08/10/2025
Local Area & Things to Do
Thistledown Lodge is just a 5-minute drive (2.5 km) from Broad Haven Beach — ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and sunset walks.
Nearby Little Haven (8 mins / 3.5 km) offers a charming cove, pubs, and seaside dining, while Nolton Haven (12 mins / 6 km) provides quiet sands and dramatic cliffs.
Pembroke Castle - 17 km / 20 mins
Coastal Walks
Explore the Pembrokeshire Coast Path directly from Broad Haven:
• Broad Haven Circular Walk – 2.6 km (~45 min)
• Broad Haven to Nolton Haven – 6 km (~2 hrs)
• Broad Haven & Haroldston Woods – 5.1 km (~1.5 hrs)
All routes offer breathtaking sea views and opportunities to spot local wildlife.
Wildlife & Nature
• Skomer Island – 20 mins to Martin’s Haven for boat trips. Between April–August, see puffins, guillemots, and seals in their natural habitat — a must-see!
• Dolphin & Seal Spotting – Head to St Brides Bay, Broad Haven, or Newgale for frequent sightings. Boat tours run from Dale and Martin’s Haven.
Eateries, Cafés & Ice Creams
• The Ocean Café Bar & Restaurant (Broad Haven) – seafront views, homemade cakes, and delicious meals.
• The Galleon Inn (Broad Haven) – relaxed pub classics with local ales.
• The St Brides Inn (Little Haven) – a cosy, traditional pub, just 8 minutes away.
• Sunset Café – perfect for breakfast or takeaway coffees.
• Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream Parlour (Broad Haven) – local favourite for a post-beach treat.
Travel Distances
• Broad Haven Beach – 5 mins (2.5 km)
• Little Haven – 8 mins (3.5 km)
• Nolton Haven – 12 mins (6 km)
• Martin’s Haven (Skomer Island boats) – 20 mins
• Haverfordwest (shops & supermarkets) – 10-15 mins