Barafundle bay pembrokeshire

A small bay backed by dunes and pine trees, accessible only by a half mile walk from the nearest car park. The beach, which was their private beach, was owned by the Cawdor family of Stackpole Court. Barafundle bay “ ! Then all of a sudden everybody wanted to give it an award and the secret was out.

Pembrokeshire Coast.

The pristine beach is managed by the National. Trust, and it has been voted as one of the best beaches in Britain, more than. Part of the attraction.

It’s easy to make comparisons to that of a Mediterranean location. East facing and well sheltered from any winds, this is an ideal hideaway spot. Only accessible on foot, it has the air of an undiscovered gem. Stackpole Quay itself is a tiny harbour used by local fishermen and small pleasure boats.

Nearby Broadhaven South is a great family-friendly beach, close to its adjacent car park whilst Freshwater West has become synonymous with a surfers paradise.

Please choose your location from the nearest places to : Suggested places. Beach forecast and tide times Find a forecast. Freshwater East, 1½ miles away, has a large beach, public slipway and water sports centre. Dogs by arrangement.

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Fulmars glide the cliffs, kept aloft by the thermals which provide an effortless source of lift, waders and seagulls range the tideline and there is always the chance of a glimpse of a pererine falcon or a gannet diving offshore, one of the 30residents of distant Grassholm rock. The bay is only accessible by walking the coast path which provides exceptional views of the unspoilt coastal scenery. It is approached by single track country lanes.

It boasts golf courses, a host of watersports, beaches of.

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We started our walk at Stackpole quay, a delightful little bay now used by fishermen. It is painted on Bockingford Watercolour paper.

Perhaps it's the combination of remoteness (there is no car access) and the almost Mediterranean beauty of the turquoise waters, soft yellow sands and emerald tree lined shore that makes it so special. This place regularly comes out top in best beach guides and has been voted in the top dozen beaches in the world!

To be honest we thought it pleasant enough but not fantastic – but then we are not ‘beach people’. It is accessed from the path by some steepish steps and is certainly very sheltered and has beautiful sands.

The beach is safe for swimming and is popular with families, surfers, anglers, body-boarders and canoeists.