Pembrokeshire Coast: Tenby to St Davids & Strumble Head

Tenby – Stackpole – Barafundle Bay – Bosherston – Broad Haven – Solva – St Davids – Strumble Head

Road Trip Itinerary Overview

Follow the spectacular coastal fringe of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Starting at the medieval walled harbor town of Tenby with its colorful Georgian townhouses, the road curves through the National Trust Stackpole Estate to the pristine turquoise bay of Barafundle. Walk past the water lilies of Bosherston Lakes to St Govan's cliff chapel, head through St Brides Bay to the fjord-like fishing village of Solva, visit Britain's smallest cathedral city St Davids, and culminate at the dramatic ocean headland of Strumble Head Lighthouse.

Britain's only truly coastal national park, exploring pastel harbour towns, world-famous sandy bays, sea cathedrals, and rugged lighthouses.

Key Waypoints & Scenic Stops Along the Route

1. Tenby Harbour & Caldey Island View
2. Stackpole Estate & Barafundle Bay
3. Bosherston Lily Ponds & St Govan's Chapel
4. Broad Haven & St Brides Bay
5. Solva Fjord-like Harbour
6. St Davids Cathedral & Bishop's Palace
7. Strumble Head Lighthouse

Recommended Places to Stay & Overnight Stops

• 🏨 Penally Abbey Hotel, Tenby (Accommodation):
• 🏨 Twr y Felin Hotel, St Davids (Accommodation):

Roadside Dining, Historic Pubs & Places to Eat

• 🍴 The Stackpole Inn (Pembrokeshire Crab Cakes & Welsh Black Steaks):
• 🍴 The Cambrian Inn, Solva (Solva Lobster, Mussels & Craft Beers):
• 🍴 The Mill Cafe, Trefin (Welsh Rarebit, Homemade Chowder & Cakes):

EV Charging Stations & Rapid Hubs

• ⚡ Fastned Tenby Salterns:
• ⚡ SWARCO St Davids Oriel y Parc:

Fuel, Petrol Stations & Rest Services

• ⛽ Pembroke Dock Fuel Plaza:
• ⛽ Haverfordwest Bypass Services (A40):

Essential Driving Tips & Seasonal Advice

• Barafundle Bay has no road access; park at Stackpole Quay and enjoy the lovely half-mile clifftop walk.
• St Govan's Chapel is reached down 52 steep stone steps carved directly into the cliff edge; hold the handrail tightly.
• Strumble Head is one of the best locations in the UK for watching porpoises and migrating seabirds; bring binoculars.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Pembrokeshire Coast: Tenby to St Davids & Strumble Head road trip and what are the main stops?

Pembrokeshire Coast: Tenby to St Davids & Strumble Head covers 75 miles (120 km) over 2-3 Days, rated Easy. It starts at Tenby and finishes at Strumble Head, passing through Tenby Harbour & Caldey Island View, Stackpole Estate & Barafundle Bay, Bosherston Lily Ponds & St Govan's Chapel, Broad Haven & St Brides Bay, Solva Fjord-like Harbour, St Davids Cathedral & Bishop's Palace, Strumble Head Lighthouse.

Where are the EV charging stations on Pembrokeshire Coast: Tenby to St Davids & Strumble Head?

Fastned Tenby Salterns: Fast EV charging available. SWARCO St Davids Oriel y Parc: Fast EV charging available.

Where are the best places to stay along Pembrokeshire Coast: Tenby to St Davids & Strumble Head?

Penally Abbey Hotel, Tenby (Stay): Twr y Felin Hotel, St Davids (Stay):