From Broad Haven to The Green Bridge of Wales — Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro / Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
From Broad Haven to The Green Bridge of Wales — Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro / Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
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From Broad Haven to The Green Bridge of Wales — Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro / Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
03:48
14.2km
160m
Hiking
Embark on a moderate hike from Broad Haven to The Green Bridge of Wales, a dramatic coastal journey spanning 8.8 miles (14.2 km) with an elevation gain of 520 feet (158 metres). This route, typically completed in about 3 hours and 48 minutes, takes you along carboniferous limestone cliffs, offering impressive vistas and unique geological features. You will encounter spectacular sea-sculpted formations like Stennis Ford, Huntsman's Leap, and The Cauldron, with the terrain winding around headlands, requiring sure-footedness.
Before you set out, be aware that a significant portion of this trail passes through the Castlemartin Firing Range, which is Ministry of Defence land. The range can be closed to the public for military exercises, so it is essential to check the firing schedule in advance by calling the Pembroke Visitor Centre or checking the government website. Planning around these potential closures ensures you can enjoy the official route, as alternative options might involve considerable road walking.
The highlight of this trail is undoubtedly The Green Bridge of Wales, a spectacular natural limestone arch standing 24 metres (80 feet) high. Nearby, the Elegug Stacks, also known as Stack Rocks, are two isolated limestone pillars that serve as vital nesting sites for seabirds like guillemots and kittiwakes. This entire coastline is recognized for its geological significance, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Protected Area, and a Special Area of Conservation.
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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375 m
Broad Haven South Beach
Highlight • Beach
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2.26 km
St Govan's Chapel
Highlight • Historical Site
Whilst the exact history is unclear, St Govan was an Irish Abbott living in the 6th century. According to legend, Govan was on his way to Wales when Irish pirates attacked him. Govan ran to the cliffside and the rocks miraculously transformed into a secret cave that concealed him. After his attackers left, he remained in the cave and, as thanks to God, set up a monastic hermitage. He remained there for the rest of his life, surviving solely on the nature around him.
NOTE: This Highlight is on a MOD army tank range and is closed at certain times. Call Pembroke Visitor Centre on 01437 776499 to check if the range is open to the public. Alternatively, you can check by visiting: gov.uk/government/publications/castlemartin-firing-notice--2
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2.78 km
Huntsman's Leap
Highlight • Natural Monument
According to the local legend a huntsman urged his horse over the abyss, landed safely, then looked back and dropped dead from shock when he saw the drop he had jumped over.
A good reason to stick to the path! This is on the only section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path where cycling is permitted. Huntsman's Leap is on an MOD firing range and is closed to the public at certain times. Call Pembroke Visitor Centre on 01437 776499 to check if the range is open to the public. Alternatively, you can check by visiting: gov.uk/government/publications/castlemartin-firing-notice--2.
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5.26 km
Flimston Bay
Highlight • Beach
South-facing, so it picks up the best of the sunshine and the cliffs surrounding the beach offer protection from cross winds.
At low tide the sand has some interesting rock formation and nearby there are numerous caves, blowholes, rock arches and sea stacks.
On the headland just west of the beach is a huge collapsed sea cave known as the Cauldron where the swirling seas can be seen from above crashing into through the cave mouth.
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7.15 km
Elegug Stacks
Highlight • Natural Monument
NOTE: this highlight is on a MOD army tank range and is closed at certain times. Call Pembroke Visitor Centre on 01437 776499 to check if the range is open to the public. Alternatively, you can check by visiting: gov.uk/government/publications/castlemartin-firing-notice--2.
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7.48 km
The Green Bridge of Wales
Highlight • Natural Monument
NOTE: this highlight is on a MOD army tank range and is closed at certain times. Call Pembroke Visitor Centre on 01437 776499 to check if the range is open to the public. Alternatively, you can check by visiting: gov.uk/government/publications/castlemartin-firing-notice--2.
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14.2 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.24 km
3.53 km
1.44 km
Surfaces
10.4 km
3.51 km
150 m
101 m
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Saturday 18 July
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To reach the highlights you sometimes have to follow the narrow paths. There is no shade along the way.
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