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Stackpole Quay
WalesA historic masonry harbour nestled amongst dramatic cliffs with a pebbled beach revealed at low tide.
Stackpole Quay, Stackpole, nr Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, SA71 5LS
Important notice
During this busy time our car parks will fill up quickly. Please consider parking at Broad Haven South car park which has a large parking facility.
Opening times for 15 September 2025
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Pay & display at Stackpole Quay, Broad Haven South, Bosherston Lily Ponds & Stackpole Court. Buses, coaches and motorhomes not permitted at Stackpole Quay, Broad Haven South, Bosherston & Stackpole Court due to narrow roads. Free parking for National Trust members and Blue Badge holders. Prices for non-members: £7.00 per car all day, £10 per campervan.
- Dogs allowed
Under close control. The estate has farm animals, ponies and wildlife, including otters, water birds and ground nesting birds. We ask that you keep your dog under close control and on a lead if necessary. Please do not leave your pet in the car.
- Electric vehicle charging point
There are electric car charging points at the Stackpole Quay and Stackpole Centre car parks.
- Tea-room
- Toilet
Blue badge parking and adapted toilets at the car park. Pathway from the car park to Tea-room and along to the harbour uneven. Access to the coast path and trails steep with steps. Unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs or if you are unsteady on your feet
- Accessible toilet
Adapted toilets with grab rails in all the car parks. The toilets at Bosherston and Broad Haven South have increased mobility space, with Radar key access.
- Designated parking
- Induction loop
Available at The Boathouse tea-room Stackpole Quay, and Stackpole Centre reception.
- Ramped access/slopes
Ramped access to The Boathouse Tea room.
- Seating available
At the Boathouse tea-room and overlooking the quay.
- Steps/uneven terrain
- By road
- B4319 o Benfro i Stagbwll a thu hwnt i’r troad i Gei Stagbwll. / B4319 from Pembroke to Stackpole and beyond to the turning to Stackpole Quay.Parking: Maes parcio maint canolig gro cymysg, tarmac a phridd, mynediad i lawr drwy ffordd gul iawn. Prysuro yn sylweddol yn ystod y gwyliau. Ymddiheuriadau, dim mynediad i fysiau, cerbydau gwersylla na cherbydau mawr. / Mixed gravel, tarmac and earth medium sized car park accessed down a very narrow road. Gets very busy during holidays. Sorry no coaches, campervans or large vehicles allowedSat Nav: Maes parcio Cei Stagbwll: SA71 5LS. Ar gyfer meysydd parcio Llynnoedd Bosherston a De Aberllydan: SA71 5DR, ar gyfer Cwrt Stagbwll@ SA71 5DE. / Stackpole Quay car park: SA71 5LS.For Bosherston Lakes and Broad Haven South car parks: SA71 5DR, for Stackpole Court car park: SA71 5DE
- On foot
- ar hyd Llwybr Arfordir Sir Benfro / via Pembrokeshire Coast Path
- By train
- Gorsaf drên agosaf ym Mhenfro 6 milltir i ffwrdd. Tacsis ar gael i’w harchebu / Nearest train station at Pembroke 6 miles. Taxis available to book.
- By bus
- Ni chaniateir bysys preifat a choetshis oherwydd y lonydd eithriadol o gul. Trafnidiaeth gyhoeddus 387/8 (Criwser Arfordirol) – Cychwyn yn Noc Penfro a Phenrhyn Angl. I weld y llwybrau bysiau ac amserlenni, ewch i wefan Cyngor Sir Benfro / Private buses and coaches not allowed due to very narrow roads. Public transport 387/8 (Coastal Cruiser) – Starting in Pembroke Dock and Angle Peninsula. To view the bus routes and timetables, please visit the Pembrokeshire County Council website.
- Cycling
- Beiciwch ar y llwybrau yn Ystâd Stagbwll. Y Rhwydwaith Beicio Cenedlaethol - Sustrans.org.uk / Cycle on the paths on the Stackpole Estate. The National Cycle Network - Sustrans.org.uk
- By ferry
- Mae'r fferi agosaf yn Noc Penfro, 7.5 milltir i ffwrdd. Mae Tacsis ar gael / Nearest ferry is at Pembroke Dock 7.5 miles. Taxis available to book.
Stackpole Quay, Stackpole, nr Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, SA71 5LS
Planning your visit
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Visiting Stackpole Estate with your dog
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Accessibility at the Stackpole Estate
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Stackpole Estate Map with mobility vehicle route
Stackpole Estate Map with mobility vehicle route
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Highlights
Historic Quay
A historic masonry Quay nestled in a small harbour.
Historic Landscape
Part of the Stackpole Estate a Grade 1 listed historic landscape of 3,000 acres on the Pembrokeshire Coast.
Boathouse Tea-room
Cosy tea-room with views of the harbour with eating inside and out including a lawned picnic area.
Beach
Renowned Barafundle Bay a 1/2 mile walk along the cliff top.
National Park
Located on the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park coast path.
Self-catering converted farm and workers cottages.
A range of comfortable self-catering cottages and converted farm buildings perfect for family holidays in an extraordinary location.
Stackpole Centre group accommodation and venue
A range of bunkhouses, lodges and holiday cottages suitable for groups, families, education, weddings and events with self-catering and catered options.
Things to see and do
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Wildlife spotting at Stackpole Estate
Stackpole Estate is home to all kinds of creatures, from the infamous otters to the largest colony of greater horseshoe bats in Wales.
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Family Days out at Stackpole Estate
Discover family days out at Stackpole including beaches, history and 3,000 acres of amazing wildlife to explore.
Activity
Outdoor activities at the Stackpole Estate
At the Stackpole Estate, it’s all about letting the outdoors move you. Everyone needs nature, and Stackpole has it in spades.
Top trails
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Stackpole Estate wildlife walk
Look out for seabirds and otters as you take in some of the finest wildlife habitats in Pembrokeshire on a wildlife walk along the coastline at Stackpole.
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Secrets of Stackpole Court walk
Discover the history of the Cawdor family and enjoy stunning views on the secrets of Stackpole Court walk.
Places to stay
Stackpole Quay Cottage 1
A semi-detached cottage close to beautiful Stackpole Quay with miles of coastal paths and beaches to explore.
Stackpole Quay Cottage 2
Part of a pair of cottages close to Stackpole Quay, this pretty cottage has a gorgeous beach nearby.
Stackpole Cottage
A traditional farmhouse in the main courtyard at Stackpole with miles of coastal walks on the doorstep.
Stackpole Granary
Stay in this converted granary where its shared garden leads you down to the beach.
Stackpole Dairy Cottage
A restored farm building with a sheltered beach at the bottom of its garden.
Upcoming events
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About Stackpole Quay
Stackpole Quay is part of a tiny inlet nestled between two cliffs with an historic masonry quay which was rebuilt in 1735 by the Earl of Cawdor. The original quay dated back to 1680 and was used to transport coal dust from Saundersfoot. Under the Cawdors it was used for shipping lime and limetsone out and docking coal, slate and bricks from Swansea, Bristol and north Wales, anas well as bringing in luxury goods for Stackpole Court and the wider estate.
History
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History of Stackpole Estate
Step back in time and uncover centuries worth of heritage across Stackpole Estate, from the bronze age to current day and about the lives of its occupants.
