Pembrokeshire is famed for its superb scenically and geologically varied coastline, more than 60 miles of which is cared for by the National Trust.

The coastal footpath is studded with Iron Age promontory forts, protected by the sea and with earth ramparts to shelter them from the landward side. There are fine examples at Greenala and Fishpond Camp on the Stackpole Estate, and Porth y Rhaw near Solva. St David’s Head is a classic prehistoric landscape complete with chambered graves.

Over the past few years Pembrokeshire has seen a major programme to restore traditional grazing by cattle, ponies and sheep on its coastal heaths and inland commons. This has resulted in spectacular improvements to the flora and fauna of these special places. Star of the Pembrokeshire coast is the chough, with more than 60 breeding pairs nesting here. In early autumn seal pups can be seen on a number of beaches and the guillemots that nest on the cliffs at Stackpole are a sight not to be missed.

Explorers are very well caters for with hundreds of miles of costal and inland paths. Fine circular walks can be found at Stackpole (lakes and cliffs), Marloes, St David’s Head, Dinas Island near Fishguard, Little Milford and Lawrenny Woods on the secluded River Cleddau. There are two fine coastal estates well worth exploring. The Stackpole Estate, former home of the Cawdor family, has an historic designed landscape surrounding the site of the former Stackpole Court (demolished 1963). The Bosherston Lakes offer a perfect destination or for miles of golden sands, why not head to Stackpole Quay, Broadhaven South and Barafundle – voted the best place in the UK for a picnic.