How long does Strumble Head take?

Most walkers take 2–3 hours for the 8.5 km route, which has 160 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.

Where does the walk start, and where can I park?

It starts at Strumble Head (grid reference SM 892 412). Car park at the lighthouse.

Can I get there by public transport?

The Strumble Shuttle bus runs in summer. Check times on Traveline.

It's graded easy. Rough coast path with short climbs.

Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.

Deborah Tilley · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Strumble Head Easy

Strumble Head

Out and back Dog friendly

Clifftops by a lighthouse on a wild headland, with porpoises offshore.

Distance: 8.5 km
Ascent: 160 m
Time: 2–3 h
Grade: Easy
Route: Out and back
High point: 107 m

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About this walk

Strumble Head is an easy 8.5 km out-and-back walk with 160 m of ascent, taking 2 to 3 hours. It starts at Strumble Head (grid reference SM 892 412).

Strumble Head is a rugged headland north of Fishguard, with a lighthouse, built in 1908, on an islet off its tip. The waters below are one of the most reliable places in Wales to see harbour porpoises, and a former wartime lookout serves as a wildlife hide.

The walk follows the coast path east along the cliffs towards Carregwastad Point, where the last invasion of Britain landed in 1797, and returns the same way.

Coastal Wildlife History Kid friendly Dog friendly

Route

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Along the cliffs

Follow the coast path east from the lighthouse towards Carregwastad Point, and return.

Summit

On the way

Strumble Head Lighthouse
Lighthouse · on the route

Plan your day

Start Pace Day

Time needed: 2 h 31 min
Back by: 11:31
Sunset: …
Turn back by: …

Based on Naismith's rule plus short breaks. Allow extra in winter or poor weather.

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Summit forecast

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Forecast at Strumble Head high point summit (107 m). Always check a mountain forecast too.

Getting there

Start: Strumble Head
Grid ref: SM 892 412
Parking: Car park at the lighthouse.
Transport: The Strumble Shuttle bus runs in summer. Check times on Traveline.

Directions to start

Terrain

Rough coast path with short climbs.

Bog factor

Suitable for dogs.

Access & seasonal notes

Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.

Land and access

In Wales you can walk on public rights of way and open access land. The Countryside Code sets out how to do so responsibly.

Leave gates and property as you find them, and follow paths unless there's wider access.
On open access land, keep dogs on a short lead from 1 March to 31 July, and at any time near livestock.
Take your litter home, and bag and bin dog poo.
Plan ahead and check for signs and local advice.

The Countryside Code

What to take

Nothing out of the ordinary, so the usual kit below.

✓Map and compass (and know how to use them)
✓Waterproof jacket and trousers
✓Warm layer, hat and gloves, even in summer
✓Food, water and a head torch
✓Charged phone; register for emergency SMS (text 'register' to 999)

Hill safety guide

Questions about this walk

How long does Strumble Head take?: Most walkers take 2–3 hours for the 8.5 km route, which has 160 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
Where does the walk start, and where can I park?: It starts at Strumble Head (grid reference SM 892 412). Car park at the lighthouse.
Can I get there by public transport?: The Strumble Shuttle bus runs in summer. Check times on Traveline.
How hard is it?: It's graded easy. Rough coast path with short climbs.
Can I take my dog?: Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.

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