Newgale to Solva

Pembrokeshire Coast Walk

Coastal Walk

Walk Route Description

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This superb coastal walk from Newgale to Solva follows the Pembrokeshire Coast Path which is easy to follow and offers some outstanding views and interesting geology. Like all coast paths the route is undulating with short ascents. A convenient bus service links Newgale and Sola. It is recommended you park at the end of the walk and catch the bus to the start as this allows a more leisurely walk with plenty of time to fully appreciate the many coastal features.

Get off the bus at café by the beach in Newgale (grid ref. SM847223). Walk uphill and turn left onto the signed Coast Path. Look back for a fine view along Newgale Beach. The path runs along the cliff tops all the way and it is worth pausing occasionally to enjoy the retrospective view. The rocky headland of Dinas Fach is the first major landmark. After just over a kilometre, you reach Dinas Fawr a grass topped headland with a few remains of a fort which can be reached along a narrow path.

The final headland is Elvis Rock from where a n excellent view can be enjoyed of the narrow entrance to Solva harbour. The path continues across the Gribin and then descends to the estuary with Solva lime kilns on your left. Continue along the Coast Path to reach Solva harbour and the village of Solva with refreshments and other local amenities.

This walk can be extended to St Davids – see Walk 2971 – with the opportunity to visit the cathedral and explore the smallest city in Britain.

Walk GradingMore Pembrokeshire Coast Walks

Other walks nearby

Walk 2971	Solva to St Davids	easy/mod	4.8 miles
Walk 2056	Pointz Castle from Solva	easy/mod	5.5 miles
Walk 1997	St. David's & Coast Path Circular	moderate	9.7 miles
Walk 1210	Porth Clais & St Justinian's from Porth Clais	easy/mod	5.5 miles
Walk 3476	Porthgain & Blue Lagoon Circular from Abereiddy	easy/mod	6.5 miles