Stackpole

Footprints in the sand

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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Crab apple blossom

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

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

Historic photo of Stackpole Court
Historic photo of Stackpole Court

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

Two rangers building a fence at Stackpole

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

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.

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