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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Travel Guide: 49 reviews and 186 photos

....or "Newport Pembs" as it is often described.

There are two Newports in South Wales within little more than 100 miles of each other - Newport, Gwent and Newport, Pembs.
Apart from the fact that they are both situated on an estuary they could not be more different.

My husband was born in the former but discovered Newport Pembs on a family holiday when he was still a teenager - and was keen to introduce me to this beautiful part of the world.

On my first visit I fell in love with the little town, the beautiful coast and countryside. It was like stepping back in time -- such an unhurried pace of life, real shops, no neon lights, glorious scenery.
I was hooked immediately!

Newport, Pembrokeshire - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Within the last decade there has been an influx of second home buyers - which has not been altogether to the advantage of the local economy. House prices of village homes have been pushed beyond the reach of many first time buyers but some newcomers have brought opportunities for new business with them so there is a bit of "swings and roundabouts "

The coast lies with the Pembrokeshire National Park Coastal Path and attracts visititors from near and far. Newport Beach with its expansive sands is popular with children and their families, riders and walkers. And the estuary and Bay provide opportunities for a bit of lazy mackerel fishing or for more energetic water sports !

For more information about the village see
http://www.newport-pembs.co.uk/

Intro Updated Aug 31, 2009
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Reviews (10)

The Restaurant - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Fresh Fish & Location, Location! Restaurants (2)

A smart, but simple little restaurant with a wonderful location overlooking Newport Bay on the Parrog. At high tide... more travel advice

Respect the Welsh language - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Respect the Welsh language Local Customs (1)

Welsh is widely spoken in North Pembrokeshire - far more so than in the south of the county - which is known as Little... more travel advice

Market St. looking to castle and Church - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Village stores with a difference Shopping (1)

In the the streets on and off the main road that runs through the town you can find shops to meet almost all every day... more travel advice

Another incomparable view and location! - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Another incomparable view and location! Hotels (3)

This cottage has an interesting history and has been used as a holiday cottage for over 50 years by some of our family.... more travel advice

Things to Do (3)
See All Pentre Ifan - Mystical land of ancient...

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Yaqui Jan 27, 2013 at 1:43 PM

What a beautiful coastline photo Barbara! Pentre Ifan - Mystical land of ancient stones look so interesting! Nice page!
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himalia11 Oct 26, 2012 at 9:05 AM

This looks like a nice area, I love this rugged coast!
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ettiewyn Jul 9, 2012 at 10:27 PM

Hi Barbara, a lovely page, I enjoyed reading your tips so much! The Iron Age fort sounds very interesting, and it is nice to see some new and older photos of the region!
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Nemorino Feb 24, 2012 at 2:33 AM

I enjoyed reading your tips on this pleasant looking area. And I agree wholeheartedly with your sensible remarks on respecting the Welsh (or whichever) language and respecting the right of people to speak in their own tongue among themselves.
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balhannah Sep 23, 2010 at 1:48 PM

Lovely Page! What a nice location the Newport golf club Hotel is in, and what a great deal you got! The old village looks very interesting too!
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BruceDunning Jun 13, 2010 at 11:50 AM

The thousands of years history here is fascinating and you did a nice job of making comments and providing pictures.
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nickandchris May 26, 2010 at 6:45 AM

Great new tips here, the hotel is a real gem and what a bargain!
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cachaseiro Apr 30, 2010 at 10:40 PM

very nice page. the coastline there looks really amazing.
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lynnehamman Feb 11, 2010 at 12:52 PM

Great new Hotel tip, and the other tips are interesting too. The Pentre Ifan is fascinating, and estuary looks so calm. Great photos.
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Balam Feb 10, 2010 at 3:13 AM

It is a lovely place, i would really like to visit again. I hope you enjoy the Golf Club