Huntsman's Leap

The cliffs at Huntsman's Leap, just outside Pembroke, drop away so suddenly it takes your breath. One minute you're on the clifftop path, the next you're staring down a sheer rock face into a narrow chasm where the sea churns below. It's a proper dramatic spot, and the name comes from a local legend about a huntsman on horseback who allegedly jumped across the gap to escape danger - frankly, looking at it now, that seems wildly optimistic.

This is a viewpoint rather than a destination with facilities or activities. You walk out, you stand there, you take in the raw geology of the Pembrokeshire coast, and you move on. The whole visit takes fifteen to twenty minutes unless you're the type to sit for an hour sketching or photographing. It's free, naturally, and open whenever you fancy.

Walkers will get the most from Huntsman's Leap because it sits on the coastal path - perfect to include on a longer ramble between Pembroke and Bosherston. Families with older kids who won't wander near the edge will find it worthwhile; younger children might find it all a bit underwhelming after the initial gasp. Geologists and serious photographers will rate it higher than casual visitors.

If you're camping at one of the nearby sites like Parke Farm or Sky Meadow, it's an easy stop before heading towards Tenby or exploring the broader Pembrokeshire coast. Don't expect crowds or infrastructure - just weathered rock, wind, and views that remind you why people choose Wales for walking holidays.