🌲 Winter Walks to Fall in Love With Around Cwm Connell 🍁

Winter in Pembrokeshire may be crisp and wild, but that’s exactly what makes it perfect for invigorating walks that warm the spirit and stretch the legs. From coastal headlands with sweeping sea views to ancient woodlands and prehistoric sites hidden deep in the Preselis, this corner of West Wales offers something beautiful in every season. We have many suggested walks with maps on our website but these walks are stunning recent discoveries.

You can see Dinas Head from our dog paddock and it is a dramatic drive along the coast road to get there. You can park by Pwellgwaelod Beach or Cwm Y Eglwys Beach – both perfect for a swim and the Sailor’s Safety is an exceptional pub for lunch or hot chocolate. Follow the Wales Coast Path around the rugged headland, where the cliffs meet the sea and wrens, choughs and ravens wheel overhead. On clear days, the winter light over Newport Sands and the Irish Sea makes this route one of the most rewarding in north Pembrokeshire. You can see north all the way to Cemaes Head and south to Fishguard Harbour and on to St Davids from the trig point.

 2. Carn Ingli (Carningli) – Sea to Summit

⛰️ 2. Carn Ingli (Carningli) – Sea to Summit

Rising up from Newport, Carn Ingli (also known locally as Carningli / Angel Mountain) is a seasonal favourite for walkers wanting both height and panorama. The ascent is steady and rocky, but the views back toward the coast and estuary in winter light are spectacular.

Why go in winter:

• Fewer crowds than summer.
• A real sense of solitude between land and sea.

Pair this with a hearty lunch or pint in Newport afterward—there’s nowhere better to defrost.

🌳 3. Pengelli Woods – Ancient Woodland Magic

For something gentler (and perfect in wet, mild winter weather), Pengelli Woods is a treasure. This ancient oak woodland is part of one of the largest blocks of ancient trees in West Wales and offers peaceful woodland trails that feel especially atmospheric with low winter sun and mossy trunks.

Good to know:

• Trails are well defined but can be muddy after rain, so boots are a must.
• This is a great walk for birdwatchers and anyone who loves rich woodland biodiversity.

🌲 4. Ty Canol & Pentre Ifan; Woodland to Prehistoric Wonder

Combine nature, mythology and ancient history with a winter walk through Ty Canol National Nature Reserve and the mysterious Pentre Ifan burial chamber. This route gives you the best of ancient oak woods, mossy crags and open hilltop views. On a clear day you can see all the way to Ireland and West Wales coast stretching out before you.

Start by visiting Pentre Ifan, one of Wales’s most iconic Neolithic monuments, then head into the enchanted forest of Ty Canol. These natural celtic woodlands were inhabited in the iron ages and you can see the ancient barrows and walls. They are home to over 400 types of lichen, plus fungi and hundreds of oak trees.

Why it’s special in winter:

• The woods feel quieter and more mysterious.
• The ancient stones and moss-covered rocks have an almost primeval atmosphere.

❄️ Be prepared: winter paths in Pembrokeshire can be muddy, windy and unpredictable—sturdy boots, layers and waterproofs make all the difference.

☕ Warm endings: finish off with a local pub or café visit—you’ve earned it after a refreshing winter ramble!