Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire occupies the far south-west corner of Wales and is home to Britain's only truly coastal national park, with a shoreline ranging from surf-battered cliffs to sheltered, family-friendly coves. Its beaches are the main draw, from wide surfing sands to quiet bays perfect for rock-pooling. Our guides pick out the county's finest beaches for families, couples and dogs alike, alongside hidden gems and standout places to visit, so every kind of traveller can find their ideal stretch of this glorious coast.

Best Beaches in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire's national park coast strings golden coves and wide surf beaches from Newgale to Swanlake and Skrinkle Haven, all traced by its coast path.

Best Hidden Gems in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire wraps south-west Wales in cliffs, coves and sea forts along its Coast Path: St Govan's Chapel, the Witches Cauldron and lonely Stack Rock Fort.

Best Places to Visit in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire wraps a dramatic coast around castles and cliffs, with best places to visit from the Blue Lagoon to Bullslaughter Bay and Llawhaden Castle.

Couples Beaches in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire keeps its best beaches half hidden, from Caerfai and Traeth Llyfn to Church Door Cove, quiet sands for two reached only down the coast path.

Dog-Friendly Beaches in Pembrokeshire

One of Britain's great walking coasts, Pembrokeshire gives a dog room to roam, from Freshwater West to Ceibwr Bay and Lydstep, on eight coast-path beaches.

Family Beaches in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire's coast is stitched with sandy bays and rocky coves, from Newgale and Marloes Sands to Porthselau, on eight beaches for a family day out.

What are the best family beaches in Pembrokeshire?

Broad, gently shelving sands with facilities nearby make the best family beaches, and Pembrokeshire has plenty. Our family beaches guide highlights those with easy parking, rock pools and lifeguard cover in season, so you can pick somewhere safe and stress-free for younger children.

Are dogs allowed on Pembrokeshire beaches?

Yes, though many popular beaches enforce seasonal dog bans, typically from 1 May to 30 September. Plenty remain dog-friendly year-round. Our dog-friendly beaches guide lists which sands welcome dogs in summer and which offer space to roam off-lead out of season.

What are the most romantic beaches in Pembrokeshire?

Quiet, scenic coves reached by a short walk make the most romantic spots, away from busy resorts. Our couples beaches guide points to secluded bays ideal for sunset strolls and picnics, perfect if you're after peace and dramatic coastal scenery rather than crowds.