Walk the Parrog to Nevern loop.
This walk takes in some stunning riverside and valley trails and can take 6 or more hours, depending on time out for refreshments.
Starting at Parrog in Newport, follow the coastal path east towards the Iron Bridge – there are lovely views across to Newport Sands along this section. Look out for Oyster Catchers and Egrets feeding in the mud flats.
At the Iron Bridge, cross over to the northern bank of the Nevern Estuary and look for the gate into the first field on your right, this will take you onto the Llwybr Pwll Cornel (Corner Pool Path) en route towards Llwyngwair Manor. There is a good chance to spot Herons and even catch a glimpse of a Kingfisher along this section of footpath.
At the back of the Manor, the path splits – head right for the Nevern path.
At the house, follow the footpath bearing left to once again join the river bank and head along the wooded valley side. You’ll pass a few more houses before heading along a steep ravine to the carved cross near the road down to Nevern.
In Nevern, you can visit the old motte and bailey castle, the church with its Celtic Cross and bleeding yew, and or pop into the Trewern Arms for some refreshments.
The return journey takes you along a path known locally as Sandy Lane – this path starts at the gate near the bridge in Nevern. Follow it through the field and into the woodland beyond. Some 3/4 of a mile later, you will pop out on the lane behind Llwyngwair Manor – turn right here to head back towards the house you passed earlier (or head into the Manor for refreshments). Take the unmetalled lane (on the left), cross over the bridge, and turn left at the house you passed by earlier en route to Nevern. You can retrace your route back along Llwybr Pwll Cornel or head right along the other footpath towards Berry Hill Farm – this route brings you out onto the road from Newport to Newport Sands Beach. Turn left to head back to Newport and the Iron Bridge. From here you can retrace your route back to Parrog.
A full day hiking in Pembrokeshire with a fully qualified guide.
Into the West are a local company that offer full day guided hiking trips in Pembrokeshire.
Starting in St Davids, enjoy a day hiking in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park without the risk of getting lost by going with a guide. Meet your guide at an agreed location, and head out to explore coastal paths, beautiful beaches, and fishing villages.
Go at your own pace, as this is a private hike, so you don’t need to worry about getting ahead of or behind a group. Boots and waterproof equipment can be supplied if required, and beginners and experienced hikers are welcome.
You can book via the Viator website.
A day of historic sites in north Pembrokeshire.
There are many historic sites in and around Newport, but for this day out, we will concentrate on four Megalithic sites. These being Llech y Drybedd, Pentre Ifan, Cerrig y Gof, and then Carreg Coetan Arthur.
Llech y Drybedd is situated in the corner of a field en route to Moylegrove. Its situation is quite remarkable with spectacular views across the whole of the Preseli Hills – more on Llech y Drybedd…
Pentre Ifan – the finest and largest known example of a cromlech (dolmen) in the UK, also commands a spectacular location. More on Pentre Ifan…
Cerrig y Gof is situated in a field en route to Dinas Cross, and requires some pretty good nerve to reach – you will need to walk some 200 metres along a main road to view it. More on Cerrig y Gof…
Carreg Coetan Arthur is situated in a private cul-de-sac in Newport, and access is by foot only. More on Carreg Coetan Arthur here…
A day in the sea.
As Newport does not catch the best waves, we’re heading out of town for this day.
This is a day of two activities – fully guided surfing and coasteering.
You can choose from some of Pembrokeshire’s most picturesque beaches; Freshwater West, Manorbier, Broad Haven, and Newgale for surfing, and the coasteering happens at Stackpole Quay.
Surfing includes – full Instruction from ISA Qualified Surf Instructors and Lifeguards, wetsuits (suitable for the season), boots & gloves (only during early Spring or late Autumn), and surfboards (suitable for ability level).
And coasteering includes – wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet & safety equipment.
Book surfing here…
And Coasteering here…
Follow our Art trail to find some great artists and makers.
Alice Tennant is a painter and has a gallery in Nevern which is open from March to October (by appointment at other times). She mostly paints local watercolour scenes with her own special take on them.
Eifion Thomas is a blacksmith working from his studio / forge in Dinas Cross, and has a good selection of hand made ornaments and metal work available in his shop.
Coast & Wild are also based in Dinas Cross, and are practically next door to Eifion’s forge – they create a range of fine art prints from pressed seaweeds they forage locally, and they also have a selection of local map prints recreated from original vintage maps.
If that’s not enough, you can also pop into The Gallery yr Oriel in Newport, for a host of art created by many local artists, crafts people and sculptors.
A day on the coastal path.
Newport is perfectly situated to take in two absolutely stunning sections of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, and being on a bus route allows for a relaxing return journey.
At around 14 miles – the Newport to Poppit section is the longer of the two, and also the more remote of the two – the only part of this walk that brings you near to civilisation is the small but dramatic bay at Ceibwr, for the rest of the walk it’s just you, the fields, the cliffs and the sea.
The Fishguard route is some 12 miles long and takes you through more coves. At Cwm-yr-Eglwys (toilets & seasonal ice-cream van) you can decide to take the Dinas Island route (2.5 miles), or the shorter (half mile) flat route through the valley to Pwllgwaelod (toilets and pub). A steep climb then tales you onto the last leg towards Fishguard.
Buses can be caught at the end of both routes – the Fflecsi Poppit Rocket bus service operates from 7am to 7pm Monday to Saturday, and 9am to 5pm on Sundays. Call 0300 234 0300 to book.
A day at the beach.
It’s not difficult to spend a day at the beach at Newport, the only problem you might have, is deciding which beach to spend it at.
Nearby you can choose from Parrog or Newport Sands – both have amenities at hand, and both have cafés too.
Further afield, at Dinas Cross you can choose from Cwm-yr-Eglwys and Pwllgwaelod which are just a half mile walk from each other. At Pwllgwaelod there are toilets and a pub, and at Cwm-yr-Eglwys there is a seasonal ice-cream van and toilets.
If a more remote beach day is required, then Aber Rhigian, Aberfforest and Aber Bach are sure to delight – no amenities, and access only on foot, make all three beaches a great wild beach experience.
