Monday 16th July 2007
11.5 miles, 6 hours (including visit to Tudor Merchant House)
It was a bright and sunny start to our last day as we set off just before 9.30. We rejoined the coast path at Proud Giltar. There were amazing clear views back to Lydstep Point and Haven.
Caldey Island dominated the views as we approached Giltar point. The red flag was not flying so we were able to continue along the cliff through Penally firing range.
As we rounded the point the path began to descend through sand dunes to Tenby south beach. We could see the buildings of Tenby and St Catherines island in the distance.
We walked along the mile of golden sand to Tenby much of the way paddling in the water.
As we approached Tenby we saw more and more people. We took a short detour into the busy town to visit the Tudor Merchants House. This gave an insight to the history of the place.
From the harbour we followed the promenade around to reach the north beach.
The North beach was much more pleasant, less busy and had great views of the multicoloured buildings above the harbour
We could just about see our finishing point ahead behind the rocky islands of Monkstone Point.
At the far end of North beach we climbed up some steep steps onto the road. 
The next section of path took us inland along good paths through woodland and fields. At Waterwynch and Lodge Valley the path dropped down to cross small streams. From Monkstone Point Tenby looked quite small in the distance.
It was a pleasant walk on a good path through the woods. About half way to Saundersfoot a small stream crossing the path provided access to the beach. We decided to head down and find a suitable spot for our lunch.
The tide was out and the walking was easy here. We couldn’t resist continuing along the beach paddling in the water for the last three miles to Amroth.
The sun continued to shine, the water was nice and warm and the beach was quiet and peaceful. A perfect end to a lovely walk.
We finished the walk at 3.30 and headed back to Amroth for celebratory ice cream!
Day 13 - Penally to Amroth
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3 comments:
It looks fantastic! You have inspired me to visit these places. Thanks!
Thank you for the wonderful report on the walk. I want to take the same path with my daughter and your report was very inspiring.
Wonderful report, really whets the appetite.
We are planning to walk the full length this July, your bloge has been very helpful.
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