Explore Pembrokeshire
Your complete guide to Saundersfoot from South View Glamping near Pembroke — beach, harbour, coastal walks and the best of the Pembrokeshire coast.
Drive from South View
From South View Glamping
Walk from car park
Award-winning beach
Open all year
Overview
Saundersfoot is one of those Pembrokeshire villages that gets under your skin. A working harbour turned charming seaside destination, it combines a beautiful sandy beach with a lively restaurant scene, excellent coastal walking and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it ideal for a full day out from South View Glamping near Pembroke.
Just 25 minutes by car, Saundersfoot sits on a sheltered bay with a Blue Flag beach, a picturesque harbour full of small boats, and a high street of independent shops, cafes and restaurants that fills up in summer with visitors from across Wales and beyond. It is less busy than nearby Tenby but no less appealing, and many guests find it a more relaxed alternative for a coastal day out.
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs directly through the village, making it an excellent starting or finishing point for a coastal walk. The section between Saundersfoot and Tenby is one of the most popular and scenic stretches on the entire trail.
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Award-winning sandy beach beside the harbour
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Charming harbour with boats and waterfront dining
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Scenic walk to Tenby along the clifftops
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Independent restaurants, cafes and harbour dining
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Paddleboarding, kayaking and sailing available
Activities
Saundersfoot offers a full day of activities for visitors exploring the Pembrokeshire coast. Here is the best of what the village has to offer.
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Saundersfoot beach is a wide, sandy Blue Flag beach sheltered by the harbour wall. It is excellent for swimming, sunbathing and building sandcastles. The beach is easily accessible from the village and has good facilities including toilets and a lifeguard service in summer.
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The Pembrokeshire Coast Path between Saundersfoot and Tenby is one of the most popular and scenic sections of the entire 186-mile trail. The walk takes around 2 hours each way and offers stunning views over the bay. You can walk one way and get a taxi back.
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The harbour is the heart of the village. Watch the fishing boats come and go, browse the small shops and galleries along the waterfront, and find a table at one of the harbour-side restaurants for lunch with a sea view.
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Saundersfoot is an excellent location for water sports. The sheltered harbour and calm bay conditions make it ideal for paddleboarding and kayaking. Equipment hire and lessons are available in the village during the summer months.
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A short walk north of Saundersfoot along the coast path brings you to Coppet Hall Beach, a quieter and less visited stretch of sand. It is a great alternative when Saundersfoot beach is busy and offers excellent coastal scenery.
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The village has a good selection of independent shops, galleries and gift shops. A much better alternative to the chain shops you find elsewhere, with everything from local artwork and Welsh produce to surf gear and beach accessories.
Food & Drink
Saundersfoot has a strong food scene for a village its size. The harbour area is the best place to start, with a good mix of options from casual beach cafes to quality seafood restaurants.
The restaurants along the harbour front offer the best atmosphere in the village, with outdoor seating and views over the boats. Fresh seafood is the speciality — crab, lobster and locally caught fish regularly feature. Book ahead in peak summer.
Several good cafes overlook the beach, perfect for a morning coffee and breakfast before hitting the sand. The independent cafes in the village tend to offer better value and more character than the larger spots on the seafront.
Saundersfoot has a couple of traditional Welsh pubs in and around the village that offer good food and a relaxed atmosphere. A great option for an evening meal after a day on the beach before heading back to South View Glamping.
Visitor Tips
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Parking in Saundersfoot gets very busy in summer. The main car parks near the beach fill up fast. Arriving before 10am in July and August gives you the best chance of a good spot.
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The better harbour restaurants fill up quickly in peak season. Book ahead if you are planning an evening meal, especially at weekends in July and August.
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Combine your Saundersfoot visit with a walk to Tenby along the coast path. Arrange transport back or simply enjoy the walk in both directions with the views changing as you go.
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May, June and September offer a much more relaxed Saundersfoot with most facilities open, better parking and a calmer atmosphere. Worth considering if you want to avoid the peak summer crowds.
Distance
Minutes by car
Miles from South View
Miles from Tenby
Frequently Asked Questions
Saundersfoot is approximately 25 minutes by car from South View Glamping in Hundleton, near Pembroke. It is around 15 miles away through the scenic Pembrokeshire countryside.
Things to do in Saundersfoot include swimming and sunbathing on the Blue Flag beach, walking the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to Tenby, exploring the harbour, dining at independent restaurants, paddleboarding and kayaking.
Yes, Saundersfoot beach is a lovely sandy Blue Flag beach sheltered by the harbour wall. It is excellent for families, swimming and paddling and is easily accessible from the village centre.
Yes, Saundersfoot is just 3 miles north of Tenby along the Pembrokeshire coast. The two are connected by the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and can easily be combined into a single day trip from South View Glamping near Pembroke.
May, June and September offer the best combination of good weather, fewer crowds and the full range of restaurants and activities open. July and August are the busiest months but the village is lively and enjoyable at any time of year.
Explore More of Pembrokeshire
Staying at South View Glamping near Pembroke puts you within easy reach of the very best of the Pembrokeshire coast. Combine your visit to Saundersfoot with any of these stunning nearby destinations.
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Your Base in Pembrokeshire
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