Pembrokeshire
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Positives
- Multi-aspect breaks across 3 peninsulas
- Always offshore somewhere
- Super-consistent Freshwater West
- Beautiful, unspoilt coastal national park
Negatives
- Exposed spots often blown-out
- Many spots need big SW-W winter swells
- Some difficult access and MOD restrictions
- Slow, winding, narrow country lanes
Pembrokeshire surf travel guide
Pembrokeshire's coastal national park is a beautiful, unspoilt playground with many secluded bays set in deep, cliff-lined coves. The region's beauty lies in its geography, the three peninsulas offer a wealth of options with breaks facing all points on the compass, as long as there's a big enough swell running then offshore waves will be breaking somewhere.
The main W facing beaches receive SW/W swell, are offshore with wind in the E quadrant and are a consistent bet. Whitesands is the main spot in North Pembrokeshire, popular with all kinds of surf craft, the beach has camping and good facilities. St Davids, the smallest city in the UK is a short drive away.
In South Pembrokeshire, Freshwater West is the main break, it's the site of frequent Welsh contests and yet the large beach remains refreshingly undeveloped.
Surf spots in Pembrokeshire
Research the 9 surf breaks in Pembrokeshire and discover what spots suit the current conditions.
Break lowdown
We’ve collated the wave data giving you a unique insight into the 9 breaks in Pembrokeshire.
When to go
Surf and weather statistics to help plan your surf trip to Pembrokeshire
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Visas
Since Brexit, unrestricted travel between the UK and the EU is over. The current system allows for visa free travel for up to 90/180 days a year. Beyond 90 days things get very complicated so check online for the details. US, Canada, OZ, NZ and some others follow the same 90-180 day rules. Most other countries need a visa before arrival. More info here
Getting There
A 3h30 train journey from Cardiff Airport to Haverfordwest, the central town in Pembrokshire. By bus connecting in Cardiff centre, it's a 6h journey to Pembrokeshire. By road it's around 2hrs. It's about 4 hours drive from Liverpool and Birmingham and 5 hours from London.
Getting Around
The River Cleddau creates a north south divide through Pembrokshire and its surf breaks. The road crosses the river at Pembroke Dock involving a 45min detour.
Public transport is not a viable option.
Accommodation
Holiday houses of every type are everywhere. Staying somewhere near consistent Freshwater West is the best bet as it also has quick access to some other key breaks to check when the winds shift more north.
Activities
Stunning coastal walks and coasteering for the more adventurous, multiple castles or a day trip out to Skomer island to see the seals and seabird colonies. Pub life!
Hazards & hassles
Standard hazards of cold water, crowds at the better spots and some rocks to look out for at many of the beaches
Handy Hints
It's about an hour from Tenby or Freshwater West to Whitesands Bay so the whole area is within quick access so you can make the most of the various swell and wind options, which is essential to get the best out of the area. Getting up early and/or walking away from car parks can mean low crowds.
Due to global pandemic, Visas, Getting There, Getting Around or Accommodation information and pricing may have changed. Always check Government Travel Advice before travelling.