Walk from the Door: A Circular Pembrokeshire Coast Path Walk to Abermawr and Aberbach
Set out on one of North Pembrokeshire’s most rewarding circular walks—straight from your cottage or barn door at Preseli Venture. This gentle yet soul-stirring route takes you through ancient woodland, past rushing streams and wildflowers, to two of the most beautiful hidden beaches on the coast: Abermawr and Aberbach.
Follow the old winding track down through the Abermawr valley, a National Trust woodland alive with birdsong. In spring, you’ll be walking through a sea of bluebells and wild garlic; in summer, look out for butterflies dancing above marsh marigold and stitchwort.
Emerging from the woods, you’ll arrive at the sweeping shingle and sand of Abermawr beach. Wild, windswept and wonderfully quiet, it’s a favourite with swimmers, surfers, and dogs who love to run free.
From Abermawr, pick up the Pembrokeshire Coast Path heading south. This short section of clifftop trail delivers dramatic sea views as you curve around the headland to reach Aberbach—Abermawr’s smaller sibling. Sheltered and peaceful, it’s a perfect picnic or pause point.
Instead of continuing along the coast path, turn inland through the Aberbach valley and follow the quiet back lanes towards Melin Tregwynt—a working woollen mill with a picturesque brookside café and a shop full of blankets, cushions, and iconic clothing made from their own daringly bold weaves. It’s an ideal place to stop for lunch or afternoon tea before the final stretch home.
Loop back through wooded footpaths and country tracks, returning to Preseli Venture with salty hair, sandy toes and a happy heart.
It’s a walk that perfectly blends coast, valley and woodland—and one that many of our guests return to again and again.
The Perfect Base for Walking Holidays
Preseli Venture is tucked into the hillside above Abermawr, with direct access to both the coast path and the quiet backroads inland. Choose from our range of soulful Courtyard Cottages or the sleek and spacious Eco Barn, perfect for small groups and families. Both are self-catering and surrounded by nature, with views across the wooded valley and North Pembrokeshire coastline.
Car-Free, Care-Free Walking Holidays
Don’t want to worry about logistics? Our self-guided eco walking holiday is the perfect way to explore the Pembrokeshire Coast Path without a car. We’ve taken care of all the details—routes, maps, taxis, and cosy accommodation—so you can simply lace up your boots and set out on foot each day. Walk at your own pace, breathe deeply, and take time to connect with the wild beauty of the Welsh coast.
