EVENTS AROUND THE PARK

Join our local experts to explore the Park, its special landscape and wildlife. Discover our myths, legends, heritage and archaeology, while learning about what the future holds for our Park and why we need to protect it.

Castlemartin Range Minibus Tour

Sunday 17 August 9:30am-4:30pm (Sold Out)

Enjoy an exclusive fully guided minibus tour around the Castlemartin East and West Ranges and explore its wildlife, history, archaeology and geology. All this plus beautiful views and dramatic coastal scenery. 

Over 18’s only. No dogs allowed. Please note there are no toilets on the Castlemartin Range. Booking essential. Tickets are non refundable

Meet at Castlemartin Merrion Camp SA71 5EB See on Google Maps.

This is an English language tour

Ticket Price: £10

To book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_5|23217


 

Castlemartin Walking Tour, Stack Rocks to Brownslade

10 August (Sold Out), 25 August  9.30am-4.30pm

On this full day walk you’ll experience the dramatic coastline dotted with spectacular coastal formations. Learn about the fascinating history of the Range and explore its wildlife, archaeology and geology.

Meet at Castlemartin Merrion Camp SA715EB. See on Google Maps.

This is an English language event.

Ticket Price: £10

To book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_22|1029

 


Nordic Walking – Taster Session at Pantmaenog Forest

Wednesday 13 August 9.30am

Discover Nordic Walking, a low-impact exercise growing in popularity and proven to boost overall health and well-being. Join our experienced leader, Matt Brown, for an introduction to Nordic walking techniques. Walking poles will be provided. This walk will be delivered in English.

Meet in the car park behind Tafarn Sinc, Rosebush (SA66 7QU) See on Google Maps.

Sorry no dogs on this walk.

Ticket Price: £7

To book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_73|1132

 


Nevern: Castles and Pilgrims

Thursday 14 August 10am

This 3-mile circular walk takes us along the river Nyfer to Nevern, before returning. We follow the course of this beautiful river valley along an ancient pilgrims’ path and visit an ancient castle and a fascinating church with some amazing features, including an old yew tree that bleeds continuously.

Meet at Llwyngwair Manor SA42 0LX  See on Google Maps.

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and to book https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_56|1031

 


Brilliant Bats St Davids

Thursday 14 August 8:15pm

As darkness falls, find out what is emerging from the nooks and crannies around St Davids Cathedral. Join our local Ranger with bat detectors in hand and discover more about these elusive nocturnal creatures.

Booking essential. Meet at Oriel y Parc Visitor Centre (SA62 6NW).

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and to book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_62|1042

 


Craig Talfynydd – Exploring the Preseli Hills

Friday 15 August 1pm

Join the local Ranger for a guided walk, of around 3 miles, to explore the captivating and dramatic landscape of the Preseli Hills. Visit some of the historic sites and hear about the legends associated with these monuments and people who lived there.

Meet at Dan Garn, around 1/2 mile west of Mynachlog Ddu  See on Google Maps.

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and to book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_87|23215

 


Carningli Circular – Exploring the Preseli Hills

Tuesday 19 August 1pm

Explore the breath-taking landscape of the Preseli Hills with our Rangers. Be it the historic sites, legends, archaeology or spectacular wildlife and habitat of the Preseli’s, on these short walks you’ll experience the best this magnificent landscape has to offer.

Meet at Bedd Morris around 2 miles south of Newport along Ffordd Bedd Morris  See on Google Maps.

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and to book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_88|23216

 


Night Bat Walk at Carew Castle

Wednesday 27 August 8pm

Take an exclusive after-dark walk around Carew Castle, a protected site for bats. This unique opportunity allows you to learn more about these fascinating creatures with our knowledgeable Guide.

Meet in the car park at Carew Castle SA70 8SL.

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and to book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_63|24037


A Celebration of Pembrokeshire’s Dark Skies

Experience the wonders of the night sky, discovering more about the stars and planets while exploring why dark skies are vital for both people and wildlife. Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or just curious about the cosmos, there is something for everyone in this  celebration of Pembrokeshire’s night sky

Stargazing at Skrinkle

Sunday 24 August 6:45pm

Join us for a Stargazing evening with Preseli Astronomy Group who will host a couple of talks introducing us to the Pembrokeshire Night Sky and also a more in depth look at optics to enhance the stargazing experience. Dark Skies storyteller Alice Courvoisier will also captivate us with Legends of the Night Sky stories. We will also have some outdoor ranger activities, subject to suitable weather.

Location: Manorbier Youth Hostel, Skrinkle Haven

Ticket price Adults £14, Children £10

For more info and to book: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_132|24140

 

Planetarium Shows at Carew Castle

Wednesday 27 August

Join us with Usk Astronomical Society in a 360° hi resolution planetarium where the wonders of the night sky will be shown in amazing detail and with expert commentary. There is a choice of 4 different shows, the evening shows also offer the exclusive opportunity to visit the Castle when not open to the general public.

Ticket price daytime show (normal Carew Castle admission applies) Adults £7, Children £6
Ticket price evening show (free entry to the Castle) Adults £14, Children £10

Planetarium Daytime Show, Exploring the Solar System, 12:00 or 2pm
https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_117|24041

Planetarium Daytime Show, The Sky Tonight, 1pm or 3pm
https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_119

Planetarium Evening Show, Exploring the Solar System, 5pm   https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_118|24043

Planetarium Evening Show, Myths and Legends of the Night Sky, 6pm   https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_120|24046

Dark Skies Day at Oriel y Parc

Thursday 28 August

A whole day of activities with contributions from Preseli Astronomy Group, RSPB Ramsey and storyteller Bron Jones. The events listed below are bookable but there will be drop in activities on the day and a free drop in stargazing session from 10pm with Preseli Astronomy Group (please note this is weather/clear skies permitting)

Phantoms of the Sea (Storytelling with Bron Jones) 11am and 1:30pm, free event   https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#event_122

Manx  Shearwaters of the Pembrokeshire Islands (Greg Morgan, RSPB Ramsey Island) 11:30am, £4   https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_121|24047

The Pembrokeshire Night Sky – A Sky full of Stars (Preseli Astronomy Group) 2pm,  £4  https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_123|24050

Viewing the Night Sky – Binoculars and Beyond (Preseli Astronomy Group) 3:30pm,  £4   https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_124|24051


Seal Watching Walk – Llanwnda

Monday 8th, Saturday 20th and Friday 26th September

As seal pupping season begins, join our local Ranger as they guide you around this lovely stretch of the coast path, and help teach you how to watch seals safely in the coves below.

Parking on the roadside next to the church in Llanwnda.

Ticket Price: £7

For more info and booking: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_141|24147


Full Day Seal Watching Walk – St Justinian

Sunday 14 and Saturday 27th September

This full-day walk, around 6 miles, begins with taking a coastal bus from Oriel y Parc to St Justinians from where we will explore the stunning coastline around St Davids. We will pass some seal-watching spots along the way and as the magic of seal pupping season unfolds, we’ll show you how to watch seals safely, for their benefit and ours.

Meet at Oriel y Parc, St David’s from where we will use the coastal bus to St Justinian (bus fees apply)

Ticket Price: £10

For more info and booking: https://events.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/#eventcalendar_97|24146