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Carreg Pen-las

Island in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Carreg Pen-las

Dinas Head Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Dinas Head Credit: Deborah Tilley

Carreg Pen-las is a small island located off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Also known as St. Margaret's Island, it is situated in the northern part of Milford Haven, approximately 1.5 kilometers offshore. The island covers an area of around 0.5 hectares and is accessible by boat or kayak during low tide.

This rocky island is blessed with stunning natural beauty and is home to a variety of wildlife. Its rugged coastline is dotted with cliffs, caves, and rock formations, providing a picturesque backdrop for visitors. The island is covered with lush vegetation, including grasses, shrubs, and wildflowers.

Carreg Pen-las is a popular destination for birdwatchers as it serves as a nesting site for numerous seabirds, including guillemots, razorbills, and puffins. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving.

Visitors to Carreg Pen-las can explore the island's unique landscape, take in the breathtaking views, and enjoy picnics on the rocky shores. It is important to note that the island is uninhabited and has no facilities, so visitors are advised to bring their own supplies and be mindful of leaving no trace.

Overall, Carreg Pen-las offers a peaceful and scenic escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the stunning coastal beauty of Pembrokeshire.

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Carreg Pen-las Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.011811/-4.9243736 or Grid Reference SM9938. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dinas Head Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Dinas Head
Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Perilous point There is some inconsistency between different versions of the Ordnance Survey as to whether this or the next headland is Pen Sidan. Either way, the only reason for scrambling down here was to claim another green square! It's very steep and accessible only via paths made by sheep - and even they sometimes come a cropper, as reported in the local newspaper recently: "Things went a bit woolly for Fishguard's inshore lifeboat crew yesterday afternoon, as they had a sheep on board. The animal had become stranded at the bottom of a cliff near Dinas Head. Fishguard coastguard rescue team was also called to the scene. The baaad sheep was helped aboard the inshore lifeboat, who landed in a safe place. They then delivered the animal to the coastguard team who took her back to the farmer."
Perilous point
There is some inconsistency between different versions of the Ordnance Survey as to whether this or the next headland is Pen Sidan. Either way, the only reason for scrambling down here was to claim another green square! It's very steep and accessible only via paths made by sheep - and even they sometimes come a cropper, as reported in the local newspaper recently: "Things went a bit woolly for Fishguard's inshore lifeboat crew yesterday afternoon, as they had a sheep on board. The animal had become stranded at the bottom of a cliff near Dinas Head. Fishguard coastguard rescue team was also called to the scene. The baaad sheep was helped aboard the inshore lifeboat, who landed in a safe place. They then delivered the animal to the coastguard team who took her back to the farmer."
Inaccessible cove Tiny bay visitable only by boat: note the float and line left to mark the spot a lobster pot has been dropped.
Inaccessible cove
Tiny bay visitable only by boat: note the float and line left to mark the spot a lobster pot has been dropped.
Gull's egg The egg has been broken into and the torn shell left lying in the grass. Another bird is most likely to have been the culprit.
Gull's egg
The egg has been broken into and the torn shell left lying in the grass. Another bird is most likely to have been the culprit.
Cliffs at Pen Castell
Cliffs at Pen Castell
View of the coast from near Pen Castell
View of the coast from near Pen Castell
Coast path heading north
Coast path heading north
Coastal path on Dinas Island There is a diversion in place to avoid an eroded section of cliff, but the diversion is not enforced. The marker on the stone to the left acts merely as a recommendation.
Coastal path on Dinas Island
There is a diversion in place to avoid an eroded section of cliff, but the diversion is not enforced. The marker on the stone to the left acts merely as a recommendation.
Hillside above Pwllgwaelod The whole of Dinas Island is on a slope but it is steeper at this southern end.
Hillside above Pwllgwaelod
The whole of Dinas Island is on a slope but it is steeper at this southern end.
Start of Dinas Head footpath
Start of Dinas Head footpath
Pembrokeshire coast path on the west side of Dinas Island
Pembrokeshire coast path on the west side of Dinas Island
Coast path on Dinas Island A steep ascent away from Pwllgwaelod up footpath PP16 46/1, with the path's surface the rock itself.
Coast path on Dinas Island
A steep ascent away from Pwllgwaelod up footpath PP16 46/1, with the path's surface the rock itself.
Pwllgwaelod Beach
Pwllgwaelod Beach
Foot path direction signs New signage added to old. The figures look very masculine, striding out with an apprearance of urgency rather than pleasure.
Foot path direction signs
New signage added to old. The figures look very masculine, striding out with an apprearance of urgency rather than pleasure.
Lane heading south-west on hill above Dinas Cross
Lane heading south-west on hill above Dinas Cross
Dinas Cross seen from the scenic view point
Dinas Cross seen from the scenic view point
Hillside houses south of Dinas Cross
Hillside houses south of Dinas Cross
Bi-lingual road sign at roadworks
Bi-lingual road sign at roadworks
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Carreg Pen-las is located at Grid Ref: SM9938 (Lat: 52.011811, Lng: -4.9243736)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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