Ramsey House - 5 Star Boutique B&B in St Davids, Pembrokeshire

12/10/2026

🐬 Wildlife watching around St Davids — what might you spot? 🦭

One of the wonderful things about living and staying here is that you never quite know what you might see along the Pembrokeshire coast.

Grey seals in the water, choughs flying above the cliffs, seabirds on the offshore islands — and, if you’re lucky, dolphins or porpoises out at sea.

Autumn is a particularly special time to look out for seals, with pups arriving on remote beaches around Ramsey Island. The trick is to be patient, keep your distance and let nature do its own thing.

We’ve put together a guide to wildlife watching around St Davids, including where to look, what you might see throughout the seasons and how to enjoy it responsibly.

Read our guide here:
https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/wildlife-watching-st-davids-pembrokeshire/

Have you ever spotted a seal, dolphin or particularly memorable bird around our coast? We’d love to hear about it! 🌊

13/09/2026

🌦️ RAIN IN ST DAVIDS? DON’T WORRY…

Let’s be honest — this is Pembrokeshire, and occasionally, like today, the Welsh weather has other plans! 😂

But a rainy day in St Davids really doesn’t mean a day wasted.

There’s the magnificent Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace, galleries and independent shops to explore, lovely cafés and places for a leisurely lunch… and when the rain eases, the coast can look even more dramatic beneath those big Pembrokeshire skies. 🌊

And sometimes, the best thing to do is simply slow down, find somewhere cosy and enjoy being here.

We’ve put together our latest local guide with some of our favourite ways to enjoy St Davids when it rains — plus a suggested rainy-day itinerary.

☔️ Read it here:

https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/things-to-do-in-st-davids-when-it-rains/

And remember…

There’s no such thing as bad weather — just the wrong coat! 😉

Rain in St Davids? Don’t worry! Discover the best things to do on a wet day, from the Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace to galleries, cafés and cosy local experiences.

08/09/2026

🌿 FIRST TIME VISITING ST DAVIDS? START HERE…

Planning your first trip to St Davids, Pembrokeshire? There’s rather more to discover here than you might expect from Britain’s smallest city!

From the magnificent Cathedral and medieval Bishop’s Palace to beautiful beaches, the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, wildlife, boat trips, independent shops and some lovely places to eat — there’s plenty to fill a weekend.

But how long should you stay?
What shouldn’t you miss?
Where are the best places to walk?
And how do you make the most of your time here?

We’ve put together our latest guide to help first-time visitors plan their stay — including our suggestions for a perfect two-day visit and a few tips we’ve picked up from living here. 💙

👇 Read our First-Time Visitor’s Guide to St Davids here:

https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/a-first-time-visitors-guide-to-st-davids-pembrokeshire/

And if you’ve visited St Davids before, we’d love to know:

What’s the one thing you think every first-time visitor should see or do? 🌊

Planning your first visit to St Davids? Discover what to see and do, where to walk, the best beaches, where to eat and how to make the most of your stay.

30/08/2026

🏖️ THE BEST BEACHES NEAR ST DAVIDS

If you’re dreaming of a Pembrokeshire escape, you might be surprised just how many beautiful beaches and little coastal gems are within easy reach of St Davids.

From the wide golden sands of Whitesands Bay, to the colourful cliffs of Caerfai, the tiny harbour at Porthclais and the incredible Blue Lagoon at Abereiddy…

There are plenty of places to explore. 🌊

We’ve put together our latest St Davids guide, including our favourite beaches and coastal spots — plus a few tips on what makes each one special.

Whether you’re looking for a classic sandy beach, somewhere quieter to explore, dramatic coastal scenery or simply somewhere beautiful to sit and watch the sea, there’s something here for you.

👇 Read our guide here:

https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/the-best-beaches-near-st-davids-pembrokeshire-ramsey-house/

And if you’ve visited St Davids before…

Which is YOUR favourite beach? 🏖️

We’d love to know! 💙

Discover the best beaches near St Davids, Pembrokeshire, from beautiful Whitesands and Caerfai to hidden coves, dramatic coastline and the Blue Lagoon.

28/08/2026

Do you want to see hidden places at St Davids Cathedral, rarely open to the public? Tomorrow is your chance!

Porth Y Twr is open to the public and tours available throughout the day. Try your hand at ringing a bell, and listen to the bellringers 🔔

Don’t miss it! Details are below ⬇️

RARELY seen parts of St Dav­ids Cathed­ral will be opened to vis­it­ors this Bank Hol­i­day week­end, offer­ing access to medi­eval fea­tures and ancient Chris­tian monu­ments nor­mally hid­den from pub­lic view. Porth-y-twr, the his­toric gate­house...

09/08/2026

Fresh on the blog today! 🖋️

🥾 Some of the best walks in Pembrokeshire start right from our front door…

One of the things we love most about being in St Davids is that you don’t need to get in the car before your walk even begins.

From Ramsey House, you’re within easy reach of some spectacular sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.

We’ve put together a guide to some of our favourite walks, including:

🌊 Porthclais to Whitesands – our favourite! Around 8.3 miles from Ramsey House, taking in beaches, the lifeboat station, spectacular views of Ramsey Island and the fast-moving waters of Ramsey Sound. And there’s a café waiting at Whitesands when you arrive!

⛪ Porthclais to Solva via St Non’s – a beautiful 2½–3 hour walk taking in the place where tradition says St David was born, the tiny chapel, healing well and stunning views across St Bride’s Bay.

🌊 Solva to Newgale – a hillier and more challenging walk, but with some wonderful views across Solva and Newgale.

🐴 Porthgain to Whitesands – a longer adventure taking in the Blue Lagoon, Abereiddi and the wilder landscape of St Davids Head, where you may encounter the local wild ponies. If you have the energy, the detour up Carn Llidi gives you one of the most unmissable views in the area. Keep an eye out for the ancient Coetan Arthur cromlech too.

🌅 Porthclais, St Non’s & Caerfai circular – our shorter option, taking around 1½–2 hours and bringing you back into St Davids for a well-earned coffee, lunch or browse around the shops.

We’ve included practical information, walking times and our own local tips in the full guide.

And remember, the best way to walk the Pembrokeshire Coast is slowly. Stop for the views. Explore the little corners. Listen to the sea. Take the photograph.

That’s what being here is all about. ❤️

Read the full guide on our website.

https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/best-walks-from-st-davids/

Which St Davids walk is your favourite?

Discover the best walks from St Davids, from Porthclais to Whitesands and Solva to shorter coastal walks around St Nons and Caerfai

27/07/2026

🤩 We have just two rooms left for this!
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🌒 Did you know that a partial solar eclipse will be visible from Pembrokeshire next month?

On Wednesday 12 August, the eclipse will begin at around 6.15pm, reaching its maximum at approximately 7.12pm before ending shortly after 8pm.

Here in Pembrokeshire, around 94% of the Sun is expected to be covered, weather permitting, of course! 🤞🏻

For the best chance of seeing it, find somewhere with a clear view towards the west.

Please remember never to look directly at the Sun, ordinary sunglasses aren’t safe, so please make sure you use certified eclipse glasses or another safe viewing method.

Where in Pembrokeshire will you try to watch it from? 👀

27/07/2026

🌅 Where’s the best place to watch the sunset in St Davids?

Everyone knows about our spectacular coastline, but one of our favourite sunset spots isn’t a beach at all.

Perched on the bench above Porth y Tŵr (the Bell Tower), the view across St Davids Cathedral as the evening light catches the ancient stone is simply magical. As the Cathedral bells echo gently across the valley, it’s one of the most peaceful places to end the day.

Of course, there are plenty of other wonderful places to watch the sun go down too. From the glowing red cliffs of Caerfai Bay, the wide-open sands of Whitesands, the tranquillity of Porthclais Harbour, the sweeping views from St Non’s, or, for those who enjoy a climb, the breathtaking panorama from Carn Llidi.

We’ve rounded up all of our favourite sunset spots in our latest blog, along with a few local tips to help you make the most of a Pembrokeshire evening.

✨ Which is your favourite place to watch the sunset around St Davids? Fresh on the blog today (link below). We’d love to hear your recommendations too!



https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/where-to-watch-the-best-sunsets-in-and-around-st-davids/

23/07/2026

Two of our guests went out on a fishing trip with Blue Shark Charters, catching fresh mackerel. This is the dish Shaun is rustling up for them this morning….

Freshly caught pan fried mackerel, tomato, bacon, lime

Of course I had to be the guinea pig to check it tasted good last night….. 😂 😋

Would you choose this for breakfast?
😋 🐟 🥓 🍋‍🟩

20/07/2026

☕ Looking for the best cafés in St Davids?

One of the questions we’re asked most often by guests is, “Where’s the best place for coffee?” The answer depends on what you’re looking for!

From a hidden harbour kiosk serving ice creams after a sea swim, to creative brunches, elegant afternoon tea and cosy cafés perfect for watching the world go by, we’ve shared some of our favourite local recommendations.

Have you visited any of these? Or is there another St Davids favourite you’d add to the list? We’d love to hear your suggestions!

Read the full guide on our website.

https://www.ramseyhouse.co.uk/where-to-eat-in-st-davids-the-best-cafes-coffee-shops-afternoon-tea/