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Flimston Bay

Bay in Pembrokeshire

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Flimston Bay

The Green Bridge of Wales A Natural arch on the Pembrokeshire Coast.
The Green Bridge of Wales Credit: Paul Allison

Flimston Bay is a captivating, picturesque bay located on the southern coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Nestled between the renowned Barafundle Bay and the charming village of Stackpole, this secluded gem offers visitors an idyllic natural setting away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The bay boasts a stunning, golden sandy beach that stretches for approximately half a mile, providing ample space for relaxation and sunbathing. The crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming and snorkeling, and during low tide, visitors can explore fascinating rock pools teeming with marine life. The bay is also a popular spot for kayaking and paddleboarding, attracting outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure.

Flimston Bay is situated within the Stackpole Estate, which is managed by the National Trust. The estate encompasses a diverse range of habitats, including woodlands, lakes, and dunes, making it a haven for wildlife. Visitors can embark on scenic walks along the coastal path, taking in breathtaking views of the bay and the dramatic limestone cliffs that surround it. The area is home to a variety of bird species, such as puffins, razorbills, and guillemots, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

Access to Flimston Bay is via a footpath from Stackpole Quay or from the nearby Barafundle Bay. Due to its secluded location, the bay offers a sense of tranquility and solitude, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire coastline. With its pristine beach, stunning scenery, and abundant wildlife, Flimston Bay is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful escape.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.61097/-4.9875062 or Grid Reference SR9394. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Green Bridge of Wales A Natural arch on the Pembrokeshire Coast.
The Green Bridge of Wales
A Natural arch on the Pembrokeshire Coast.
Bullslaughter Bay Looking South towards Mewsford Point.
Bullslaughter Bay
Looking South towards Mewsford Point.
Stack Rocks - Elugug Stacks These sea stacks lie just to the east of the Green Bridge of Wales. They provide a safe nesting ground for sea birds.
Stack Rocks - Elugug Stacks
These sea stacks lie just to the east of the Green Bridge of Wales. They provide a safe nesting ground for sea birds.
Triple Overhang. East of Mewsford Point, miles of fine limestone crags. The centrepiece of this scene is Triple Overhang, tackled by a very steep roof infested climb. Someone can be seen belaying at the base.
Triple Overhang.
East of Mewsford Point, miles of fine limestone crags. The centrepiece of this scene is Triple Overhang, tackled by a very steep roof infested climb. Someone can be seen belaying at the base.
Flimston Bay. Limestone seacliffs and a difficult to access beach. Seen from SR935943.
Flimston Bay.
Limestone seacliffs and a difficult to access beach. Seen from SR935943.
Cave, Bow Shaped Slab Looking out of a sea cave, below the high water mark, across the mouth of Flimston Bay. The cave was reached by abseil down Bow Shaped Slab. This provided a pleasant way of escaping the rapidly approaching tide. Pembroke has a very large tidal range.
Cave, Bow Shaped Slab
Looking out of a sea cave, below the high water mark, across the mouth of Flimston Bay. The cave was reached by abseil down Bow Shaped Slab. This provided a pleasant way of escaping the rapidly approaching tide. Pembroke has a very large tidal range.
Flimston Chapel This chapel is still used for occasional services despite being the only building still possessing a roof in the abandoned village. Flimston is on M.O.D. land in southern Pembrokeshire, in the middle of an artillery range. The Pembrokeshire coast path passes nearby.
Flimston Chapel
This chapel is still used for occasional services despite being the only building still possessing a roof in the abandoned village. Flimston is on M.O.D. land in southern Pembrokeshire, in the middle of an artillery range. The Pembrokeshire coast path passes nearby.
Abandoned Farm Buildings, Artillery Range, Flimston The entire area to the south of Merrion is marked as a Danger Area. It is an artillery range and is criss-crossed with tracks. Rather surprisingly the Pembrokeshire Coast Path meanders across it.
Abandoned Farm Buildings, Artillery Range, Flimston
The entire area to the south of Merrion is marked as a Danger Area. It is an artillery range and is criss-crossed with tracks. Rather surprisingly the Pembrokeshire Coast Path meanders across it.
Limestone cliffs near Elegug Stacks Fine examples of wave erosion along joints in the carboniferous limestone in South Pembrokeshire.
Limestone cliffs near Elegug Stacks
Fine examples of wave erosion along joints in the carboniferous limestone in South Pembrokeshire.
Elegug Stacks Spectacular limestone stacks, and a haven for seabirds - one of the highlights of the south Pembrokeshire coast.
Elegug Stacks
Spectacular limestone stacks, and a haven for seabirds - one of the highlights of the south Pembrokeshire coast.
The Green Bridge of Wales One of a number of spectacular limestone features along this stretch of coast.
The Green Bridge of Wales
One of a number of spectacular limestone features along this stretch of coast.
Cliffs near Flimston
Cliffs near Flimston
But if you turn your back ... on the beautiful coastal features you will see this rusting tank, used for target practice by other tanks and this "keep out" sign with the stark warning: "Perygl. Do not touch any military debris. It may explode and kill you.
But if you turn your back ...
on the beautiful coastal features you will see this rusting tank, used for target practice by other tanks and this "keep out" sign with the stark warning: "Perygl. Do not touch any military debris. It may explode and kill you.
Stack Rocks - Elegug Stacks Popular place for 'twitchers' and their prey. Seals may be seen swimming in the area.
Stack Rocks - Elegug Stacks
Popular place for 'twitchers' and their prey. Seals may be seen swimming in the area.
Moody Nose That is the curious name of this promontory with an interesting hole. It is probably named after the Moody family who lived near Hayston, about 1 mile to the north, from the 17th to 19th centuries. There are the remains of an early lime-kiln within the rampart of Crocksydam Camp, an Iron Age(?) settlement marked on the map to the north of the headland. There are also signs of quarrying for limestone within the old settlement. Many thanks to Adrian James for information in this description.
Moody Nose
That is the curious name of this promontory with an interesting hole. It is probably named after the Moody family who lived near Hayston, about 1 mile to the north, from the 17th to 19th centuries. There are the remains of an early lime-kiln within the rampart of Crocksydam Camp, an Iron Age(?) settlement marked on the map to the north of the headland. There are also signs of quarrying for limestone within the old settlement. Many thanks to Adrian James for information in this description.
Green Bridge, west of Elegug Stacks Many guillemots, some razorbills and other assorted seabirds nest on the nearby stacks and extremity of the bridge in spring
Green Bridge, west of Elegug Stacks
Many guillemots, some razorbills and other assorted seabirds nest on the nearby stacks and extremity of the bridge in spring
Mount Sion Sea pinks on Mount Sion. Pen-y-holt stack in the background
Mount Sion
Sea pinks on Mount Sion. Pen-y-holt stack in the background
Elegug Stack and the Pembrokeshire coastline See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1356152">SR9294 : King of the Castle</a> for a close-up of the guillemot colony on the stack.
Elegug Stack and the Pembrokeshire coastline
See SR9294 : King of the Castle for a close-up of the guillemot colony on the stack.
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Flimston Bay is located at Grid Ref: SR9394 (Lat: 51.61097, Lng: -4.9875062)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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