Walk summary:
Join archaeologists George Nash and Tomos Jones to explore the archaeology of Whitesands Bay. Evidence of the area’s prehistoric past includes the submerged landscape of the Mesolithic, Carn Llidi and Coetan Arthur Neolithic Burial Chambers, St David’s Head Iron Age promontory fort, outer ramparts and the ancient field system.
Whitesands is also home to the remains of St Patrick’s Chapel, a site recently excavated revealing early medieval origins and hundreds of burials. Near the summit of Carn Llidi, there is evidence of the radar station that helped defend against a potential western invasion during the Second World War. The area is also within the designated historic landscape of St Davids Peninsula and Ramsey Head.
Date: 26/04/2025
Meeting point and time: Whitesands car park between 9.30am and 10am (what3words fleet.utter.butlers)
Difficulty: Moderate
Recommended provisions: Bring packed lunch, refreshments and footwear suitable for walking on tough terrain
Facilities: There is a toilet and cafe in the car park
Ticket price: £5 (plus parking charges)
Booking: ALMOST SOLD OUT. To check availability and book, contact Tomas ( tomosj@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk )
(total places limited to 30)
About the guides:
George Nash is an archaeologist and specialist in Prehistoric and Contemporary art and convener of the Welsh Rock art Organisation. He is also an associate Professor at Geosciences Centre of Coimbra University, Polytechnic Institute of Tomar (IPT), Portugal and Honorary Research Fellow within the Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology, University of Liverpool.
Tomos Jones is a community archaeologist for the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority. He supports efforts to safeguard the Park’s archaeological heritage, increase knowledge and understanding, and provide public engagement opportunities.
