Milford Haven (Aberdaugleddau in Welsh) is an historic coastal town situated on the north side of the Milford Haven waterway, an estuary forming a natural harbour that has been used as a port since the middle ages. The tide has brought invaders, crusaders, would-be kings, sea merchants, admirals, pirates and global energy leaders, up the Cleddau estuary to the safe haven of Milford. They’ve all played a part in its extraordinary story.

Milford Marina is a very short walk from Haven View, lined with many bars, cafes and restaurants and range of shops and boutiques: https://www.milfordwaterfront.co.uk/  It is advisable to book in advance for restaurants, especially at the weekend and during the summer months. There’s also a bowling alley and children’s soft play area (Phoenix Bowl), Milford Haven Museum and various walks for all abilities– including access to the famous Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.

Throughout Pembrokeshire there are many places to visit from sandy beaches to ancient castles. There are also a plethora of award-winning restaurants and lots of quaint towns and shops to explore. We have included a host of information on special places of interest throughout the county – you can also visit www.visitpembrokeshire.com for further information. We have also included information on means of transport should you not have your own.

Beaches
Pembrokeshire is renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches. All year round, you can enjoy the wonderful Pembrokeshire coastline – whether enjoying bathing in the heat of the summer sun, or discovering the wilds of the Atlantic Ocean in the colder months.

Beaches near to Milford Haven include Sandy Haven (wonderful for crabbing on the bridge at low tide!), Little Haven (lovely cafes, pubs, etc), Broad Haven (easy access, toilets, cafes, shops), Nolton Haven and Newgale (huge beach great for surfing/body boarding). Solva Harbour, St David’s and Whitesands Bay are further along that stretch of coastline. There is a stony beach in Milford (Scotch Bay) near the Marina and Gelliswick Bay in Hakin, which forms part of the Coastal Path.

Magnificent Marloes is only 20 minutes away from Milford, Dale slightly further along, or why not visit Martin’s Haven to see the seals in the autumn – or to catch your boat trip to Skomer Island?  Visit this website to find out more about Pembrokeshire’s famous islands:  https://www.pembrokeshire-islands.co.uk/

Beautiful beaches a little further afield, include Barafundle Bay (multi-award-winning), Broad Haven South/Bosherston, Fresh Water East, Fresh Water West, Manorbier, Angle, Abereiddy… Visit www.visitpembrokeshire.com for the full list.

Tenby is only half an hour’s drive away, boasting its fair share of award-winning blue flag beaches – North Beach, South Beach (voted Europe’s Best Beach in 2019), Castle Beach & The Paragon (only accessible on low tide). You can then travel along the coastline discovering other spectacular local beaches, including Penally, Saundersfoot, Coppet Hall, Wisemans Bridge and Amroth.

History/Antiquity
St. David’s Cathedral –the smallest city in the U.K – where you will find St. David’s Cathedral, dating back to the 6^th Century – certainly worth a visit!
Milford Haven Heritage & Maritime Museum – from the whaling industry to global energy leaders, Milford Haven has a fascinating history.
Tudor Merchant’s House Tenby – Showcasing 15^th Century Tudor–style architecture, home wares, games, etc.
Narberth Museum – a small independent museum with library and coffee shop.
Tenby Museum & Art Gallery – the oldest independent museum in Wales, with a collection of local geology, archaeological & maritime artefacts. The gallery features the work of Gwen and Augustus John and Kyffin Williams.
Scolton Manor – a Victorian country house museum.

Castles
Carew Castle and Tidal Mill, Castle Lane, Carew, Tenby SA70 8SL, 01646 651782  (Also great for crabbing)
Manorbier Castle, Manorbier, Tenby, SA70 7SY, 01834 870081 Pembroke Castle, Pembroke, SA71 4LA, 01646 681510
Narberth Castle, 4 Castle Street, Narberth, SA67 7BD, 07565 899765
Picton Castle and Gardens, Haverfordwest, SA62 4AS, 01437 751326 (Great food available in the cafe)
Llawhaden Castle, Tal Y Bont Hill, Narberth, SA67 8HL
Wiston Castle, 3 Cawdor Terrace, Wiston, Haverfordwest, SA62 4PN
Roch Castle, Church Road, Roch, Haverfordwest, SA62 6AQ, 01437 725566
Dale Castle, Dale, Haverfordwest, SA62 3RJ
Tenby Castle, Bridge Street, Tenby, SA70 7BP

More information can be found here: https://www.visitwales.com/attraction/visitor-centre/milford-haven-information-centre-1834687

Walking/Hiking
Pembrokeshire is home to the UK’s only Coastal National Park, boasting many stunning walkways to enjoy during your stay. The list is long – the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path stretches some 186 miles! You can access the Coast Path from Milford Haven for some local stretches. Plan your route here:  www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/coast-path/planning-your-walk

Popular walks include:

Bosherston Lily Ponds- this is classed as an easy walking trail mostly along even gravel paths, 3 miles long. Marloes Peninsula – approx  5 miles, offering dramatic coastal scenery & island views.
Stackpole – 6 miles along one of Wales’ richest nature reserves taking in lakes, woods, beaches, dunes & cliffs.
Saundersfoot to Wisemans Bridge – another easier route is this flat walk from Saundersfoot to Wisemans through tunnels and past beaches finish off at The Wisemans Bridge Inn 2.4 mile round trip.

Boat Trips
Dale Sea Safaris – 01646 603109
Discover Coast & Cleddau Boat Trips- 01646 696370
Tenby Fishing – 07974 623542
Saundersfoot Fishing Trips – 07580 614834
Thousand Island Expeditions (for Ramsey Island) – 01437 721721
Tenby Boat Trips – (for Caldey Island) 07980 864509
Pembrokeshire Island – 01646 603123 (for Skomer Island)

Family Friendly Days Out
Oakwood Theme Park – SA67 8DE
Folly Farm (ZOO & INDOOR FUNFAIR) – SA68 0XA
Heatherton World of Activities (OUTDOOR ACTIVITES) – SA70 8RJ
Dinosaur Park –(OUTDOOR & INDOOR ACTIVITIES)- SA70 8RB
Manor Wildlife Park (ZOO) – SA70 8RJ
Hanger 5 (INDOOR TRAMPOLINE) – SA62 4BY
The Secret Owl Garden (Animal Park) – SA67 7ES
The Blue Lagoon (Indoor Pool Park) – SA67 8DE
Cwm Deri Vineyard – SA67 8AP
Bluestone Brewing Company (Brewery) – SA42 0QW
West Wales Falconry – SA66 7XT

Activities
Whether you want to learn to ride a horse or learn to surf – Pembrokeshire covers it! If you are just looking to hire, there are many shops that lease bikes, surf boards, kayaks, etc. Feeling even more adventurous- why not try coasteering, abseiling or rock climbing?

Surfing or paddle boarding  lessons – Outer Reef Surf School –01646 680070- www.outerreefsurfschool.com
Horse Riding – Pembrokeshire Riding Centre, Pennybridge Farm, Pembroke SA71 5RD – 01646 682513
Coasteering – Tenby Coasteering, Harbour, Tenby, SA70 8BY, 07880 746892  or Celtic Quest Coasteering,  Abereiddy
Quad Bikes – Ritec Valley Quad Bikes, Roberts Wall, Penally, Tenby SA70 8NF, 01834 843390

Theatres and Cinemas

The Torch Theatre, St Peter’s Rd, Milford Haven SA73 2BU 01646 695267 : Milford Haven has its own wonderful theatre and cinema- a very short walk from Haven View https://www.torchtheatre.co.uk/

Sunset Cinema is an outdoor cinema event brought to you by Milford Haven’s Torch Theatre (check the website for details).

Palace Cinema, Haverfordwest 01437 767675 https://palacehaverfordwest.co.uk/haverfordwest/now/

Vue Cinema Carmarthen, St Catherine’s Walk, 0871 224 0240 https://www.myvue.com/cinema/carmarthen/whats-on

Outdoor theatre events regularly take place in Pembrokeshire throughout the summer months in famous castles such as Carew and Pembroke. Child friendly productions are regularly featured, eg. Mr Stink by David Walliams at Carew Castle.  Check local listings.