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Walking in Pembrokeshire
40 circular walks in and around the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Guidebook describing 40 circular walks in the Pembrokeshire National Park, including the Preseli Hills, the Daugleddau and walks on the Pembrokeshire Coast. Walks range from 2 to 12 miles and are suitable for beginners or experienced hikers. A helpful route summary table makes it easy to choose your next walk, and information on tides, terrain, and weather is also included.
Seasons
Pembrokeshire offers delightful walking at any time of the year but highlights include: spring flowers and countless seabirds; summer days on the beaches; autumn colours and seals. Winters are generally mild but snow occasionally visits high ground and coastal storms can be ferocious.Centres
Tenby, Pembroke, Narberth, Haverfordwest, St David's, Fishguard, CardiganDifficulty
The routes, which range from 2 to 12 miles, are suitable for beginners or experienced hikers. There are some steep climbs and descents, and exposed cliff-tops require care, but navigation is not challenging.Must See
The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park has spectacular cliffs and superb beaches. Unspoilt inland gems including the expansive Preseli hills, the unfrequented upper Daugleddau, superb woodlands as well as fine churches, castles, industrial heritage sites and prehistoric relics.-
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A guidebook to 40 circular day walks in Pembrokeshire. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Preseli Hills and Daugleddau the walks are suitable for all abilities, from gentle strolls to more strenuous and demanding walks.
The walks range in length from 3–20km (2–12 miles) and take between 1–7 hours to complete, perfect for either a short stroll or a full day out.
- 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk
- Detailed information on refreshments, public transport and toilets is given for each walk
- Easy access from Cardigan, Haverfordwest and Tenby
- Local points of interest are featured including Carew Castle
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By Dennis Kelsall
Dennis and Jan Kelsall have long held a passion for countryside and hill walking. Since their first Cicerone title was published in 1995, they have written, contributed and illustrated over 50 guides to some of Britain’s most popular walking areas and have become regular contributors to various outdoor magazines. Their enjoyment of the countryside extends far beyond a love of fresh air, open spaces and scenery. Over the years Dennis and Jan have developed a wider interest in the environment, its geology and wildlife, as well as an enthusiasm for delving into local history, which so often provides clues to interpreting the landscape.
View author profileBy Jan Kelsall
Dennis and Jan Kelsall have long held a passion for countryside and hill walking. Since their first Cicerone title was published in 1995, they have written around 35 guides to some of Britain’s most popular walking areas and have become regular contributors to various outdoor magazines. Their enjoyment of the countryside extends far beyond a love of fresh air, open spaces and scenery. Over the years Dennis and Jan have developed a wider interest in the environment, its geology and wildlife, as well as an enthusiasm for delving into local history, which so often provides clues to interpreting the landscape.
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