. Ascents up to 750m during the day. Average day: 18km, + 575m. This holiday is at the upper end of the moderate grade. Suitable for regular walkers, as well as fit and healthy novices.
♦ A spectacular National Park with breathtaking coastal scenery and countryside
♦ A wild rugged coastline with rich wildlife including rare plants and seals
♦ Exploring small coves with pretty villages, as well as many sites of historical and archaeological interest
♦ Exhilarating cliff top walking with amazing views
At a Glance
GUIDED / INDEPENDENT Price: Grade: Profile:
Dates: 1 May
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30 Sept
Accommodation
6 nights B & B in ensuite 2 person rooms( double or twin) in good quality guest houses or inns. They are often in historic buildings with charm and character and they are often rated 4 star by local tourist board
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Holiday Profile
6 nights: 4 or 5 days self-guided walking along the coast with transfers and buses to access accommodation on some days.
Included 6 nights accommodation on a B & B basis; Several taxi transfers( where bus times are not convenient), luggage transfers on 2 days, walking notes and OS maps
What’ s not included
Travel to Fishguard and from St Davids, local bus fares, all lunches & evening meals, drinks, entrance fees, travel insurance
Book now on + 44( 0) 7483 241 945 or visit www. highpointholidays. co. uk
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