Cobbler's Hole

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Cobbler's Hole

Little Castle Point Atlantic surf breaking over rocks at the foot of cliffs at Little Castle Point. Out to sea is the island of Skokholm with the white lighthouse just visible at the left [SW] end.
Little Castle Point Credit: Gordon Hatton

Cobbler's Hole is a picturesque and idyllic location situated in the county of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a small bay surrounded by rugged cliffs and is renowned for its stunning natural beauty.

Nestled between the larger towns of Tenby and Saundersfoot, Cobbler's Hole is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and scenic views. The bay is primarily characterized by a sandy beach which extends out into the sea and is bordered by rocky outcrops. At low tide, the beach expands, revealing a vast expanse of golden sand, perfect for leisurely walks and sunbathing.

The bay is also home to an estuary and a creek, adding further interest to the landscape. The estuary provides a sheltered habitat for a wide variety of marine life, including fish, crabs, and various species of birds. The creek, which flows into the estuary, is a haven for nature enthusiasts, who can explore its meandering path and observe the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit its banks.

Cobbler's Hole offers visitors a range of recreational activities. The calm waters are ideal for swimming and kayaking, while the surrounding cliffs provide excellent opportunities for hiking and rock climbing. The bay is also a popular spot for fishing, with anglers trying their luck at catching mackerel, bass, and other species found in the area.

Overall, Cobbler's Hole is a hidden gem on the Pembrokeshire coastline, offering a captivating blend of natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities. It is a place where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

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Cobbler's Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.680947/-5.1767585 or Grid Reference SM8002. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Little Castle Point Atlantic surf breaking over rocks at the foot of cliffs at Little Castle Point. Out to sea is the island of Skokholm with the white lighthouse just visible at the left [SW] end.
Little Castle Point
Atlantic surf breaking over rocks at the foot of cliffs at Little Castle Point. Out to sea is the island of Skokholm with the white lighthouse just visible at the left [SW] end.
Welshman's Bay Welshman's Bay with Short Point being the big slabby cliff beyond. The next headland is Long Point, which sort of makes sense.
Welshman's Bay
Welshman's Bay with Short Point being the big slabby cliff beyond. The next headland is Long Point, which sort of makes sense.
Short Point Old red sandstone rocks form the cliffs here, the sandstone beds dipping steeply to the north. Note the change in cliff colour in the distance where the rocks become Silurian sandstones etc and look grey by comparison.
Short Point
Old red sandstone rocks form the cliffs here, the sandstone beds dipping steeply to the north. Note the change in cliff colour in the distance where the rocks become Silurian sandstones etc and look grey by comparison.
The Coast Path above Little Castle Point Looking out to sea, Skokholm Island is dead ahead some six kilometres away.
The Coast Path above Little Castle Point
Looking out to sea, Skokholm Island is dead ahead some six kilometres away.
Short Point Short Point is the name of the headland across this little bay, named presumably in imaginative contrast to the headland named Long Point a little further along.
Short Point
Short Point is the name of the headland across this little bay, named presumably in imaginative contrast to the headland named Long Point a little further along.
Path Above Little Castle Point Looking towards Skokholm Island
Path Above Little Castle Point
Looking towards Skokholm Island
Brick structure by the Coast Path Is this a capped chimney? The top seems to have been filled with concrete. Must be some remnant of the Kete RAF military base.
Brick structure by the Coast Path
Is this a capped chimney? The top seems to have been filled with concrete. Must be some remnant of the Kete RAF military base.
The Coast Path at Kete
The Coast Path at Kete
Clifftop near Short Point On the Coast Path between Westdale Bay and St Ann's Head
Clifftop near Short Point
On the Coast Path between Westdale Bay and St Ann's Head
Short Point Red sandstone headland in Welshman's Bay
Short Point
Red sandstone headland in Welshman's Bay
Little Castle Point
Little Castle Point
Disturbed earth near Little Castle Point Possibly some remnant of the destruction of the former site of Royal Naval Air Station, Kete
Disturbed earth near Little Castle Point
Possibly some remnant of the destruction of the former site of Royal Naval Air Station, Kete
The lane above Welshman's Bay
The lane above Welshman's Bay
Cliff View The name of this cliff is 'Short Point'.
The strip of land on the horizon is the Marloes peninsula with Skomer island to the left.
Cliff View
The name of this cliff is 'Short Point'. The strip of land on the horizon is the Marloes peninsula with Skomer island to the left.
Cliff View Little Castle Point on the Dale peninsula. The island on the horizon is Skokholm Island.
Cliff View
Little Castle Point on the Dale peninsula. The island on the horizon is Skokholm Island.
Little Castle Point
Little Castle Point
On the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path - storm clouds brewing from above Welshman's Bay
On the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path - storm clouds brewing from above Welshman's Bay
Near short point Fragments of worked flint occur hearabouts, evidence for the site of a Mesolithic chipping floor 10,000 years ago. Lower old Red Sandstone erosion.
Near short point
Fragments of worked flint occur hearabouts, evidence for the site of a Mesolithic chipping floor 10,000 years ago. Lower old Red Sandstone erosion.
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Cobbler's Hole is located at Grid Ref: SM8002 (Lat: 51.680947, Lng: -5.1767585)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///torso.survivor.absorbing. Near Dale, Pembrokeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.680947,-5.1767585
Cobbler's Hole
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 51.6814264/-5.1752274
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Fog Signal Category: horn
Seamark Fog Signal Group: 2
Seamark Fog Signal Period: 60
Seamark Information: W. 233° -247° , R.-285° , R. (intensified)-314° , R.-332° , W.-124° , obsc.-129° , W.-131° , obsc.-233° .Horn: (110 meters WSW. of light) 2 bl. ev. 60s.
Seamark Light 1 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 1 Colour: white
Seamark Light 1 Height: 48
Seamark Light 1 Period: 5
Seamark Light 1 Range: 18
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 247
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 233
Seamark Light 1 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light 2 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 2 Colour: red
Seamark Light 2 Height: 48
Seamark Light 2 Period: 5
Seamark Light 2 Range: 14
Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 285
Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 247
Seamark Light 2 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light 3 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 3 Colour: red
Seamark Light 3 Height: 48
Seamark Light 3 Period: 5
Seamark Light 3 Range: 14
Seamark Light 3 Sector End: 314
Seamark Light 3 Sector Start: 285
Seamark Light 3 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light 3 Visibility: intensified
Seamark Light 4 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 4 Colour: red
Seamark Light 4 Height: 48
Seamark Light 4 Period: 5
Seamark Light 4 Range: 14
Seamark Light 4 Sector End: 332
Seamark Light 4 Sector Start: 314
Seamark Light 4 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light 5 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 5 Colour: white
Seamark Light 5 Height: 48
Seamark Light 5 Period: 5
Seamark Light 5 Range: 18
Seamark Light 5 Sector End: 124
Seamark Light 5 Sector Start: 332
Seamark Light 5 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light 6 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 6 Colour: white
Seamark Light 6 Height: 48
Seamark Light 6 Period: 5
Seamark Light 6 Range: 18
Seamark Light 6 Sector End: 131
Seamark Light 6 Sector Start: 129
Seamark Light 6 Sequence: 0.6+(4.4)
Seamark Light Reference: A 5284
Seamark Name: St. Ann's Head
Seamark Type: light_major
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Wikidata: Q7586969
Lat/Long: 51.6812667/-5.1737333
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6850471/-5.1744586
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6844817/-5.174228
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.682704/-5.1749361
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 51.6828599/-5.1759185
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