Coasteering Pembrokeshire
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Guide To Coasteering Pembrokeshire
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Coasteering Pembrokeshire
The Pembrokeshire National Park is a fantastic place to go coasteering. The combination of beautiful scenery, rugged coastline, historical sights and variety of wildlife make it a unique coasteering environment. The Lonely Planet Travel Guide describes coasteering in Pembrokeshire as one of the world’s best adventures. National Geographic describes the Pembrokshire coastline as one of the most stunning coastline locations to visit in the world. The coast is unique, and since it is Atlantic facing the swell, surf and waves can be wild and exciting. The coastal exposure has led to some fantastic geographical formations to explore including numerous gullies, coves and hidden caves.
If you want a coastal experience with a difference, you should try coasteering in Pembrokeshire. The Pembrokeshire National Park is the only coastal National Park in Britain. It’s clean, unspoilt and the rock formations lend themselves to a fantastic coasteering experience. There are high natural jumps with vertical cliffs, an abundance of coves and caves, and tons of flora and fauna.
There are plenty of coasteering venues in the area, the most popular ones being located on the St David’s Peninsula and the South Coast. Your coasteering guide will then help identify the best route for you.
Coasteering Pembrokeshire around St Davids
Coasteering has it’s home in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. In 1986 TYF was the first commercial coasteering operator taking coasteering parties out in St Davids. TYF have now been joined by several other coasteering operators including Celtic Quest coasteering, and Preseli Ventures. The major focus point for coasteering in Pembrokeshire is the rugged and picturesque coastline between St Davids and Fishguard. There are also coasteering operations though as far North as Cardigan and as far South as Stackpole Quay.
A hugely popular coasteering venue along this stretch of coastline is The Blue Lagoon at Abereiddi. The Blue Lagoon used to be a slate quarry in use until around 1910. It was flooded once quarrying operations ceased. Sights relating to the history of the quarry remain today. You can still see workmen’s cottages, the foreman’s house and the gunpower store. Adrenaline junkies will love the ten metre leap off the top of the quarry. It’s an exhilarating jump for any new or seasoned coasteering participant.
Coasteering Pembrokeshire around Barafundle Bay
Barafundle Bay is also part of the National Trust’s Stackpole Estate. The bay is sandy, curved and on an east-facing part of the Pembrokeshire coastline. At the end of the Barafundle Bay on the headland, are several stunning coastal arch features supported with rock stacks. The arches are quite magnificent and remind you of a church or cathedral. It is possible to access Stackpole Quay from Barafundle Bay along the popular coasteering routes.
Coasteering Pembrokeshire around Stackpole Quay
Stackpole Quay is a quaint human-made harbour inlet which is part of the National Trust’s Stackpole estate. The Quay is nestled in amongst the cliffs and is a favourite venue for coasteering, where it’s possible to explore the caves and cliffs. At low tide, a stony beach appears at Stackpole Quay. There’s a multitude of coastal wildlife including Fulmar colonies, shags, razorbills and house martins. The cliffs and stack are a known breeding ground for these bird species.
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