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Cycling east to St Govens Head, Saundersfoot

Monkstone Beach near Saundersfoot

Saundersfoot Tourist Information Pembrokeshire Wales

Saundersfoot just north of Tenby on the Pembrokeshire coast is a quieter attractive fishing village type base still within easy reach of bustling Tenby if you want to dip in. The beaches here are glorious too, and less crowded in the peak summer season. Officially a Pembrokeshire seaside resort of character, Saundersfoot has a fascinating history, evolving from woodland hunting ground for Earls of Pembrokeshire to bustling industrial centre on the discovery of precious anthracite coal in the area.

Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre, The Barbecue, The Harbour, Saundersfoot. SA69 9HE Tel: 01834 813672. For Colby Woodland Garden, Amroth, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8PP. Tel: 01834 811885, see National Trust weblink right for details.

Saundersfoot Tourist Guide Pembrokeshire

At one time the little harbour you see today in Saundersfoot was shipping out around 30,000 tons of anthracite coal annually from it's shores. This attractive Pembrokeshire town come village has come full circle in a way, starting life as a fishing village then back round to a quiet seaside resort.

Saundersfoot's biggest attraction is it's choice of golden sandy beaches, each with it's own character. It's an eventful location, with an annual Vintage Motorcycle Rally every mid-September (see the Saundersfoot Run weblink right for details), and the town benefits from a pretty promenade, numerous specialist shops including some delightful vintage/Celtic jewellery shops and plenty of bars, restaurants and arts and crafts as well as attractive accommodation.

Saundersfoot is a popular base with walkers looking to hook into the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The 186 mile Pembrokeshire Coast Path begins nearby at Amroth, and the stunning Colby Woodland Gardens is also nearby. Owned by the National Trust, Colby Woodland Garden has one of the best collections of azaleas and rhododendrons in Wales with some charming wooded pathways.

Saundersfoot harbour area is a real focal point, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy boat trips, learning to sail and watersports. Saundersfoot Sailing Club is based here (see weblink right).

Saundersfoot & Amroth Beach Guide Pembrokeshire

The choice of beautiful beaches at Saundersfoot pulls in the visitors. Saundersfoot's main hugh south east facing beach is a blue flag beach, with calm sheltered waters offering safe bathing for families. Watersports are available, with good disabled access, toilets and lifeguard service from June to September.

Sitting adjacent to Saundersfoot's main blue flag beach is the smaller Coppit Hall sandy beach which at low tide reveals rock pools. Both kitesurfing and windsurfing are popular watersports on Coppit Hall Beach, and there are toilets and parking available. Canoeing is also favoured on this Saundersfoot Beach.

If you really like rockpools then head for Wisemans Bridge beach, a mix of pebble and sand. There's a nice pub and restaurant right on the beach here, plus Wisemans Bridge is a dog friendly beach and a good spot for walking the dog.

Amroth beach is another blue flag beach perfect for families as it's nicely sheltered with adjacent parking. This beach sits at the eastern end of the Pembrokeshire National Park and coast path! Other beaches at Saundersfoot include Glen beach on the western side of Saundersfoot's main beach. Glen beach is totally covered at high tide. Finally Monkstone beach is the least accessible of all the Saundersfoot beaches. You need to take a path down the cliff face from Trevayne Farm near New Hedges to reach Monkstone. Perfect for getting away from the crowds this stunning golden sandy beach has no facilities and is not ideal for families or visitors with disabilities.

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