South Pembroke is one of the best sea cliff climbing areas in Britain featuring abseil approaches, amazing scenery, and a huge number of fantastic routes - it is also extremely important for wildlife, especially the nesting bird colonies.
There are many special access arrangements and seasonal climbing restrictions. PLEASE REFER TO THE INDIVIDUAL CRAG ENTRIES ON THIS DATABASE FOR FULL DETAILS.
Pembrokeshire National Park produce a very useful leaflet with all the current restrictions- this is also available at the main car parks (St Govans, Stack Rocks, Broad Haven South and Stackpole Quey as well as in Mrs Weston's Cafe in Bosherton (note Pembroke nesting restrictions are complex and vary annually)).
https://www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/things-to-do/outdoor-activities/climbing/
Range East
The area from St Govans East to Stack Rocks is part of a busy MoD firing range. Access is permitted whenever firing is not taking place, which is normally on Weekends, Bank Holidays, and in the evenings (after 4.30). The night firing normally occurs on Tues/Thurs nights. The Range is sometimes open during the week, but it is best to check before travelling. Phone the 24 hour help line on (01646) 662367.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/castlemartin-firing-notice--2
West of Stack Rocks, the range is used for life firing.
Range West Briefings 2025!
Thursday 12th December 2024 at 18.00
Thursday 16th January 2025 at 18.00
Saturday 8th February 2025 at 09.00
Thursday 20th March 2025 at 18.00
Friday 18th April 2025 at 09.00 (Good Friday)
Saturday 24th May 2025 at 09.00
Thursday 5th June 2025 at 18.00
Saturday 12th July 2025 at 09.00
Non-firing dates
Christmas – last day of firing = Friday 6th December 2024
January – first day of firing = Monday 6th January 2025
Maintenance days = 14th & 17th February 2025
14th & 17th March 2025
Maintenance weeks (no firing) = 14th – 25th April 2025
Since Easter 2013 year round access is allowed to Range West for briefed climbers, only on non-firing days (normally most weekends and Bank holidays 2 weeks at Easter and 2 weeks at Christmas and most of August).
LIVE high explosive ammunition is fired on Range West and it is paramount that climbers (and all users) stay away from and DO NOT touch anything metal. For the same reasons belay stakes should not be placed. If you think belay stakes are required please contact the BMC who can arrange for stakes to be placed in a safe manner.