Activities in and around Newport, Pembrokeshire
Find great things to do in and around Newport
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Within 15 minutes drive of Newport
Feud Hall at Llwyngwair Manor
From Newport: 1 mile- Llwyngwair Manor has North Pembrokeshire's Newest Attractions
- River Bank Adventure Golf
- Duckpin Bowling - Indoors, ideal for rainy days
- Darts, American pool, table tennis and more...
- Walk to us from Newport along the new Poacher's Path from the Iron Bridge
- Licenced Bar and Restaurant with plenty of outdoor seating with great views of Carningli
- Call 01239 820498 for more info and to book ahead
- What3words: ///dancer.lame.amicably
Newport Memorial Hall
From Newport: 0 miles- Functions & Weddings
- Live music venue
- Location of Newport Medieval Kiln
- Situated at end of West Street
- What3words: ///breezy.arise.hilltop
Canolfan Bethlehem, Newport
From Newport: 0 miles- Welsh Heritage
- Culture & Arts Centre
- History talks, as well as cultural activities
- Situated on Upper West Street / Upper Bridge Street
- What3words: ///arrived.straws.motivates
The Old School / Yr Hen Ysgol Community Hub, Dinas Cross
From Newport: 3 miles- Functions / room hire
- Variety of weekly clubs and events
- Situated in the centre of Dinas opposite the service station
- What3words: ///jingles.sized.anchors
Newport Sands Golf Course
From Newport: 2.5 miles- 18 holes with spectacular views
- Cafe & Bar on-site
- Situated above Newport Sands
Listing sponsored by Golfscape...
Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort
From Newport: 4.7 miles- Reconstructed Iron Age Village
- Visitor centre & shop
- Situated off the road to Eglwyswrw
Ty Twt Dolls House Museum
From Newport: 0 miles- Museum of Dolls Houses
- fascinating experience for both young and old
- On Market Street
Newport Tennis Courts
From Newport: 0 miles- Two hardstanding courts
- Situated at bottom of Long Street
- Membership is required
Dyfed Shire Horse Farm
From Newport: 5 miles- Indoor softplay area & cafe
- Outdoor play areas & events
- Situated at Eglwyswrw
Havard Stables
From Newport: 2.5 miles- Riding lessons for all abilities
- Official Pony Club Centre
- Situated off the road to Dinas Cross
Sea Trust Wales @ Ocean Lab
From Newport: 8 miles- Committed to studying and raising awareness of local marine wildlife
- Sea Môr Aquarium is a great rainy day activity for all the family
- Close up views of the animals possibly only glimpsed in their natural environment
- Entry is by guided tour only, follow link below to book online to avoid disapointment
Within 30 minutes drive of Newport
Dyffryn Fernant Gardens
From Newport: 5.1 miles- Well presented gardens situated under Dinas Mountain
- Quiet location under Dinas Mountain
- Situated just outside Dinas Cross
Wolfscastle Pottery
From Newport: 15.2 miles- Make and paint your own pots and have them fired on-site
- Ideal fun for all the family. Groups by arrangement.
- Large selection of Madeleine Cunningham's ceramics for sale
- Beautiful quiet location
- Free Parking
Welsh Wildlife Centre
From Newport: 11.2 miles- Discover the wonders of nature at the centre and Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve
- Glasshouse cafe - licensed restaurant, Parking is £4 for all day
- Situated at Cilgerran - open 5 days a week (Weds-Sun) from 10am-4pm
Listing sponsored by Bluefin SUP...
Hanger 5 trampoline park
- 10,000 square feet of over 100 interconnected trampolines
- Soft play area with two fun-filled sections for different age groups
- Hot or cold food & drinks from the fully licensed cafe
- Based near Haverfordwest - 25 to 30 minute drive from Newport
Start your Natural Dye Journey at the FelinFach Dye Studio
From Newport: 9 miles- Learn how to hand dye yarn with ancient natural dyes such as Madder and Weld
- Suitable for beginners but not children
- Half day, 1 or 2-day hands-on workshops, max 4 at each workshop
- Free parking, with all materials provided
- In a very rural location – sat nav not accurate, we send you a map!
Theatr Gwaun
From Newport: 7 miles- Cinema & Theatre
- Independently run
- Situated on West St, Fishguard
Mike Mayberry Kayaking
From Newport: 7 miles- Kayaking adventures
- Short and long courses available
- Based out of Lower Town Fishguard
Listing sponsored by Bluefin SUP...
Kayak King
From Newport: 7 miles- Kayaking tours
- Morning and afternoon tours available
- Based out of Lower Town Fishguard
Listing sponsored by Bluefin SUP...
Within 2 hours of Newport
Ramsey Island Voyage
- One hour fully-guided wildlife voyage
- All ages and dogs are welcome too
- Sailings are daily from March to November
- See Atlantic grey seals, Harbour Porpoises, Razorbills, Guillemots, Peregrine Falcons and much more
- Around 40 minutes from Newport by car
Axe Throwing
- Throw a variety of different knives and axes
- Session can be run inside or outside - all weathers
- Participants should have a moderate physical fitness level
- If you want there can always be a little competition
- Based near Princess Gate and Tavernspite - 40 to 50 minute drive from Newport
Surfing Lessons
- Experience the exhilaration of surfing at some of Pembrokeshire's most picturesque beaches
- Freshwater West, Manorbier, Broad Haven, and Newgale beaches — with Outer Reef
- Full Instruction from ISA Qualified Surf Instructors and Lifeguards
- Wetsuits (Suitable for the Season). Boots & Gloves (only during early Spring or late Autumn) supplied
- Surfboards (Suitable for Ability Level) supplied
Manor Wildlife Park
- Spend the day exploring the 52-acre park
- Opportunities to get close to some of the animals
- Meet the tigers, red pandas, or gibbons and stand face-to-face with all these amazing creatures
- Actively engaging with conservation programs and helping educate people on wildlife
- Around 50 minutes from Newport by car
Offshore Islands & Dolphin Voyage
- 2.5 hour fully-guided wildlife voyage
- Sailings from May until the end of September
- See the third largest gannet colony in the UK, Smalls Lighthouse, common dolphins, porpoises and Risso's dolphins - with occasional spottings of the Minke Whale
- Please Warm clothes, water, suncream, sun hat, sunglasses, waterproofs. Binoculars and camera are optional
- Around 40 minutes from Newport by car
Great Wedlock Farm and Deer Park
- 150 acres of grassland, gorseland and woodland dedicated to their deer
- Beautiful 2 mile country walk around the periphery of the park
- Usually between 170 and 200 deer in the park at any one time
- Filled with amazing and diverse habitats, an ideal environment for the local wildlife
- Around 50 minutes from Newport by car
Coasteering at Stackpole Quay
- Experience the thrill of coasteering in Pembrokeshire
- Jump into the sea from heights of up to 30 feet
- Traverse along the water’s edge and explore caves
- Wetsuit, Buoyancy Aid, Helmet, Safety Equipment supplied
- Based at Stackpole Quay - about an hour drive from Newport
Evening Puffin Shearwater Voyage
- 1.5 hour fully-guided wildlife voyage
- Sailings are April until late August
- See Porpoises, seals, puffins, manx shearwater, sea birds, Ramsey Island Caves and the South Bishops Lighthouse
- Please bring Warm clothes, water, suncream, sun hat, sunglasses, waterproofs. Binoculars and camera are optional
- Around 40 minutes from Newport by car
Go Ape
- Ideal pit stop for those traveling to and from Newport via the M4
- Situated in Margam Country Park (near Port Talbot) around 1.45 hrs from Newport
- Obstacle cross overs and zips up to 180m
- Over 1,000-acres of parkland
- Visitor centre, picnic area & food and drink on-site
St Davids Bishop's Palace
- Once home to Henry de Gower, elected Bishop at the age of 50
- Picturesque surroundings of Pembrokeshire and sees thousands of visitors every year
- Open between 9:30am and 6pm. From September to October, the Palace closes at 5pm, with last admission being 4:30pm. From November to February
- Around 40 minutes from Newport by car
Paddle Boarding
- Expert Guidance From Qualified Instructors
- Exclusive Access to Hidden Coastal Wonders
- Spectacular Coastal Views
- Wetsuits, Paddle Boards, Paddles, Buoyancy Aids - all supplied
- Based at Tenby's North Beach - about an hour drive from Newport
Archery Session
- Add some bow-and-arrow fun to your time in Pembrokeshire
- Learn the basic techniques, and have a go at different challenges
- Receive individual advice and tips through the aerial archery session
- The only Aerial Archery set up in Wales
- Based near Princess Gate and Tavernspite - 40 to 50 minute drive from Newport
Clerkenhill Adventure Farm & Frizbee Golf Course
- 18 Basket Frizbee golf course is spread over 10 Acres
- 9 Hole Crazy Golf course
- The Adventure Castle - Explore the amazing slides, bridges, and hide outs
- Indoor bouncy castle & bails
- Adventure Trails: Explore the park's beautiful adventure trails
- Cafe & more
- Around 40 minutes from Newport by car
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