Saundersfoot is a charming seaside village that attracts thousands of visitors every year. People flock to this coastal destination for all sorts of reasons; they might be drawn to the beautiful beaches, the rich history, the quirky shops, excellent restaurants, family-friendly attractions or the stunning Pembrokeshire scenery. It’s also often a popular choice for people visiting this corner of Wales but wanting to stay somewhere smaller and calmer than neighbouring Tenby.
Whatever your reason for visiting Saundersfoot, there are some things that are helpful to know before you arrive. So we’ve compiled this guide to Saundersfoot, covering everything you need to know to have the perfect holiday. Read on for tips on getting there and around, which beaches to visit, which trips to take, where to eat and what to do. We’ve even got some top tips for keeping the kids entertained!
So let’s get started with everything you need to know about Saundersfoot!
- Want to know how to get to Saundersfoot and then get around? Start here!
- Summer or winter? The best times to visit Saundersfoot
- A little Saundersfoot history
- Fun things to see and do in Saundersfoot
- Days out from Saundersfoot
- Best kept secrets in Saundersfoot
- Where and what to eat in Saundersfoot
- Best fish ‘n chips in Saundersfoot
- Bars & night spots in Saundersfoot
- Celebrate cultural events and festivals Saundersfoot-style!
- Best beaches in and around Saundersfoot
- Cool things to do with kids so they’ll never be bored!
Saundersfoot: Getting there and getting around
First things first, you want to visit Saundersfoot, but it’s all the way over in west Wales! Well, don’t worry. Saundersfoot is actually really well-connected with the rest of the UK.
Flying
West Wales doesn’t have its own airport, the nearest one is in the Welsh capital Cardiff about 100 miles away. However, despite Cardiff being an international airport, you’ll find that Bristol Airport (130 miles) is often the better option with more frequent flights and airline options. Whichever airport you choose, you’ll find car hire available and good connections to West Wales via train and buses.
Train
Travelling to Saundersfoot by train is an excellent option to avoid traffic along the way and parking issues when you get there. There are roughly eight trains a day to Saundersfoot from Swansea (1 hr 50 mins), where you’ll probably change trains during your journey. Trains from Cardiff take roughly three hours, London Paddington five hours, and Manchester six hours.
The only concern is that the Saundersfoot train station is just over a mile outside the town centre. It’s about a 30-minute walk along a B-road – not ideal with children or luggage. So if you choose this option, you’ll need to arrange for a taxi to pick you up when you arrive.
Bus
There are no national bus services which connect directly to Saundersfoot. However, since travelling by coach can be a fraction of the price of the trains, it’s worth looking into if you’re on a budget and are okay with piecing your journey together.
National Express runs twice-daily buses between Tenby and various destinations, including London Victoria (6.5 hours), Bristol Airport (6.5 hours) and Manchester (9.5 hours). From Tenby, it’s a short train, local bus or taxi ride to Saundersfoot.
Megabus is one of the cheapest services around and can get you to Swansea from all over England. From there, you would get the train to Saundersfoot.
Ferry
Coming from Ireland? Why not take the ferry? You can bring your car and your dogs, and there’s no need to worry about weight restrictions on your luggage.
There are two ferry ports within easy distance of Saundersfoot – Pembroke Dock (20 km) and Fishguard (50 km). Both connect with Rosslare twice a day, are an easy drive from Saundersfoot, and have public transport links via bus and train.
Car
The roads to West Wales are well-travelled and well-maintained. If you’re driving from London (4.5 hours), Bristol (2.5 hours) or Cardiff Airport (2 hours), you’ll be on motorways the whole way until the last 40 miles, which will be on A roads. Unfortunately, traffic does build up during peak season and on bank holidays, so it’s wise to time your journey outside of peak hours to cut down travel time.
If you’re coming from the north of the UK, you can drive south through England and then cross the Severn Bridge into Wales – now toll-free. Or – and this is my preferred route – drive down through Mid Wales. The roads are more narrow and windy, however, the countryside is stunning, and you can stop along the way for refreshments with beautiful views.
Parking
There is limited free street parking in Saundersfoot, and it tends to fill up quickly in the summer and can be tricky to find if you don’t know the area. So, ideally, you want to look for accommodation with private parking or a parking permit to save yourself the hassle and expense of public parking.
However, if you do need to find a car park, there are a few good options in Saundersfoot:
The Harbour is the most convenient parking area as it is central to everything and even enjoys a sea view! But, it’s also the most expensive option costing £5.50 for 4 hours, £15 for 24 hours and £105 for the week.
We recommend parking in Regency Hall instead. It’s just a 5-minute walk from the beach and substantially cheaper. The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority runs this car park, and it’s free for 30 minutes, £5 for over 3 hours, and £30 for seven days.
Alternatively, Coppet Hall Beach, just 1km from the centre of Saundersfoot, has plenty of parking at £5 for the day and £35 for the week. This is also the place to head if you need to park a dinghy or trailer – £3.50 for a day or £20 for the week.
Getting around
Once you’re in Saundersfoot, you’ll find it very easy to navigate. It’s a compact little town where everything is within easy walking distance, although there are some steeper streets and hills to contend with. Walking and cycling paths connect Saundersfoot with the neighbouring beachfront villages of Wisemans Bridge (2 km), Amroth (4 km), and Tenby (7 km).
Pembrokeshire has a good network of buses servicing the villages and towns along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, and there are regular buses connecting Suandersfoot with other tourist towns such as Narberth and Tenby. The bus stop is outside the amusement arcade in the town centre.
There are also good daily train links to Pembroke Dock, Carmarthen and Swansea. However, it is a rural area, so services are spaced out throughout the day, and they don’t run late in the evenings. Plus public transport in the countryside can’t cover everywhere. So, if you’re planning to do a lot of exploring, want to visit the area’s many theme parks, hidden beaches and tiny villages, it’s a good idea to bring or hire a car.
Summer or winter? The best times to visit Saundersfoot
Personally, I love Saundersfoot all year round, the beaches and endless coastline are fantastic in all seasons, and the quirky, characterful town centre is always a retail and foodie paradise. But sometimes of the year might suit your visit better than others.
Spring
Spring is a fantastic time to visit Wales for nature and wildlife lovers. April and May are the ideal time to walk coastal and country paths to see wildflowers out in force and look for the first lambs appearing in the fields. It’s also a great time to visit the islands to see seabirds and seals out and about after a long winter. However, the weather can be unpredictable, so you’ll need to pack layers and waterproofs and be flexible in your plans, getting outside whenever the weather allows it.
May and June are excellent times to catch some early summer sun while avoiding the crowds and high prices of the school holidays. You’ll also find the events calendar starting to fill up with celebrations to welcome the start of the summer.
Summer
Summer is the most popular time to visit this seaside holiday destination. July and August are the hottest months, with the most hours of sunshine and average high temperatures of 18-19 °C, although they can climb into the mid-20s on good days. Perfect for spending long days building sandcastles, eating ice cream, paddling in the sea and sunbathing.
In summer, Saundersfoot really comes alive. It fills up with visitors, every shop, restaurant, hotel, attraction and bar is open, lifeguards appear on the beaches and events and festivals fill up the calendar.
It’s a fantastic time to visit, but it’s also the busiest and most expensive as the crowds descend for the school holidays and prices rise to make the most of peak season. Also, if you’re visiting with dogs, you’ll find restrictions on many beaches.
Autumn
September often sees lovely days of late summer sunshine, and if you’re not tied to the school calendar, you can make the most of the beaches and attractions once the crowds have departed. Surfers especially love this time of year in South Wales as the waves pick up and the crowds leave the sea.
And, as autumn progresses, we get the wonderful changing colours of the trees and the crisp weather that will appeal to hikers, drawing them back to the coastal and country paths.
Winter
The winter months might not seem like the best time for a seaside holiday, but they’re not without their charms. The Welsh coastline is always dramatic, but there’s something spectacular about it during rugged winter weather. Have you ever strolled along a beach while frost is in the air? It’s a magical experience! Plus, all restrictions are lifted in winter, so you and your dogs can run free on all the beaches. And you’ll often find you have them entirely to yourselves.
Some restaurants, attractions and accommodations close their doors over the winter for a well-earned rest, but plenty stay open. And since they’re rarely busy, you can take your pick of dates, book last minute and make the most of low prices and lower crowds.
Also, with winter comes the festive season, which Saunderfoot loves to embrace. You can enjoy bonfire night celebrations, see the harbour all dressed up in twinkly lights, and shop for locally made gifts at the Christmas markets.
A little Saundersfoot history
Saundersfoot began life as a little more than a few dwellings in a mediaeval forest clearing. However, the village began to grow in direct correlation to the thriving mining industry in the area.
For centuries, coal anthracite was mined in nearby Stepaside, taken to Saundersfoot Beach, and loaded onto boats directly from the sand. However, in the 1800s, the desire for coal and iron ore grew and with it, a need for a more efficient method of transportation. In 1829 Saundersfoot Harbour was built for this purpose, along with a tramway to more easily move the coal from the mines through tunnels in the coastal cliffs to the harbour. The village of Saundersfoot grew to accommodate and service the port and developed into the town we recognise today.
Around 200 years later, the mining industry began to wane, and by the early 20th century, the need for Saundersfoot’s harbour declined and eventually ended. The town then began its transition from an industrial port to the picturesque tourist town it is now. The harbour is now home to colourful fishing boats, sailing yachts, and tour boats, and the town is most known for its beautiful beaches, holiday accommodations and excellent dining scene.
Although very little remains of the coal mines, you can still visit the old coal office in the town centre, where it now serves as a Heritage Centre. The tramway tunnels also remain and form a fascinating, accessible section of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, connecting Saundersfoot and the neighbouring beaches.
Fun things to see and do in Saundersfoot
Wondering how you’ll fill your days? Here’s some recommendations!
Have a traditional beach day
If the weather is on your side, there’s nothing better than heading to the beach with the sole intention of staying there all day. Take your pick of Saundersfoot’s beautiful beaches and be as active as you like. You can build sandcastles, explore rockpools, jump in and out of the sea, and walk the length of the sand hunting for shells.
Or, just relax in the sun with a book, moving only when it’s time for ice cream!
Browse the shops
You can happily while away the day wandering the narrow streets popping in and out of the many eclectic shops. You’ll find bucket and spade shops selling all your beach needs, outdoor adventure shops with all the gear and equipment for sailing and watersports, fashionable boutiques and lovely jewellery shops.
But my favourites are the quirky gift stores, galleries and antique centres along The Strand. There you can browse for hours, discovering one-off treasures, unique souvenirs and work by talented local artists.
Get wet
There are plenty of watersports operations ready to help people of all ages get out on the water. Decide between SUP boarding or kayaking, and take a lesson, or just hire the equipment and head out to explore the coast.
Eat and drink
Saundersfoot has a reputation as something of a foodie destination, with far more independent cafes, excellent restaurants, and delicious dessert huts than a town its size should have. You could dine out for every meal, every day, for a week and still not sample every quality eatery in this town.
Have some you time
Think a holiday should be more relaxing than active? Take yourself to St Brides, a fantastic spa and wellness centre perched on a hill above Saundersfoot. The hotel offers a full range of treatments alongside spectacular views of the town, beaches and bay from its treatment rooms, heated infinity pool and exquisite restaurant.
Take a hike
Saundersfoot is home to one of the most fascinating and accessible stretches of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. The historic tramway that connects Saundersfoot with Coppet Hall Beach and Wisemans Bridge is a well-maintained flat path suitable for buggies, wheelchairs and bikes. Kids will love walking through the atmospheric old tunnels, and there are plenty of places to stop along the way to play on the beach, enjoy the view or get an ice cream.
Alternatively, walk west along the coastal path from Saundersfoot to Tenby. This stunning stretch will take you past remote beaches and wildflower-filled landscapes and let you spot seabirds and dolphins from the headland. It’s a more rugged path than the tramway walk and is around seven kilometres one way. We recommend walking to Tenby, exploring for a few hours, and then catching the bus back.
Explore the harbour
It’d be rude not to spend some time exploring the historic harbour. Wander along the exhibition deck, learning about the area’s past, haul in a catch at the crabbing centre, then grab a coffee and cake from the Marine Centre and watch the boats come and go until low tide leaves them stranded on the sand.
Days out from Saundersfoot…
As beautiful as it is, you might not want to spend every day in Saundersfoot. So here are some of our favourite day trip ideas.
Explore the local area
Don’t worry if you didn’t bring a car, you can still get out and about and explore the beautiful area surrounding Saundersfoot.
Why not use the Tenby Coaster hop-on-hop-off service? Ride the route between Saundersfoot and Tenby on a brightly painted, open-topped bus. Buy one ticket (£6 adult, £4 child, £18 family of five) and hop on and off all day without worrying about extra charges.
Alternatively, hire a bike or an e-bike to explore one of Pembrokeshire’s many cycle routes. Or, for a memorable way to explore the area check out Tuk Tuk Time and join one of their breakfast trips, cocktail and sunset tours or mystery tours!
Enjoy family fun days
This area of Wales is bursting with attractions suitable for families and kids of all ages. Enjoy an adrenaline-fuelled day of roller coasters at Oakwood theme park, go-karts and treetop courses at Heatherton, or laser combat at Battlefield Live. Get up close to the animals at Manor Park safari centre, or experience the Jurassic Age at The Dinosaur Park.
Blue Lagoon indoor water park is the place to head if you need a rainy-day activity, while Folly Farm is a favourite spot that includes exotic animals, adventure playgrounds and an indoor vintage fairground.
Marvel at natural wonders
If you want a day out that’s more about nature than fairground rides, The National Trust-run Colby Woodland Garden is a beautiful place to spend the day, and their kids’ activity packs will keep your little ones engaged as they try to tick off the ’50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.
For a natural adventure that costs nothing, visit The Bosherston Lily Pools at Stackpole. This easy walk loops around waterways full of waterlilies in early summer and wildlife all year round. Keep an eye out for cheeky otters playing in the pools!
Or pay a visit to The Bleeding Yew. This ancient tree stands in the churchyard of St Brynach’s Church in Neven and oozes red sap that looks remarkably like blood. This phenomenon has been going on for decades. My grandparents used to take my cousins and me to visit this tree when we were young, and the eerie and fascinating sight never failed to impress us.
Head out to sea
One of the best things to do in Saundersfoot is to take a boat trip from the harbour to explore the bay, islands and spectacular coastline. The scenery is incredible, as are the wildlife-watching opportunities. The waters around Saundersfoot are home to pods of dolphins, porpoises and seals, and you might see whales or even a basking shark!
Take a trip to Caldey Island to visit the monastery and walk the tranquil beaches. Or visit Skomer Island to see one of the largest puffin nesting sites in Britain and the largest colony of Manx shearwaters worldwide. Cruise around Ramsey and Cardigan Island to visit sea caves, see seals lazing on the rocky beaches and spot more sea birds than you can name.
Go history hunting
Wales isn’t called the land of castles for nothing, and you’ll find several within an easy distance of Saundersfoot. Visit Pembroke Castle (17 km), the birthplace of Henry VII, and Manorbier Castle, with its romantic turrets and beautifully landscaped gardens. Or try 2000-year-old Carew Castle (11 km), a photogenic place that’s part Norman fortress, part Elizabethan manor house, and part tidal mill.
These castles have busy events calendars, so why not go on a ghost walk, watch a mediaeval reenactment or even have a go at archery?
Best kept secrets in Saundersfoot
- Parking in the harbour car park is the most expensive option in Saundersfoot. It’ll cost you £105 a week, whereas if you park at the Regency (still in Saundersfoot centre) or Coppet Hall (1km from the centre), you’ll save a bunch as a week’s permit costs £30 / £35 instead.
- Avoid the summer crowds by heading to one of the area’s often-overlooked beaches. Glen Beach is a rugged spot that attracts far fewer people than the main beach. Wisemans Bridge Beach is a quiet stretch of rocky sand with toilets and a pub, and remote Monkstone Beach will make you feel miles away from the real world.
- Saundersfoot is opening several new attractions along its waterfront to celebrate the area’s nautical and mining history. There will be a Welcome and Heritage Centre in the old coal office in the centre of town, a Storm Centre at the Harbour Marine Centre and a life-size Schooner in the harbour where you can learn about Saundersfoot’s history with pirates and smugglers. The boat will also have a high ropes course so your little pirates can climb the rigging and swing through the masts!
- Heading to the beach and forgetting your book? Visit the beach library! This awesome resource holds a collection of donated books – and occasionally beach toys and games – at the top of the concrete slipway to the main beach.
- Limit your impact on this beautiful area by visiting Ecoast Recycling. You can join them for an organised beach clean up or grab a bag and do your own 2-minute beach clean. Take pictures and tag the #2minutebeachclean movement so this worthy place stops being a secret and more people get involved! Then, at the end of your holiday, drop off broken beach inflatables and wetsuits to be recycled into the innovative products on sale in the store.
Where and what to eat in Saundersfoot
Saundersfoot has more excellent eateries than you could visit in one holiday, and is developing quite a name for itself as a foodie destination. Whether you want casual family dining, takeaway fish ‘n chips, high end cuisine, or an unusual dessert, Saundersfoot has got you covered.
Breakfast and brunch
Start your day off right with these excellent breakfast places:
Periwinkle Bistro
This Mediterranean restaurant serves delicious food in a stylish, laid-back venue. They serve lunch, coffee, shakes and cakes throughout the day and a dinner tapas service on Fridays and Saturdays. But it’s their breakfast menu (served until 11:30 am) that’s the real winner.
They serve classic English breakfasts with vegetarian and vegan variations plus more unique options like Shakshuka with a perfectly poached egg, and a local twist on French toast – egg-soaked bread, fried and sprinkled with Welshman’s caviar, aka seaweed. A must-try during your holiday.
Address: 2 Cambrian Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ER
Open: Monday 09:30 until 17:00, Thursday 09:30 until 17:00, Friday & Saturday 09:30 until 16:30 and 18:00 until 22:00, Sunday 10:00 until 16:00
Call 01834 810 066 to book a table at Periwinkle Bistro
Butternut Pantry
This little cafe is known for its super friendly staff, homemade specials and delicious food elegantly presented. They serve breakfast and lunch and are occasionally open for evening events and special occasions.
They cater for carnivores, vegetarians, vegan and gluten-free guests. And the breakfast menu will have you dithering between a full English, classic eggs Benedict, Welsh rarebit or maple bacon pancakes!
Address: 5 Cambrian Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ER
Open: Monday to Wednesday 09:15 until 15:30, Friday & Saturday 09:15 until 15:30, Sunday 09:15 until 14:30
Call 01834 813 686 to book a table at Butternut Pantry
The Tramway Cafe
This dog-friendly cafe on The Strand is the place to go for simple traditional breakfasts at a reasonable price. And since they serve breakfasts until 1pm, it’s also the spot if you’ve had a holiday lie-in.
The menu includes three sizes of full English, including the massive Miner’s Breakfast with four rashers of bacon, four sausages and three hashbrowns! If you’re not quite that hungry, opt for a breakfast baguette or bap, egg or beans on toast or a simple teacake with butter and jam.
And if you want to start your day with a sugar rush, they have a menu of crepes and waffles guaranteed to satisfy even the sweetest tooth.
Address: The Strand, Saundersfoot SA69 9ET
Open: Monday to Sunday 09:00 until 16:00
Call 07875 776 968 to book a table at The Tramway Cafe
Lunch and laid-back dining
For casual dining in friendly venues check out these options:
Royal Oak Inn
This place is one of the oldest pubs in Saundersfoot, but its vibe is very modern. Enjoy delicious, hearty meals beautifully presented in an elegant yet friendly setting. The menu is classic British pub food with a twist of Mediterranean, and it makes the most of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
This is an excellent spot for steak and seafood lovers, but vegetarians and vegans also have plenty of delicious options. Kids are well cared for too, and dogs are welcome. It’s wise to book ahead in peak season.
Address: Wogan Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HA
Open: Monday & Tuesday 11:00 until 22:30, Wednesday to Saturday 11:00 – 23:00, Sunday 11:00 until 22:30
Book a table at Royal Oak Inn
The Boat House
A family-run restaurant with a lovely beachy aesthetic and a menu that is a step up from standard pub grub. This family-friendly spot offers burgers, pasta, fries and steak alongside more unique options such as homemade coconut masala, garlic mushroom bruschetta, seafood linguini and loaded Cajun dirty fries. Plus, a Jamaican-style prawn cocktail with a Malibu and pineapple mayonnaise that has to be tried!
Look out for live music events in the summer.
Address: 10 Cambrian Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ER
Open: Monday to Saturday 12:00 until 23:00, Sunday 12:00 until 19:00
Book a table at The Boat House
The Captains Table
Classic pub dining and local ales on the harbourfront in Saundersfoot. A large, family and dog-friendly place with a huge beer garden where bands often play in the summer. This is the kind of place where you can stroll off the beach with sandy feet and feel right at home.
Choose from snacks and light bites like salads, paninis and jacket potatoes or heartier options like burgers, lasagna, chilli con carne or steaks.
Address: Stammers Road, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Open: Monday to Sunday 11:00 until 23:00
Call 01834 812 435 to book a table at The Captains Table
Beachfront
If you want to watch the waves as you eat, head to these beachfront cafes and pubs:
The Shoreline
This cute coffee shop sits on The Strand and has a small terrace with beautiful views overlooking the main beach. It’s dog friendly and has plenty of comfortable seating inside too. The breakfast / lunch menu is a little uninspiring, so skip the meals and visit this spot for their excellent coffee and cake or a glass of wine alongside the beautiful view.
Address: 2 The Strand, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ET
Open: Monday to Sunday 9:00 until 18:00
Call 01834 813112 to book a table at The Shoreline
Sail Cafe
For cheap and cheerful food right on the beach, head to The Sail takeaway cafe. Only accessible from the beach, it’s just a short walk left from the main beach slipway.
This cafe serves simple food, including sandwiches, rolls, toasties, panini, pizza slices and pies, plus cakes, ice creams, hot drinks and slushies. It’s all takeaway but the cafe has some tables and chairs outside and puts picnic tables on the sand in peak season.
Address: Saundersfoot Beach, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ET
Open: Varies depending on the season and weather
Call 07971 177 878 to confirm opening
The Old Chemist Inn
This is a large venue off The Strand with beautiful sea views from inside and a sizable beachside beer garden. They serve unpretentious pub food such as Ploughman’s platters, burgers, fish and chips, home-cooked pies, and Sunday lunches. They also specialise in real ales and locally brewed beers and spirits.
Note: the beer garden is sheltered from the beach by another building, so most tables don’t have a beach view. If you want to see the sea, sit inside, grab a table at the farthest corner of the beer garden, or go for one of the few seats on the raised section of the terrace by the door.
Address: The Strand, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ET
Open: Monday to Sunday 12:00 until 22:00 / 23:00
Call 01834 813 982 to book a table at The Old Chemist Inn
Top places for dinner in Saundersfoot
Some of the most popular spots for evening meals:
Mulberry
This restaurant offers a refined menu in a laid-back atmosphere. They even allow dogs in but ask that you book ahead to be allocated a dog-friendly table.
The restaurant’s intriguing menu draws from various European cuisines with occasional Indian flourishes. It changes seasonally but has previously included such delicacies as stuffed quail, scallops with black pudding bon bons, duck confit, whitebait, fillet steak topped with foie gras, and shoulder of lamb served with ratatouille.
Unfortunately, vegetarians are not as well catered for here as at other restaurants in town, but the chef will accommodate any dietary requirements, so call ahead to see what they can do for you. Also, look out for special menus around the festive season and Valentines Day.
Address: Brewery Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HG
Open: Monday to Saturday 12:00 until 14:30 & 17:00 until 21:00, Sunday 12 until 15:00 & 17:00 until 21:00
Call 01834 811 313 to book a table at Mulberry
Kookaba
Kookaba is tucked away from the main strip of Saundersfoot but is well worth hunting down. This Australian-themed steakhouse is perfect for when you want large portions, plenty of choices, and a laid-back atmosphere.
This place serves up grilled meats, burgers, pizzas, salads, and seafood alongside a fully stocked bar and cocktail menu. Vegans and celiacs have more choices than in many places, the kids’ menu is extensive, and yes, you can get a Kangaroo steak!
This place is open for dinner all year round and it also opens Friday to Sunday for lunch in the summer, letting you make the most of its large sun trap beer garden!
Address: High Street, Saundersfoot, SA69 9EJ
Open: Summer months: Monday to Thursday 17:00 until 21:00, Friday to Sunday 12:00 until 15:00 & 17:00 until 21:00 – Winter months: Monday to Sunday 17:00 until 21:00
Book a table at Kookaba
Sao Mai Dragon
Missing your weekly takeaway? Visit Sao Mai Dragon. They’re officially a Vietnamese restaurant but also serve all your favourite Chinese and Cantonese classics and a selection of English meals, including steak and roast chicken.
It’s great value, authentic, tasty food, and comes with friendly, welcoming service. They offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery service if you just can’t be bothered to go out.
Address: 2 – 3 Brewery Terrace, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HG
Open: Monday to Sunday 17:00 until 22:00
Call 01834 813 615 to book a table at Sao Mai Dragon
Something special
If you’re looking to push the boat out, celebrate an occasion or just love good food, Saundersfoot has several options for dining experience to remember:
The Stone Crab
If you want to taste the best Saundersfoot has to offer, you need to visit The Stone Crab. And that’s not just us saying that. They’ve won awards naming them not just the best restaurant in Saundersfoot but the best seafood spot in Wales!
The menu is a mouthwatering collection of the best local seafood, offering locally caught lobster, Saundersfoot Crab and Carmarthen Bay Mussels. But you’ll also find some surprising options, such as cod kiev, Indonesian seafood curry, and a cod cheek and anchovy spaghetti, which almost tempted me away from their signature seafood sharing platter – but only almost.
Bookings for this popular spot are essential and in high demand, so if you’re after a specific date during peak season, get in touch early to secure your place!
Address: The Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Open: Monday to Sunday 11:00 until 22:30 – Food served 12:00 until 14:00 & 17:30 until 21:00
Call 01834 813 651 to book a table at The Stone Crab
Coast
Next door to Saundersfoot at Coppet Hall Beach is a fantastic high-end dining experience with one of the best views in the area. Located on the top level of the Coppet Hall amenities centre, Coast has a large decking and a wall of windows with unbroken views of the beach and Saundersfoot Bay. Simply stunning! And the food is pretty spectacular too!
Coast specialises in imaginative tasting menus showcasing the best of the area’s produce, both of the land and sea. The menu changes regularly but features an innovative blend of local, seasonal, and sustainably sourced ingredients.
Visit for lunch or dinner, enjoy a two or three-course prix fixe menu, or a five or seven-course tasting menu – vegetarian option available. Expertly selected wine pairings can accompany your meals if you choose.
If you want to enjoy the exquisite setting and ambience on a lower budget, Coast also offers a bar menu with cured meats and Welsh cheese platters, bread and olives, and oysters, which you can enjoy alongside a coffee, glass of wine or a cocktail. We highly recommend trying The 1829, an inky black cocktail made with Penderyn peated whiskey and charcoal powder in honour of Saundersfoot’s mining history.
Address: Coppet Hall Beach Centre, Saundersfoot, SA69 9AJ
Open: Wednesday to Saturday 12:00 until 14:00 and 18:30 until 20:45
Book a table at Coast
The Cliff
St Brides is an award-winning spa hotel in Saundersfoot, with an incredible restaurant on site. The Cliff restaurant makes the most of St Brides’ hilltop location with huge windows offering dramatic views of Saundersfoot town and beach and far-reaching views of the bay and coastline.
The menu at The Cliff is constantly changing as the chef makes the most of seasonal ingredients, but it will likely showcase locally caught seafood and shellfish, Welsh lamb, local cheeses and Pembrokeshire vegetables, all cooked simply yet to perfection. Vegans are also well catered for, with a dedicated menu offering two choices for each course and options, such as the butternut squash tagine with saffron and coriander couscous, which are so delicious that even carnivores will fancy them.
The Cliff offers lunch and dinner daily, and Sunday lunch with a set two or three-course menu. From Thursday to Saturday, they also serve an elegant afternoon tea accompanied by champagne or Prosecco if you’re feeling bubbly!
Address: St Brides Spa Hotel, St Brides Hill, Saundersfoot, SA69 9NH
Open: Monday to Sunday 12:00 until 15:00 and 18:00 until 21:00 – Afternoon tea: Thursday to Saturday 14:00 until 16:00
Book a table at The Cliff
Lokkys
Head to Lokkys at The Imperial Dragon Hotel for exquisitely presented Pan-Asian cuisine in a sumptuous setting. This decadently decorated hotel restaurant is open to the public and well worth the two-mile journey from Saundersfoot.
Lokkys serves an eclectic Asian fusion menu with influences from Singapore, Korea, Japan and Vietnam. Choose from such mouthwatering options as crispy duck, pulled pork bao buns, coconut cream curry, yuzu salmon, oxtail gyoza and sushi.
Vegan and vegetarian options are available, as is a simplified children’s menu. And you will want to save room for dessert because the unusual items on offer – such as jackfruit crumble and matcha pannacotta – will make you want to sample everything.
Address: The Imperial Dragon Hotel, Wooden, Saundersfoot, SA69 9DY
Open: Tuesday to Thursday 17:00 until 21:30, Friday & Saturday 12:00 until 14:30 & 17:00 until 22:00, Sunday 12:00 until 14:30 & 17:00 until 21:30
Book a table at Lokkys
Best fish ‘n chips in Saundersfoot
No seaside holiday in Wales is complete without hot, delicious, salt and vinegar drenched fish ‘n chips! And Saundersfoot has some great options.
Marina
This place is an institution in Saundersfoot and sells all the traditional classics. Beer-battered fish, hand-cut chips, curry sauce, battered sausages, mushy peas, they’ve got the lot! And it’s all freshly cooked to order and delicious. There’s also a good kids’ menu, full breakfasts and sandwiches, and lighter options of grilled rather than fried fish with salad.
Located in the centre of town beside the harbour, it has plenty of seating inside and out and is easy to get to whether you’re coming off the beach for lunch or grabbing takeaway for dinner.
Address: The Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Open: Monday to Thursday 12:00 until 19:30, Friday & Saturday 12:00 until 20:00, Sunday 12:00 until 19:00
Call 01834 813 598 for more info
Small Fry
This shiny silver food truck parks up at the main beach entrance and serves up fancy fish and chips right on the sand.
Choose from battered lobster tails, salt and pepper squid, tempura tiger prawns, baby calamari, and breaded king prawns, all served with chips, sesame seaweed and lemon. If you’re not feeling the seafood, there are plenty of other options, including mozzarella sticks, nachos, dirty fries, and burgers.
Kids can grab fish fingers, nuggets, or sausage and chips, while veggies and vegans are catered for with a meat-free quarter-pounder burger with or without cheese. And – because we’re living in the future – they accept cards as well as cash.
Address: Entrance to Saundersfoot Main Beach, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Harold O’Vinegars
This seafood deli sits in the new Ocean Square retail development on the waterfront and caters to all your seafood desires, including live, locally landed lobsters and crabs to take home and cook for dinner. But they also sell ready-to-eat pots of mussels, prawns and cockles, dressed crab salad and delicious local crab and prawn sandwiches.
And don’t forget to add a chilled bottle of champagne to take your seafood picnic to the next level!
Address: 15 Ocean Square, Saundersfoot Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Dessert
Got a sweet tooth? Saundersfoot will not let you down. You can’t take a step in this beachfront town without coming across an ice cream van or a kiosk selling buckets of candy floss and sticks of rock. But if you fancy something a little different, try these:
Chock Shop
This heavenly spot serves brownies in flavours you’ve never even imagined. Classic, salted caramel, black forest, Welsh whiskey, chilli, banoffee, white chocolate and raspberry… the options are endless! Get there before noon to grab any brownie and a hot drink for £4.00.
Address: 4 & 5 Ocean Square, Saundersfoot Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Sue’s Pantry
Try to walk past this bakery on The Strand without being tempted by the colourful confectionaries in the window. Choose from a delicious selection of cupcakes, pastries, cheesecakes and cream teas. Gluten-free, vegan and non-dairy cakes are also available.
Address: 8 The Strand, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ET
Open: Monday to Sunday 10:00 until 17:00
Call 07805 775 264 for more info
Mamgu Welsh Cakes
Walk along the harbour to the Marine Centre, where Mamgu’s (Welsh for Grandma’s) offers delicious Welsh cakes in classic and non-traditional flavours. Options include coconut, lime and ginger, white chocolate and Biscoff, cheese and leek and chilli. Grab a coffee to go with them, and then enjoy the stunning views of Monkstone Point as you eat.
Address: The Marine Centre, Saundersfoot Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Open: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00 until 16:30
Call 01437 231 002 for more info
The Hive
Traditional ice cream not doing it for you? Head to The Hive for a cone or cup of their award-winning honey ice cream. This naturally sweetened treat comes in various flavours, including hazelnut, honeycomb, Bueno, raspberry ripple, chocolate and rum.
Address: 7 – 8 Beddoes Court, Milford Street, Saundersfoot, SA69 9EW
Open: Easter to October: Monday to Sunday 11:00 until 17:00
Self-catering
Rather cook for yourself than head to a restaurant? Not to worry, in the centre of town, you’ve got a Tesco Express and a Spar for all your basic needs. Then you can pick up some delicious local produce from the speciality shops to make your meals extra special.
Harold O’Vinegars Seafood Deli sells a full range of seafood, including locally caught lobster and crab. Pick them up live or pre-cooked.
The Copper Hog Deli and Butchers have got all the meat you need to throw a perfect barbecue, they also have freshly cooked baguettes and pies perfect for a picnic and specialise in Welsh lamb for Sunday dinners.
The Village Wine Shop is tiny but has a good selection of wines and locally made spirits if you want to pick up a bottle of something special.
And if you’re travelling with a car, it’s well worth the trip to the Four Seasons Farm Shop just outside town. This fantastic place is chock full of locally grown and sourced products, including organic vegetables, Welsh meats and cheeses, jars of Laverbread, and freshly baked pastries and desserts. They also have an excellent collection of local wines, beers and spirits and a delicious selection of olives and antipasti to go with them.
Bars & night spots in Saundersfoot
Saundersfoot is not exactly known for its nightlife. In fact, if you’re looking for a lively night out with a wide choice of bars and lounges, you should probably head to nearby Tenby instead. Saundersfoot is more about chilled evenings spent drinking local ales and gins in casual pubs. But that’s not to say you can’t find a good time. So long as you’re not expecting glitz and glamour and international DJs, you can have a great time.
Here are some of the best options for a good night out:
Harbwr
This pub in the town centre is run by the Tenby-based brewery of the same name and specialises in their full range of real ales and beers. They serve classic pub food all day long, have nice seating out front for sunny evenings, and are the place to be for quiz nights, live sports and live music in the summer.
Address: High Street, Saundersfoot, SA69 9EJ
Open: Monday to Sunday 12:00 until 23:00
Book a table at Harbwr Bar & Kitchen
The Captains Table
A casual, friendly pub that serves food all day long and turns into a livelier venue as the sun goes down. And sometimes, while the sun is still up! They have live music throughout the summer and often set the bands up outside in the large beer garden, making for a wonderful festival vibe, expertly fuelled by the range of wines, spirits, cocktails, and real ales on offer at the bar.
Address: Saundersfoot Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
Open: Monday to Sunday 11:00 until 23:00
Call 01834 812435 to book a table at The Captains Table
The Hean Castle Inn
This central spot was a dated venue with a rather unfriendly vibe for a long time. However, it’s recently undergone a change of management that is doing good things for its atmosphere. They’ve implemented happy hour deals, live music sessions and open mic nights. So it’s now well worth stopping by for a drink or two. Grab a seat out front to watch people coming and going off the beach.
Address: High Street, Saundersfoot, SA69 9ES
Open: Monday to Sunday 12:00 until 00:00
Call 01834 491 378 to book a table at The Hean Castle Inn
Sands Nightclub
This is your one and only option for late-night action. They serve tasty cocktails and chilled bottles of fizz and pump out a mix of rock, retro, pop, and house tunes. They’re open till late on Saturday nights, plus the occasional Wednesday and Friday. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to see when they’re opening and for information about their theme nights, drinks offers and free entry deals.
Address: Milford Street, Saundersfoot, SA69 9EN
Open: Saturday 23:00 until 04:00
Call 01834 813 728 for more info
Events & festivals in and around Saundersfoot
Saundersfoot is a little town that loves a chance to throw a party. There are plenty of events happening throughout the year, and new ones are being added all the time. Check out some of these highlights of the festival calendar:
New Year’s Day Swim
Saundersfoot kicks the year off right with one of the biggest events in its calendar: the New Year’s Day Swim. Every January 1st since 1984, hardy swimmers have taken the plunge into the icy winter waters off the main beach to start the year with a splash. It began with just 17 people over 30 years ago, but in 2023, over 2,000 people took to the water, with many more watching and thousands of pounds raised for local charities. So, if you’re in Saundersfoot over the new year, head to the beach to get wet or cheer on the hardy swimmers.
Cawl Trail
What’s more Welsh than a bowl of Cawl? Well, how about multiple bowls of cawl? On St David’s Day? While listening to a male voice choir? Alongside members of the Welsh Rugby team????
Well, this astounding level of Welshness is on offer at Saundersfoot’s annual Cawl Trail!
Cawl is Wales’ national dish, a hearty stew made with Welsh lamb, potatoes, leaks and other veg. And every year at the start of March, Saundersfoot’s cafes, restaurants, and pubs serve up steaming bowls of their best recipe. Visitors try them all and vote for their favourites in the hotly contested competition.
The event also includes live music and family-friendly entertainment and often attracts members of the Welsh International Rugby team, who turn up to show their support. Its a must-do event for foodies and local culture lovers alike.
Coppet Sailing Week
Calling all sailors to Saundersfoot Sailing Club’s Coppet Week Regatta! This event has been running for an impressive 50 years to become a staple of the calendar and one of the first markers that summer is underway. This sailing festival is a wonderful chance to gather with like-minded people – some of whom have been returning to this event for decades – to participate in or simply watch a week of friendly (but nonetheless competitive) races.
SaundersFest
A new festival to the circuit for 2023 is SaundersFest. A three-day live music festival with acts covering a range of genres from rock, ska, and indie to male voice choirs, opera singers and even a 17-piece sea shanty band!
Aside from an eclectic musical lineup, the event will feature open-air bars, food trucks, stalls and a range of family-friendly entertainment at the festival field.
TenFoot Swim
Missed the New Year’s Day swim? Don’t worry, you get another chance to take to the waters in July for the TenFoot Swim. Don’t let the name fool you. This is a 5.5 km open water swim that starts on Tenby’s North Beach and finishes on Coppet Hall Beach. All proceeds go to charity.
Cider And Sausage Festival
Like cider? Like sausages? Like live music in atmospheric surroundings? Then this is the festival for you. A picnic-style evening event where you can bring your own blankets and chairs and enjoy great food and drink, including craft ciders and all manner of sausages, including vegetarian and vegan options.
The event will be opened in 2023 by one of my absolute favourite local bands, Daisy B and the Daisychain, who never fail to get a crowd up and dancing with their mix of foot-stomping covers and soulful original tunes. And it’s headlined by those famous cider lovers, The Wurzels! All in the atmospheric grounds of Pembrokeshire castle.
VegOut Festival
Another new festival to the scene that we hope becomes an annual feature is VegOut Festival in Llanteg, just a 10-minute drive from Saundersfoot.
This vegan-centric festival includes two days of food, drink, yoga, holistic therapies, pottery, craft workshops, talks, live music, camping, and – most importantly – a Nerf gun war zone!
This not-for-profit event offers a dog and family friendly environment, with discounted tickets for under 16s, free entry for under 6s, and all profits donated to Greenpeace and ‘LARC’ – Llanteg and Amroth Renaturing Community.
Saundersfoot Triathlon
Want to exert some energy while enjoying beautiful surroundings? The Saundersfoot Triathlon is for you. The course starts on Saundersfoot Main Beach with a 750m sea swim, followed by a picturesque 20km circular bike ride, and then finishes with a 5km run along the seafront, through the historic mining tunnels, returning to finish amidst cheering crowds in Saundersfoot centre.
Big Bang Weekend
A family-friendly event to celebrate the double fun of Halloween and Bonfire Night. Expect fireworks, toffee apples, pumpkin carving, fancy dress competitions and the Spooky Bat Trail, where kids win prizes for finding bats hidden around the town. A perfect way to enjoy the October / November half-term.
Coastal Christmas
Saundersfoot loves to dress up in twinkly lights and make the most of the festive season with Coastal Christmas! This event runs for the entire month of December and the first week of January.
It includes a Christmas market packed with unique, locally made gifts sourced from the eclectic shops and artists in the local area, plus delicious festive food and warming drinks. There are live music and performance events, festive decorations, lantern parades, tunnel lights, and fireworks! It’s a fantastic place to get into the festive spirit and do a little Christmas shopping!
Best beaches in and around Saundersfoot
The Saundersfoot area is home to some fantastic beaches. Check out some of our favourites:
Saundersfoot Main Beach
The picturesque main beach is Saundersfoot’s biggest highlight, and with good reason. This stunning stretch of beach is beautiful, super accessible, family-friendly and amenity-adjacent.
Flanked by the atmospheric harbour at one end and a rocky headland at the other, there is half a mile of award-winning golden sand to explore. The wide expanse is perfect for spreading out, walking, playing beach games, relaxing, and enjoying stunning views of the bay and coastline. The clear water is shallow and sheltered, ideal for little paddlers, and, with lifeguards throughout the summer, you can swim in safety.
The beach is accessed right in the centre of town via a concrete ramp perfect for buggies and wheelchairs. Plus, beach wheelchairs with large sand-friendly wheels can be pre-booked and collected at the harbour. There is parking right next to the beach and public toilets and showers by the sailing club at the harbour.
Shops, cafes and ice cream vans line the slipway offering everything you could want or need for your day at the beach. And you’ll find more cafes backing onto the sand so you can sit with a coffee, beer or plate of chips and enjoy the stunning views.
Glen Beach
In peak season, the main beach can get busy, so anyone wanting more peace or space to spread out should head to lesser-known Glen Beach behind the harbour.
This small sandy beach offers a more rugged experience than the main beach. It’s great for explorers as it’s backed by craggy tree-topped cliffs with rock pools and small caves to investigate. It allows dogs all year round and is a popular spot for snorkelling thanks to abundant rocks which attract plenty of sea life. The Marine Centre at the harbour has a watersports shop where you can rent a paddleboard or kayak to explore the coastline further.
At low tide, you can stroll to Glen Beach along the main beach past the harbour, where kids will love looking at the boats sitting on the sand. But you might also have to hop over the stream that flows out of the harbour. So if you want a more accessible route, walk through the town centre, along the harbour wall and down the zigzagging concrete slope onto the sand.
Note that Glen Beach has no facilities, so collect supplies in the town centre and visit the toilets at the harbour before heading to the sand.
Monkstone Beach
A two kilometre walk from Saundersfoot along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path (or Glen Beach at low tide), will take you past beautiful coastal scenery to the craggy rock formations of Monkstone Point. This dramatic headland sits at the far southern edge of Saundersfoot Bay and offers incredible views back towards town and across the bay. Once you round the headland, you’ll find yourself on Monkstone Beach.
This stretch of sandy beach is a true hidden gem. Located between Tenby and Saundersfoot, it is often overlooked as people head to the better-known and easier-accessed beaches on either side. But it’s well worth a visit, and it’s dog friendly all year round!
This expanse of sand has no facilities or lifeguards, rarely any crowds and feels remote and unspoiled despite its proximity to two of Pembrokeshire’s most popular holiday destinations.
Protected by cliffs, this beach offers a sheltered place to relax, swim, paddle and enjoy views of Tenby. But keep an eye on the tides as they can come in fast here, and there’s not much sand left at high tide!
If you don’t fancy walking from Saundersfoot, you can drive three kilometres from Saundersfoot, park by Trevayne Farm, and then follow the footpath to the beach. Access is via a steep but well-looked-after path, and steps to the beach.
Coppet Hall Beach
Right next to Saundersfoot Main Beach is slightly smaller but no less beautiful Coppet Hall Beach. It holds the same blue flag status as the main beach and features the same vast flat expanse of sand and sheltered waters perfect for families and swimmers. However, this beach does not have lifeguards even in peak season.
It’s also a little more rugged than the main beach, with a headland at the northern end full of rock pools for exploring. And it’s often a little quieter than the main beach, although not as peaceful as Glen Beach.
Rather than the shops and cafes that line Main Beach, Coppet Hall is backed by a large car park and fields. There is a custom-built facilities development which houses everything you need for a day at the beach. You’ll find toilets, showers, and information here and can collect a pre-booked beach wheelchair for the day. There is a kiosk selling ice creams, hot drinks and cake, and Coast, a high-end restaurant with stunning views of the bay. There’s also a shop selling beach clothes and wetsuits and a watersports centre where you can book a lesson or hire SUP boards, kayaks, wetsuits and bikes.
You can drive to Coppet Hall Beach or walk along the beach from Saundersfoot at low tide. Alternatively, you can walk or cycle through the historic mining tunnels that connect this beach to Saundersfoot in one direction and Wisemans Bridge in the other.
Wisemans Bridge Beach
If you enjoyed walking through the tunnels from Saundersfoot to Coppet Hall Beach, keep going along the coastal path to Wisemans Bridge Beach (1.2 km). The walk takes you through more of the old tramway tunnels and along a raised sea wall until you emerge at a wide, rocky strip of beach often quieter than its neighbouring beaches at Saundersfoot and Armagh.
It’s backed by rugged cliffs with plenty of rock pools to explore. And at very low tides, you can even see the remains of a ‘drowned forest’ with fossilised tree trunks and branches emerging through the sand and clay.
The water here is shallow and relatively calm but not as good for kids as Saundersfoot because the shoreline is rocky and trickier to enter, and there aren’t any lifeguards.
Beside the beach, you have limited free parking, public toilets and the Wisemans Bridge Inn serving pub food and drinks. Dogs are allowed all year round.
Amroth Beach
And once you’ve reached Wisemans Bridge, you might as well keep going along the sand or coastal path to Amroth Beach.
This is a vast expanse of flat sand broken up by barnacle-covered wooden groynes that jut out into the sea and create intriguing little tide pools. This peaceful beach has blue flag status, clear, calm waters, lifeguards and plenty of facilities, including toilets, a shop, a cafe, an ice cream hut and several pubs nearby. It’s a popular spot with locals and holidaymakers alike but doesn’t attract nearly the same crowds as Saundersfoot or Tenby and remains something of an under-the-radar gem.
Most of the beach access is by climbing over the bank of pebbles at the back of the beach. But you’ll find concrete slipways near the parking areas at either end if you need easier access.
At the very far end, it turns into Telpyn Beach, a remote feeling, often deserted sandy stretch where dogs are allowed all year long.
12 cool things to keep kids entertained in Saundersfoot!
What more do kids need than a beach, a bucket and spade, and occasional injections of ice cream?
Ok, we know it takes a little more than that to keep them entertained all holiday, so here are 12 of our favourite ideas to keep kids busy, and happy. And maybe even tire them out a little!
- Go crabbing! This is one of the best things to do in Saundersfoot with kids. Pick up a crab bucket, line and bait and head to the dedicated crabbing centre on the Events Deck at the harbour. Follow the instructions on the banners and spend a few hours seeing how many crabs you can catch!
- Play beach games. Saundersfoot’s Main Beach is flat and wide, perfect for playing raucous games of beach tennis, volleyball, frisbee, football or even rounders if you can get a big enough gang together!
- Visit Chobbles Traditional Sweet Shop. Kids can fill up on sugar while you rediscover all your old favourites like rhubarb and custards, pear drops, cola cubes, sherbert fountains and fudge!
- Want to wear the kids out good and proper? Get them out in that water paddling, swimming and learning new skills. Check out SUP-boarding, kayaking or coasteering! This extreme coastal adventuring sport combines all the adrenaline of extreme sports and the fun of ocean swimming with the chance to explore amazing natural landscapes and watch for wildlife.
- Step back in time at one of the castles that Wales is famous for! Pembroke and Carew Castle are both nearby and offer activities like guided tours, spooky ghost walks, mediaeval reenactments, treasure hunts and theatrical performances.
- Need a rainy day activity? Got a pocket full of coins to burn? Head to Booths Arcade to enjoy old-school amusements like 2p cascades, pinball, claw grabbers, and video games.
- Head to the rockpools at Coppet Hall or Glen Beach and see what sea life you can find in the pools.
- Get on a boat! Take a boat trip out into the bay to go sightseeing, fishing, or wildlife-watching around the local islands. Keep an eye on the water for dolphins and seals!
- Take a walk, or cycle through the eerie historic tunnels that connect Saunderstfoot, Coppet Hall and Wisemans Bridge. Your kids can get some fresh air and exercise as they learn about local history.
- Visit one of the many excellent family-friendly theme parks in the area. Ride roller coasters, walk with dinosaurs, visit exotic animals, or splash down water slides.
- For a creative indoor activity that also leaves you with a memorable souvenir, visit Periwinkle Pottery. Enjoy a coffee and cake as your kids unleash their inner artist decorating ceramic mugs, plates and ornaments with a seaside theme.
- Explore the harbour. Walk along the high harbour walls and watch the fishing boats come and go. Watch the tide go out and leave the fishing boats stranded on the sand, run down to explore the dried-out harbour and get up close to the boats, then watch from the walls as the tide comes back in and lifts them all back up again.
That’s it!
So that’s everything you need to know about the pretty little town of Saundersfoot. Now what are you waiting for? Book your dream accommodation now to start planning your perfect seaside holiday in Wales!
Anita moved to South Wales as a child and has thought of herself as Welsh ever since – especially when it comes to rugby! She spent her childhood sailing the coastline and playing on the beaches and now continues to explore her chosen country as an adult. She loves discovering quirky villages, trying out adventure sports, and hunting for the best fish n chips in Wales.