Walking and Rambling in Broad Haven
If you're planning on staying at YHA Broad Haven, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the a
YHA Broad Haven
Overview
Just a stone’s throw from a well-renowned, beautiful Blue Flag beach, YHA Broad Haven is a super spot for seaside family breaks. The hostel is dominated by its beach-side location, with a nautical theme running throughout the building.
Explore the Pembrokeshire coastal path from the hostel’s front door, or at low tide, walk the half mile over the sand to Little Haven with its quaint fishermen’s cottages and quayside. If you're feeling peckish, why not enjoy some food with a stunning sea view at our Haven's Beach Café?
Why guests love YHA Broad Haven
Accommodation at YHA Broad Haven
Food and drink at YHA Broad Haven
Things to do around YHA Broad Haven
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Cycling around Broad Haven
Rise and fall with the countryside on quiet lanes and exciting downhill sprints in this stunning area. Try one of the ride with GPS routes that we've created.
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Watersports in Broad Haven
With loads to choose from you can really try anything here.
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Coastal Foraging with Black Rock Outdoor Company
This highly recommended company offers tailor-made experiences, including bushcraft & survival, foraging, and guided rockpool safaris. Dan Moar created Black Rock Outdoor Company after practi
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Sweet Home Alpaca
Fancy a trek with an unusual new friend?
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Picton Castle
A stunning stately home, Picton Castle has 40 acres of some of the most beautiful woodland gardens and grounds in West Wales. There is a Secret Owl Garden where you can meet 25 species of owls.
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Oakwood Theme Park
If you're looking for an adrenaline-fuelled day out then Oakwood Theme Park is perfect for you.
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Heatherton World of Activities
Whether you want a relaxing afternoon, a sports-filled activity fun day out, or an adrenalin-fuelled, extreme adventure day, Heatherton has it all!
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TYF Adventure
If you're looking for an adrenaline rush there are plenty of activities for you to choose from here.
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Blue Lagoon
This sub tropical water park has a monster wave pool, rapid rides, rivers and flumes plus lots of special events throughout the year.
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West Wales Wind, Surf, Sail Watersports
Learn to do a variety of watersports or just hire the equipment and DIY! There are a range of courses on offer to cater for all ages and abilities.
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Folly Farm
Folly Farm is so much more than just a farm. There's also a zoo, a vintage funfair and a whole host of indoor and outdoor adventure play for you to enjoy.
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Pembroke Castle
This mighty fortress is largely intact and its endless passages, tunnels and stairways are great to explore. Make sure you don't miss the medieval life exhibitions.
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Manor House Wildlife Park
Here you'll find 52 acres of parkland to wander around and meet the wildlife. If you've only got a couple of hours make a beeline for the walk-throughs.
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Pembrokeshire Islands
Enjoy a boat ride to one of the best seabird and and seal experiences or visit Britain's largest undisturbed prehistoric Iron Age Settlement.
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Cwm Deri Vineyard and Estate
Stroll through a vineyard surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Pembrokeshire National Park - a unique attraction which isn't often seen in the UK climate.
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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
With over 950km of footpaths, walking is an ideal way to appreciate the spectacular scenery, wildlife and history of the park. Visit the website
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- Beach view
- Beachfront
- Café
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking nearby
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Free parking on premises
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting room(s)
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor seating
- Restaurant
- Seafront
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Waterfront
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 10:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Café and restaurant opening hours: Haven's Beach Café is open to the public from 11:00 - 20:30, Monday to Sunday, during peak season. It may be closed at other times of the year.
Parking: The property has a car park nearby for guests and patrons. This car park is controlled by National Park car park. Upon arrival, motorists are required to obtain a 30-minute free parking ticket from the parking meter, then ensure a ticket is obtained from the hostel within 30 minutes and displayed in their vehicle. Please ask at reception if you are unsure.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Broad Haven, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation and café. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Broad Haven - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
YHA Broad Haven was built in partnership with the Countryside Commission (now the Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park Authority) in 1980 to be used as a hostel. They had an information centre next door which is now our field study centre for visiting groups. This hostel is situated in the Pembrokeshire National Park, which is the only coastal National Park in the UK.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Laughing, splashing, surfing and basking in the spray on the beach at St Brides Bay, with the sun on your face - what better way to spend a family mini break or holiday!
