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Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr) – Newport Estuary loop from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

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Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr) – Newport Estuary loop from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

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Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr) – Newport Estuary loop from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

01:30

5.87km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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55 m

Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr)

Highlight • Natural

Known by its Welsh name Traeth Mawr (meaning ‘Big Beach’), Newport Sands is regarded by many as the finest beach in the area. This broad and long expanse of sand …

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1.68 km

The Iron Bridge is an attractive place to bird watch. Most times you're certain to see ducks, geese and swans, less frequently the sharp-eyed may catch a glimpse of a king fisher in and around the reed beds.

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2.32 km

Nevern Estuary

Highlight • Beach

The River Nevern (Afon Nyfer in Welsh) makes a relatively short journey from its source on Frenni Fawr in the Preseli Hills to Newport, where it spills into the Irish …

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2.78 km

Newport Estuary

Highlight • Beach

Newport is an idyllic little town occupying the spot where the Preseli Hills range drops to meet the sea at the River Nevern's estuary. It's well known for its street …

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2.91 km

Morawelon Fish & Chips

Highlight • Cafe

This place is run by Nicky and Rich. Such fab people who care about your stay with them and super helpful. They also have great tips on the surrounding area. …

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2.96 km

Morawelon Café Bar & Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

A family run establishment, Morawelon Takeaway Restaurant is part of the Morawelon Camping and Caravanning site. The likes of cod, scampi and whitebait are on the menu, while you can …

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2.96 km

View of the Estuary in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

5.87 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.02 km

564 m

223 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.53 km

1.49 km

622 m

183 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 27 May

22°C

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Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr) – Newport Estuary loop from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Newport Sands (Traeth Mawr)

Iron Bridge, Newport Estuary

Nevern Estuary

Newport Estuary

Morawelon Fish & Chips

Morawelon Café Bar & Restaurant

View of the Estuary in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

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