Accessible Walks in Pembrokeshire

Unfortunately, not everywhere is guaranteed to always beeasily accessible, but if you do need to avoid areas with steep inclines or steps, there are still plenty of easy-access routes, viewpoints, attractions, and beaches if you or someone in your group uses a wheelchair or mobility scooter, has limited walking abilities, or is bringing a pram or pushchair.

Plan ahead to make the most of your walk
TheOutdoor Accessibility Guidancefrom Sensory Trust works to make outdoor places, spaces, routes, and facilities more accessibleso they can be enjoyed by everyone.Local organisations are encouraged to provide as much clear and helpful information as possible to help you plan aheadand support inclusive outdoor access. However, it is advisable to contact the necessary organisations or find an access guide onlinebefore you set off so you can be fully aware of how accessible a walk is going to be for you and all members of your group.

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Parksupports the Walkability Project to help everyone enjoy the best walks in the area with a dedicated project coordinator who can offer advice and training before you set off.

Easy Access Beaches
Many of the award-winning beaches you can visit in Pembrokeshire allow easy accessvia concrete ramps or slipways, and some have specially designed Beach Wheelchairs available to hire.

The Best Accessible Walks in Pembrokeshire 

Welsh Wildlife Centre & Teifi Marshes
One of the best wetland sites in Wales, this nature reserve and adventure playground near Cilgerranoffers a great family day out. It has trails for all abilities, indoor and outdoor activities,andopportunities tosee diverse wildlife and migrating birdsin a range of habitats all year long.

• Parking: Accessible parking options are outside the main building.

• Walks: There is a 3km wheelchair walk through the Teifi Marshes to Old Cardigan Bridge.

• Facilities: Accessible toilets can be found on the ground floor in the visitor centre.

• Food & Drink: Access to Glasshouse Café is available by lift.

Bosherton Lily Ponds
This National Trust woodland site on the Stackpole Estate has been developed to offer a wealth of accessible trails around the beautiful lily ponds and to Broad Haven Beach,allowingvisitors to spot a variety of wildlife, enjoy the designed landscape and take in the dramatic coastline.

A guide to accessible walks on the Stackpole Estate

• Parking: Accessible parking options at Stackpole Mencap Walled Gardens.

• Walks: There is a 3.8km return accessible walk signposted ‘Grassy Bridge’.

• Facilities: Accessible toilets can be found at Stackpole Mencap Walled Gardens.

• Food & Drink: There is an easy-access (but seasonal) café at Stackpole Mencap Walled Gardens.

Llys-y-frânLake
Open all year round, with a visitor centre, adventure playground, café, campsite, walking and cycling trails, and facilities for a range of water sports on the lake, this vast country park offers something for everyone, whatever your access needs.

• Parking: Accessible parking options in the main car park.

• Walks: There is a 2.4km accessible walk on Eastern Reservoir.

• Facilities: Accessible toilets can be found adjacent to the car park and in the visitor centre.

• Food & Drink: There is an easy-accesscafé at the visitor centre.

Brunel Trail, Neyland
Originally a railway, this trail is now a beautiful walking and cycling route that will get you from Neyland Marina to Johnstonon a traffic-free path that isreasonably flat with just some occasional gentle gradients. 

• Parking: Accessible parking options at Westfield Pill, under the bridge. 

• Walks: This is just a 1km accessible walk that is signposted ‘Celtic Trail Route 4’.

• Facilities: Accessible toilets can be found at Neyland Marina.

• Food & Drink: There is an easy-access café at Neyland Marina.

St Govan’s Head
This is a great accessible walk that gets you close to the chapel itself while enjoying the fantastic views along the coast. The path from the car park to the old coastguard station has been surfaced and provides a mostlylevel walk.This walk is on the Castlemartin firing range and is closed when in use, so make sure you check for notices before visiting.

• Parking: Accessible parking at the St Govan’s Chapel car park. 

• Walks: This is just a 1.8m accessible walk.

• Facilities: The nearest toilets are in Bosherton about a mile away.

• Food & Drink: Food & Drink: There is no café, so take whatever you need with you on the walk.

Newport Parrog to Iron Bridge
This short but lovely walk is accessible to all. It winds alongside the River Nevern on a purpose-built rolled stone path, with facilities at either end and even the opportunity for a spot of birdwatching.

• Parking: Accessible parking options at Parrog, or there is roadside parking at Iron Bridge.

• Walks: There is a 1km accessible walk, and the path is predominantly flat.

• Facilities: Accessible toilets are available at either end of the route - at the Long Street car park in Newport and at the Parrog car park.

• Food & Drink: MorawelonWaterfront Café is an easy-access café bar and restaurant on the Parrog.

Haroldston Chins
With magnificent views over St Brides Bay, Ramsey Island and the St David’s Peninsula,this walk offers easy access in the beginning with a tarmacked surface before becoming slightly rougher once you head past the second viewpoint.

• Parking: A small car park at the start of the walk with accessible spaces.

• Walks: There is a 1.3km easy access walk or a 3.4km walk that is steeper.

• Facilities: There are no toilets. The nearest toilets are at Broad Haven car park and Nolton Haven car park, both under 2 miles away but seasonal.

• Food & Drink: There is no café, so pack a picnic andstop along the way to enjoy the view out to sea.