If you’re craving a fun adventure this summer, why not explore St David’s in Pembrokeshire?
Here are our top recommendations for things to do while staying at the best campsite in St Davids.
1. Soak in some culture
In St David’s, you’ll find plenty of water sports, coastal trails, and nature hikes that are perfect for thrill-seekers and active adventurers. While getting your adrenaline pumping is always fun, there are also multiple enriching and engaging cultural activities in St David’s. Plan a visit to the man-made and explore its beautiful grounds. The Cathedral is an active place of worship, dating back to the sixth century and has become a significant part of Welsh history and displays its important Celtic origins.
2. Explore sandy beaches
Pembrokeshire spoils you for choice when it comes to beaches. The coastal path at St Justinian is a 3.9-mile trail which loops around the Pembrokeshire countryside. A perfect 1hour 30min route for bird watching, hiking and running. Glorious views of Ramsey Island can be seen from the trail and further down on the coast, boat trips around the island depart from the old lifeboat station.
Whitesands in St David’s, as the name suggests, is a beach with beautiful white sand that is overlooked by Carn Llidi. This is a very popular location in the summer as it is one of the best surf spots in the country, with canoeists and bodyboarders joining the action.
3. View impressive art
If you’d like to take a break from exploring cathedrals and beaches in St David’s, the Goat Street Gallery is a fantastic place to spend a few hours or an afternoon. Located in the heart of St David’s the gallery showcases artwork from local and international artists. The gallery also runs artist-led workshops if you’re keen to get behind an easel yourself.
The best campsite in Pembrokeshire
Rhosson Ganol is the best-kept secret of the southwest coast of Wales. A beautiful campsite situated on the Griffiths family farm, on the tip of the St Davids peninsular, and home to Limousin and Hereford cattle. This family-run site has been active since 1882, bringing in the wonders of the area and natural landscape. A stone’s throw from a choice of sandy beaches, boat trips, Britain’s smallest city, St Davids, and the harbour.
Staying at Rhosson Ganol
Rhosson Ganol is a family-friendly, nature-friendly, dog-friendly campsite and caravan site. Just friendly all-around! (So much so that they even offer free WiFi.) Owners David and Kate Griffiths offer 35 grass pitches for caravans, campervans and tents, and eight pitches with electric hookups. For those who like a little luxury, Rhosson Ganol has partnered with Nights Under Canvas to introduce new glamping bell tents, so you can go without the hassle of pitching and packing away.
