An expert guide to Pembrokeshire

An expert guide to Pembrokeshire

GDecorate your home with a rug, throw or super soft lambswool blanket from one of the last remaining working factories in Wales, the Solva Woolen Millwho still use Dobcross looms designed in the 1800s.

When to go

Pembrokeshire is wilder and wetter during the winter months, with gusty westerly winds making it feel even colder at times. If you’re lucky, spring can be a great time to visit, with mild weather and beautifully bursting with blossoms and wildflowers everywhere.

Summer is best for camping trips and water activities such as swimming, surfing and coasteering, but as this is Wales you should still expect a shower. Avoid school holidays to get better deals and avoid the crowds. Autumn can be glorious, with the occasional golden day for peaceful walks in the Preseli Hills and along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.

Know before you go

Essential information

TOURIST OFFICE: visitpembrokeshire.com

Travel time: About five hours by train from London Paddington

Local Laws and Etiquette

There is a solid public transport network, with coastal buses connecting major cities and holiday destinations. There are a few different companies that serve different parts of the coast, including the Poppit Rocket and Puffin Shuttle. These run seven days a week from May to September, and twice a week at other times. View the bus timetable here