Pembrokeshire Guide Book
Sightseeing
From the property, walk out of Middlewalls Lane and follow the village downhill, keep following the windy road of the village, pass the local newsagents on your left and keep going, you will pass the village church on your right and shortly after you will see Penally Court Farm on your left accessible through a steel gate. Pass through the farm court using the passenger gate, don't forget to wave to the horses if they are in the paddock.
Cross the main road and follow the path directly infront, cross the railway tracks and head towards the golf course ahead. Keep following the path through the golf course, this will take you to the beach. Or head right around the golf course to walk up onto Giltar headland.
Once you arrive at the beach, your options are to head Giltar Head on your right where you will find stunning coastal path views or head left on the beach towards Tenby. Once you reach Tenby you will be met by the South Beach Bar and Grill as well as some coffee and ice cream options. You can also continue walking up the cliff into Tenby town to seek out shops, cafes and restaurants.
Penally
From the property, walk out of Middlewalls Lane and follow the village downhill, keep following the windy road of the village, pass the local newsagents on your left and keep going, you will pass the village church on your right and shortly after you will see Penally Court Farm on your left accessible through a steel gate. Pass through the farm court using the passenger gate, don't forget to wave to the horses if they are in the paddock.
Cross the main road and follow the path directly infront, cross the railway tracks and head towards the golf course ahead. Keep following the path through the golf course, this will take you to the beach. Or head right around the golf course to walk up onto Giltar headland.
Once you arrive at the beach, your options are to head Giltar Head on your right where you will find stunning coastal path views or head left on the beach towards Tenby. Once you reach Tenby you will be met by the South Beach Bar and Grill as well as some coffee and ice cream options. You can also continue walking up the cliff into Tenby town to seek out shops, cafes and restaurants.
A ten minute drive from Penally, Coppet Hall beach has a pay and display car park, from here you can walk South to Saundersfoot beach or North via the beach or cliff tunnels to reach Wisemans Bridge. Lots of easy walking with plenty of places to stop for food and drink.
93 locals recommend
Saundersfoot
A ten minute drive from Penally, Coppet Hall beach has a pay and display car park, from here you can walk South to Saundersfoot beach or North via the beach or cliff tunnels to reach Wisemans Bridge. Lots of easy walking with plenty of places to stop for food and drink.
Tenby has three beautiful beaches; South Beach, North Beach and Castle Beach as well as the Harbour.
South Beach is the beach that adjoins Penally Beach. Amenities include parking (pay & display), toilets, showers, restaurant and beach hut serving coffee & ice creams.
Castle Beach can be accessed via town through the castle walls, or when the tide is low you can walk around the cliff from South Beach to Castle Beach. The water is often calmer at Castle Beach than it's neighbour South. St Catherine's Island stands proud of Castle Beach and creates a beautiful little bay on the North side of the beach which is typically crystal clear and calm. The boat to Caldey Island does however moor from here when the tide is low or on rougher sea days.
North Beach adjoins Tenby Harbour, boasting a large stretch of sand although due to the high tide the sand is often firmer than Castle or South. The sea is typically very calm and perfect for swimming, when the tide is high the sea remains shallow for a very long way out which is great for warmer water temperatures.
Tenby Harbour provides an iconic and stunning view of Tenby, one of the best views is from Cafe Vista's balcony if you are lucky enough to get a seat - there are only three small cafe style tables.
283 locals recommend
Tenby
Tenby has three beautiful beaches; South Beach, North Beach and Castle Beach as well as the Harbour.
South Beach is the beach that adjoins Penally Beach. Amenities include parking (pay & display), toilets, showers, restaurant and beach hut serving coffee & ice creams.
Castle Beach can be accessed via town through the castle walls, or when the tide is low you can walk around the cliff from South Beach to Castle Beach. The water is often calmer at Castle Beach than it's neighbour South. St Catherine's Island stands proud of Castle Beach and creates a beautiful little bay on the North side of the beach which is typically crystal clear and calm. The boat to Caldey Island does however moor from here when the tide is low or on rougher sea days.
North Beach adjoins Tenby Harbour, boasting a large stretch of sand although due to the high tide the sand is often firmer than Castle or South. The sea is typically very calm and perfect for swimming, when the tide is high the sea remains shallow for a very long way out which is great for warmer water temperatures.
Tenby Harbour provides an iconic and stunning view of Tenby, one of the best views is from Cafe Vista's balcony if you are lucky enough to get a seat - there are only three small cafe style tables.
Caldey Island is a small island habited by monks in the monastery as well as a small population of locals. You can easily see the island from Tenby. The monks of Caldey Island produce their own delicious chocolate and fudge as well as soaps and fragrance, all of which you can buy from a couple of shops in Tenby or if you visit the island yourself. A visit to Caldey Island is a brilliant day out for the whole family, although it is very popular in the summer weeks and therefore we recommend you book your trip in advance by purchasing boat tickets from one of the retail huts at the harbour. You may even be lucky enough to spot dolphins on the boat trip across to the island.
76 locals recommend
Caldey Island
Caldey Island is a small island habited by monks in the monastery as well as a small population of locals. You can easily see the island from Tenby. The monks of Caldey Island produce their own delicious chocolate and fudge as well as soaps and fragrance, all of which you can buy from a couple of shops in Tenby or if you visit the island yourself. A visit to Caldey Island is a brilliant day out for the whole family, although it is very popular in the summer weeks and therefore we recommend you book your trip in advance by purchasing boat tickets from one of the retail huts at the harbour. You may even be lucky enough to spot dolphins on the boat trip across to the island.
25 minute drive required to start your walk around Bosherston Lily Ponds, very scenic loop walk through woodland and around the ponds ending at Bosherston Beach. Approx 2 hours, but you could take longer.
59 locals recommend
Bosherston
25 minute drive required to start your walk around Bosherston Lily Ponds, very scenic loop walk through woodland and around the ponds ending at Bosherston Beach. Approx 2 hours, but you could take longer.
Activities
Tenby Watersports run from North Beach. Their Jetski tour often takes you around Caldey Island with amazing views of Tenby to be enjoyed on the way back.
16 locals recommend
Tenby Watersports
3 Castle SquareTenby Watersports run from North Beach. Their Jetski tour often takes you around Caldey Island with amazing views of Tenby to be enjoyed on the way back.
Wake park and Inflatable water park, a great day out for some water based activities. Fun for both children and adults. Restaurant on site. Booking required.
41 locals recommend
Pembrokeshire Wake Park
Cott LaneWake park and Inflatable water park, a great day out for some water based activities. Fun for both children and adults. Restaurant on site. Booking required.
Local surf school, you can arrange lessons. Best beach for surf at the time will be recommended, could be up to 30 - 40 minute drive required. All equipment provided. Great fun day out!
16 locals recommend
Outer Reef Surf School
Upper Lamphey RoadLocal surf school, you can arrange lessons. Best beach for surf at the time will be recommended, could be up to 30 - 40 minute drive required. All equipment provided. Great fun day out!
A day out for Children, 15 / 20 minute drive from Penally. Lots of animals and activities to fill a whole day out.
289 locals recommend
Folly Farm
A day out for Children, 15 / 20 minute drive from Penally. Lots of animals and activities to fill a whole day out.
A wildlife experience, day out for children and adults. Book animal experiences where you can get up close to some of the animals. The park works with endangered species.
124 locals recommend
Manor Wildlife Park
A wildlife experience, day out for children and adults. Book animal experiences where you can get up close to some of the animals. The park works with endangered species.
Food scene
Wood fired pizzas, a great choice for dining in or take-out. Basic restaurant but very good pizzas. Don't forget to ask what the special is.
26 locals recommend
Top Joe's
Upper Frog StreetWood fired pizzas, a great choice for dining in or take-out. Basic restaurant but very good pizzas. Don't forget to ask what the special is.
Walking distance from Piako, Penally Abbey is a boutique hotel/B&B with a nice restaurant for special occasions. Booking is required.
10 locals recommend
Penally Abbey Hotel Ltd
Walking distance from Piako, Penally Abbey is a boutique hotel/B&B with a nice restaurant for special occasions. Booking is required.
Local bakery in Tenby, pre-order picnic/graze boxes, cakes made for birthdays. Or visit for fresh bread, tarts, salads etc. Good coffee too. Very small garden area at the back with a few seats but mainly take-out.
18 locals recommend
Loafley Bakery & Deli
Upper Frog StreetLocal bakery in Tenby, pre-order picnic/graze boxes, cakes made for birthdays. Or visit for fresh bread, tarts, salads etc. Good coffee too. Very small garden area at the back with a few seats but mainly take-out.
Best views in Tenby to enjoy with a coffee. Greek stew, greek salad, continental breakfast options. You will need to be lucky to get a seat on the balcony.
28 locals recommend
Caffè Vista
3 Crackwell StBest views in Tenby to enjoy with a coffee. Greek stew, greek salad, continental breakfast options. You will need to be lucky to get a seat on the balcony.
Beautiful setting looking over Saundersfoot bay, if you get good weather there is a nice big patio outside to enjoy the view.
14 locals recommend
St Bride's Spa Hotel
Beautiful setting looking over Saundersfoot bay, if you get good weather there is a nice big patio outside to enjoy the view.
Bistro restaurant in Tenby, nice vibe for evening meal. Limited outdoor seating.
15 locals recommend
The Baytree
Tudor SquareBistro restaurant in Tenby, nice vibe for evening meal. Limited outdoor seating.
Beach hut on Freshwater West Beach, a good day out with good homecooked food. Often queues in the height of the season.
39 locals recommend
Cafe Môr - The Pembrokeshire Beachfood Company
Beach hut on Freshwater West Beach, a good day out with good homecooked food. Often queues in the height of the season.