Our Favourite Pembrokeshire Pubs
Cosy locals, coastal classics and dog-friendly favourites.
One of the joys of staying at Preseli Venture is just how many great pubs are within easy reach — whether you fancy a rewarding pint after a coast path walk, a hearty family meal, or a fireside Sunday roast with the dog at your feet.
From walkable village locals to iconic coastal inns worth the drive, these are our favourite pubs across north Pembrokeshire and beyond for a refreshing local brew or a hearty meal.
Walkable & Nearby Pub Favourites
The Farmers Arms, Mathry
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 Approx. 1-mile walk from Preseli Venture
A proper hilltop village pub and a firm favourite with our guests. The Farmers Arms serves generous, hearty pub food in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. It’s an easy uphill stroll from Preseli Venture — perfect for earning your pint — and a lovely spot for a casual supper or Sunday lunch.
The Ship Inn, Trefin
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 10–15 minute drive
A charming village pub with a warm welcome, good local beers and satisfying pub classics. There’s a lovely beer garden with countryside views, making it a great stop after a coastal walk or a day exploring nearby coves.
The Sloop Inn, Porthgain
🐕 Dogs welcome outside
📍 2.5-hour coast path walk from Abermawr / 20 min drive
A Pembrokeshire institution. The Sloop is full of character, with harbour views and solid pub food. It makes a brilliant destination pub if you’re walking the coast path from Abermawr — few things beat arriving here after a long sea-air-filled hike.
The Cambrian Inn, Solva
🐕 Dogs allowed inside at lunchtime; evenings on the terrace only
📍 20-minute drive
A step up into refined pub dining, with excellent food served in a beautiful harbour village setting. Ideal for a long lunch after exploring Solva, or a more polished pub supper if you’re happy to leave the dog outside in the evening.
Royal Oak, Fishguard
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 15-minute drive
A historic pub right on Fishguard’s lively market square. Expect a friendly atmosphere, good food and a sunny beer garden when the weather allows. A dependable choice year-round.
The Bishop’s & The Farmer’s Arms, St Davids
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 20-minute drive
These sister pubs sit at the heart of St David’s community life, both with sunny beer gardens facing the cathedral. Maritime in feel, welcoming and lively, they’re perfect after a day exploring the city or nearby coastal walks.
Further Afield (But Well Worth the Journey)
Sailor’s Safety, Pwll Gwaelod
🐕 Dogs welcome outside
📍 25-minute drive
A snug, atmospheric pub tucked into a smuggler’s cove — one of Pembrokeshire’s most magical spots. A brilliant reward stop on a coast path walk, or a destination in its own right on a calm evening.
The Old Point House, East Angle Bay
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 50-minute drive
An iconic 16th-century coastal inn with excellent seafood and a wonderful sense of place. Outside, you’ll often find Café Môr, the famous foraged-seafood “boat-turned-kitchen” — reason enough to make the trip.
The Dyffryn Arms (Bessie’s), Gwaun Valley
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 30-minute drive
A true Pembrokeshire classic. Known affectionately as Bessie’s, this wonderfully old-school pub serves beer straight from jugs through a hatch. No food, no frills, all atmosphere. Head here on the 13th January to find the village celebrating “old new year’s eve” (Hen Galan in Welsh).
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The Swan Inn, Little Haven
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 40-minute drive
A historic seafront pub with a roaring open fire, serving sailors and fishermen since the 18th century. Especially lovely on a blustery day.
Cresselly Arms, Cresswell Quay
🐕 Dogs welcome outside
📍 45-minute drive
Set right on the tidal estuary, this iconic pub is a favourite for local ales, riverside views and birdwatching. Time it with the tide for maximum magic.
The Griffin Inn, Dale
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 45-minute drive
An award-winning pub and restaurant right on the seafront, serving seafood landed from their own boat. Don’t miss the rooftop terrace on a clear day.
The Stackpole Inn, Stackpole
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 50-minute drive
A popular gastro-pub in a converted post office, perfectly placed for exploring the Lily Ponds and Broadhaven South. Excellent food and a lively atmosphere.
The Golden Lion, Newport
🐕 Dogs welcome inside
📍 30-minute drive
A cosy, award-winning 17th-century coaching inn in the heart of Newport. A brilliant place to finish a Preseli Hills or coast path walk with excellent food and a welcoming fire.
