Stackpole

Footprints in the sand — Go for a coastal walk at Stackpole

Important notice -

Car park & tea-room (takeaway only) open. If you’re planning on visiting this weekend, please be aware we have naturally occurring blue-green algae in Bosherston Lakes. This can be dangerous to humans & dogs, so please avoid contact with the water.

Discover Stackpole’s beautiful stretch of coastline for yourself. With award-winning sandy beaches, tranquil wooded valleys, wildlife-rich lily ponds, walking trails and watersports, there’s lots to see and do.

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Important information

We have reopened our gardens, outdoor areas, holiday cottages, shops and outdoor seating at our tea-rooms in Wales. Over the coming weeks we will also be reopening some of our houses and castles, as well as indoor seating at some of our tea-rooms. Information about how to book your visit is available on property web pages and we ask everyone to please adhere to Welsh Government Regulations. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Things to see and do

Looking down to Barafundle Bay from coast path

Beaches and coastline

The Stackpole Estate is home to some of the most dramatic coastline and idyllic beaches anywhere in the UK. Soaking up the seaside scenery here is easy.

View across Bosherston Pond at Stackpole

Bosherston Lakes and Stackpole Court

Stackpole’s historic designed landscape is grade I listed and the perfect contrast to the rugged, windswept beauty of the surrounding coast.

Useful to know

Visitors using the new beach wheelchair — Follow our route to Broad Haven South beach

Accessibility at Stackpole

Take a look at our Stackpole accessibility guide for information on borrowing mobility vehicles, recommended routes and some handy hints on getting around, facilities and things to see and do.

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Wildlife

Otters swimming at Bosherston Lily Ponds

Meet Stackpole's wildlife

Stackpole's home to all kinds of creatures, from the infamous otters to the largest colony of greater horseshoe bats in Wales.

A close-up of a pyramidal orchid at Stackpole

Woodlands and coastal flowers

From swathes of orchids to acres of oak, the woodland and coastal flowers are a must-see. Each season welcomes a new blanket of impressive colours.

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History

History of the Stackpole Estate

Step back in time and uncover centuries worth of heritage across the estate. The area has certainly seen its share of boom and bust over the years.

Timeline of Stackpole's past

Follow Stackpole through the ages, from ancient standing stones and world wars right up until the present day. The estate came into our care in 1976.

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Our work

Behind-the-scenes at Stackpole

Go behind-the-scenes at National Trust Stackpole and learn more about our ranger work on the estate with our monthly blog.

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Places to stay

Exterior of Byre 2 — Enjoy coastal views from Byre 2

Holiday cottages

Sleep easy at Stackpole, our holiday cottages are the perfect place to stay and an ideal base for exploring the estate and wider Pembrokeshire.

General

Our car park and tea-room (takeaway only) at Stackpole are open. We may be busy, so we encourage you to visit at quieter times to help us keep everyone safe. We urge everyone to follow Welsh Government Covid-19 Regulations and to visit responsibly.

Parking - For Bosherston Lakes and Broad Haven South car parks: SA71 5DR, for Stackpole Court car park: SA71 5DE and for Stackpole Quay car park: SA71 5LS. Parking charges apply, free parking for NT members. Day tickets are valid on that day in all National Trust car parks in Pembrokeshire.

Dogs - due to livestock grazing, dogs should be kept on leads when walking around Stackpole Warren, the coastal grassland between Barafundle and Broad Haven South and around Bosherston Lakes.

Toilets - Stackpole Quay car park, Broad Haven South car park, Bosherston Lily Ponds car park, Freshwater West car park and Court site exhibition centre.

Electric vehicle charging points at Stackpole Centre and Stackpole Quay car park.

In line with government guidance, you're required to wear a face covering in most enclosed spaces from Monday 14 September. Please bring one with you.

Access

Full access statement is below, but please note that some parts of this property may be closed on your visit.

Mobility parking - blue-badge parking bays at Stackpole Quay, Broad Haven South, Bosherston and at Stackpole Centre.

Adapted toilets - at Stackpole Quay, Bosherston and Broad Haven South car parks.

Pathways - lakeside path of hard fine gravel links Bosherston Lakes near Stackpole Centre to Broad Haven South beach. A tarmac trail with a 1:12 gradient links Eight Arch Bridge to Stackpole Centre and a long 1:15 gradient path links Stackpole Centre to Stackpole Court. The pathways are only suitable for off-road wheelchairs and all terrain pushchairs. Please note the paths are narrow in sections and unsuitable for twin pushchairs.

Boat House- an adapted bird hide near Eight Arch Bridge, accessible from the lakeside path.

We do have a beach wheelchair and tramper available to borrow for use around the estate. Please get in touch with queries.

Further accessibility info is available at: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stackpole/features/accessibility-at-stackpole

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	Gift Aid	Standard
Amount paid by visitor	£11.00	£10.00
Tax refund from Government*	£2.75	£0.00
Total received by the National Trust	£13.75	£10.00

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More about this place

Important information

Things to see and do

Beaches and coastline

Bosherston Lakes and Stackpole Court

Accessibility at Stackpole

Wildlife

Meet Stackpole's wildlife

Woodlands and coastal flowers

History

History of the Stackpole Estate

Timeline of Stackpole's past

Our work

Behind-the-scenes at Stackpole

Places to stay

Holiday cottages

Stackpole Centre

Freshwater West and Gupton Farm

Cleddau Woodlands

Tudor Merchant's House

Colby Woodland Garden

Marloes Sands and Mere

Stackpole

Important notice -

Things to see and do

Wildlife

History

Our work

Places to stay

Facilities and access

General

Access

Overview

Discover Stackpole’s beautiful stretch of coastline for yourself. With award-winning sandy beaches, tranquil wooded valleys, wildlife-rich lily ponds, walking trails and watersports, there’s lots to see and do.

How to get here

Prices

Admission free

What is Gift Aid?

Opening times

Important notice -

Please note...

Tuesday 22 June

Wednesday 23 June

Thursday 24 June

Friday 25 June

Saturday 26 June

Sunday 27 June

Monday 28 June

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