St Davids Head Coastal Walk
St Davids, Pembrokeshire · Wales
Quick answer
St Davids Head Coastal Walk is a 5.5-mile section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path rounding the dramatic headland with views to Ramsey Island and the Pembrokeshire islands. Dogs are welcome off-lead on the open cliff sections. The Iron Age promontory fort adds historical interest. Best suited to medium and large dogs comfortable on exposed terrain.
Walk Starting Point
Distance
5.5 miles
Time
1h 50m - 2h 30m
Difficulty
Off-lead
Yes
Stiles
None
Parking
Available
Nearest pub
The Bishops, St Davids
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About this walk
The most westerly point of Wales offers some of Britain's finest coastal scenery. The route rounds the dramatic headland of St Davids Head with its Iron Age promontory fort and standing stones, with views to the Pembrokeshire islands and Ramsey Sound.
Walk highlights
- ✦St Davids Head Iron Age fort
- ✦Pembrokeshire islands views
- ✦Whitesands Bay beach
- ✦Standing stones and ancient monuments
Terrain
🗓 Seasonal notes
Spring puffins visible from the headland (binoculars useful). Summer can be busy at Whitesands Bay. Year-round coastal path access.
🅿️ Parking
Free parking at Whitesands Bay
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