Beaches in Pembrokeshire

A small sand and rocky cove with magnificent towering cliffs cut off by the forces of the sea into a huge 'door'. Access to this beach is at low tide only and only via the coastal path.

A small sandy cove, surrounded by cliffs, to the north of Whitesands, accessible only from the coastal path. Beware strong currents

A beautiful sandy beach that is revealed only at low tide and only accessible from the coast path or a 10-minute walk along a footpath across fields. This made the beach feel really remote.

A small bay backed by dunes and pine trees, accessible only by a half mile walk from the nearest car park.

At the mouth of the Milford Haven Estuary, this horseshoe cove is tucked right inside West Angle Bay. The beach is quite narrow at high tide but a low tide, a huge stretch of golden sand is revealed.

Even given the location between Saundersfoot and Tenby, Monkstone feels very wild and remote. Access to the beach is by a permissive footpath through Trevayne Farm and there is limited parking on the lane. Access down to the beach is steep.

A small low-tide sand and shingle beach near Trefin. Great for rock-pooling but not really recommended for swimming.

A small cove of dark sand and shingle looking out across the bay to Fishguard. There are low rocks on both sides to clamber over and numerous rock pools. Handy for launching small boats and canoes.

Druidston is a secluded long, sandy beach enclosed on three sides by steep cliffs. There are some spectacular cliff formations, natural arches and caves to the north of the main beach, but keep an eye out for the incoming tide!

At high tide, the beach is a narrow strip at the head of the inlet but at low tide the harbour is completely dry with the exception of a stream that runs down the middle of the harbour, providing hours of entertainment catching fish, shrimp and crabs

A pretty little harbour or cove near St Davids. The beach is shingle so it isn't a bathing beach, but it is a good place for starting or finishing a walk on the coast path.

A sandy beach enclosed by towering cliffs accessible only by very steep steps. Waves here are good with solid swells and north-westerly winds but beware of strong rips, submerged outcrops and unpredictable currents.

A sandy beach with plenty of sand even at high tide. A wide flat area of sand is exposed at low tide, which is ideal for beach games. Rocky to the eastern end with rockpools.

A small but very popular resort with all the facilities you might need. Wide flat, sandy beach at low tide but still plenty of space at high tide. Pretty harbour, stunning views from the top of the hill.

A sandy cove, with a stream running through the middle, providing plenty of rock pools for intrepid explorers. Popular with boat users as the village has a boat club.

Picturesque harbour built into a corner on North Beach. between the old medieval walled town and castle hill. There's a small sandy beach tucked up under the harbour wall that's perfect for very young children.