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Monday 14 September 2009

September sunshine conquers...

What lovely weather appeared over the weekend just gone, summer has made an appearance at last! September is a fairly reliable month when it comes to the sun shining as far as I can remember - it doesn't preach to be glorious like July and August and then disappoint us all by raining. September just seems to enlighten us all by releasing the rays, bombarding us with clear blue skies making us all smile after a dismal so called summer. I am very much a fan of September.

Saturday was glorious. It was so warm and sunny which made for a great day to explore Willowcot Cottage in Talbenny. The hushful surroundings to this cute property is divine, offering such an undisturbed retreat in Pembrokeshire - your pooch will find a welcoming haven here too. The dog loving owner of Willowcot in Talbenny has a mission to ensure that every dog staying alongside their humans at Willowcot is comfortable, relaxed and has a treat or two for being on their best behaviour! A 'doggie box' is provided by the owner for a booking with a pooch consisting of a few helpful essentials adding a thoughtful and personal touch to your holiday.

A little bit of thought and consideration goes a very long way.

Tuesday 25 August 2009

Take a read if you have five to spare...

I never knew how much I would miss my pooch when I finally flew the nest and moved in with my fiance. Yep, it's true I miss him like mad.

I think it is probably because he would lie outside my bedroom door every morning whining until I gave in a let him in my bedroom for a snooze before breakfast, then following me around like my shadow whilst brushing my teeth and then sharing my toast and cereal before I head out for work. It all seems very strange with him not being there.


Of course I visit him as much as humanly possible, take him out for long walks in the sun, wind and rain, pamper, play and adore him as always...I think we must have a date with Freshwater West beach sometime this week. We don't seem to have visited our favourite beach much lately. Yes I think I will do that - good idea Natters.


I thought today of typing away as I seem to have slipped out of my routine to report to you all on a kind of regular basis, for no other apparent reason other than the weeks seem to be flying by like crazy and I'm a busy little bee...though from now on I endeavor to make time.
Here now is a great chance for me to throw a few details into the mix in regards to a sweet property within a pleasant little place known as Dinas.

1 Brynawel is ideally located at Dinas which is comfortably nestled between the bustling both of Newport and Fishguard. A great base for enjoying all that the North of our Pembrokeshire County has to offer to both human and dog.


If your pooch loves playing in the sand, splashing about in the sea and bouncing through muddy puddles then 1 Brynawel is the place to settle.
From your dog friendly property take a stroll and discover the unspoilt beauty of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path leading you to explore the delights of Aberbach Bay - all within walking distance from your property. The stretch between Fishguard Bay and Newport How cool is that?


Not forgetting the short drive taking you to unwind and relax amongst the jagged coves of Pwllgwaelod and Cwm yr Eglwys, both perfect for wind in the fur and sand between the paws.

And yes still there is more to entice you to visit Pembrokeshire and 1 Brynawel, with Fishguard Harbour and Newport town, Sands and Parrog all within a close drive. Plentiful pubs, restaurants, shops, sands and sea await you in either direction - I could seriously type away for hours...but that would surely just get boring!

It is always best on booking to have a chat with a human on the other end of the phone - our reservations team's knowledge of Pembrokeshire is simply priceless, so I say make the most of it. I love to talk, maybe a little bit too much sometimes but I don't see that as a flaw.

Friday 24 July 2009

Wet doggie heaven!


Any pooch that loves nothing more than taking a dive into the Pembrokeshire waters will be adventure bound at Swn y Mor in Pwllgwaelod. Recently Coastal has received some great comments in regards to this property that I wanted to throw out there and share with you all. (Don't forget to tell your pooch)...


'Peter and I absolutely loved the holiday cottage we stayed on for numerous reasons.

We loved the 'QUIRKINESS' of the wooden chalet.
We loved the beach literally being a hop and a skip from the beach as you said.
We loved the walks all close by.
The garden was great for the dogs...especially the bunnies!!!
The chalet was ideal for the wet dogs being on the beach, morning, noon and night. no carpets!
The log fire was so cosy on the wet nights too.
We really couldn't fault it at all.

Neither of us had been to Pembrokeshire before and would most certainly go back soon, hoping to book this same place again if we can next year sometime.

We would also highly recommend this place to any dog loving friends of ours too'.

With love from Tina. X

Awww...thank you Tina. All your comments are so greatly appreciated. Take a look in more detail at Swn y Mor via my this week featured cottage on the Woof Guide homepage.

Wednesday 24 June 2009

As Summer and Sunshine approaches...

So yes, as the warm weather descended on Pembrokeshire recently, my pooch was getting ridiculously hot all day every day and therefore had to be shaved for his own sanity.

As you can tell, since Monday I have had a chance to calm down and think realistically about my beloved having been scalped. I guess my dad was right in bringing him to the pooch parlour for a little cut, but boy was it one big shock when I saw him for the first time! One of the biggest shockers was his tail once long, fluffy and decorative - turned thin, whippy and rat like.

Jed is now around 13 and this is the very first year that the decision has been made to relieve him of his fur coat, but I wonder how many humans make it an annual outing? I suppose it does really make sense doesn't it?

Imagine a Border Collie... Now think Staffie...Does that have any affect?!
The sun is shining again here in Pembrokeshire today which, when I am working from our South County office in Tenby always prompts a long walk down to the Harbour and beach at lunch. I think tonight I will venture into the outdoors and bring Jed to Carew Castle and take the walk around the Mill - though I will walk from Cosheston on the back lane to Milton then onto Carew. Takes me around 2 hours to complete but it is a lovely walk, especially when the tide is in.

Oh gosh, then I may even pop into Carew Inn across the road to sit in the same beer garden as Russell Crowe himself only a few days before! At the moment Freshwater West beach, which is a long stretch of golden sand, blue sea and plentiful sand dunes and dog friendly ALL YEAR ROUND (Jed's favourite) is host to the new Robyn Hood epic.
The Crowe man himself along with a huge cast is therefore down in Pembrokeshire at the moment shooting a few takes down Fresh Water. Russell then only goes and pops in for some grub and a few beers at Carew Inn on Sunday evening!! Must have been his day off...

Monday 22 June 2009

My Dog is now a Staffie!

You will never guess what has happened - my Border collie cross Springer is no more, he has been shaved! I am going home now to lie down but will fill you in tomorrow!!

Thursday 21 May 2009

Dog's go FREE to explore Porthgain...

Harbour View in Porthgain is a superb dog friendly property that is a welcoming home from home. Sleeping 10, Harbour View is simply perfect for those treasured family reunions or a friendly get together whirlwind and is available at such fantastic value for money for the larger parties.

What is even more appealing about Harbour View is that the dog friendly property welcomes not just one, but two beloved furries to experience the wonders of Porthgain and Pembrokeshire beyond alongside you.

Ideal for dogs who love nothing more than splashing in the sea and digging in the sand or bounding across the headland and jumping in muddy puddles - Harbour View is superbly set surrounded by every pooches paradise.

The harbour village of Porthgain is a thriving community of fishermen with a number of compelling reasons to visit, filling the popular village with plentiful intriguing bustle throughout the year.
No visit to Porthgain is complete without a meal or two in the traditional Sloop Inn, serving wholesome pub grub with the selective seafood dish. More importantly, the picturesque Sloop Inn rustles up a storm for the real ale fanatics who are certain to be content after graciously sipping their well kept Felinfoel Double Dragon Ale, a pure welsh treat quite often on tap for pure pleasure.

Traethllyfn, property of The National Trust is a dog friendly bay surrounded by impressive headland and host to a number of inviting rock pools that your dog will love to play in relentlessly for hours. You can reach Traethllyfn from Porthgain by taking the coastal path to the beach or if you prefer, you can park at Abereiddy and take the 1 km walk along the coastal path also. The choice is entirely yours depending on how adventurous you and your pooch are feeling! I should mention here that the view from the southern side of the coastal path makes for a superb photo opportunity over the harbour - don't forget your camera!

As if the mere pleasantries weren't enough to kick start your plans to visit Harbour View and Porthgain, I have yet another something special to reveal from under my sleeve that may just get your suitcases down from the loft...

I am delighted to present your two delightful dogs with a FREE holiday to Harbour View in Porthgain as they come along free of charge. Simply give a call to a member of our Coastal team, quote 'Woof Blog' and start packing your doggie bag!

Please Note: This alluring offer is available to capture until the end of 2009.

Wednesday 20 May 2009

Time for a Pembrokeshire Doggie Holiday!

If your little furry friend is looking up at you with those puppy dog eyes, lying with his head in his paws looking ridiculously sorry for himself and huffing every time you leave the room...maybe it is time to whisk him away on a dog friendly holiday.

What do you think?

Humans tend to shout from the rooftops when they need to pack their bags and get away from the stresses and strains of everyday life until somebody actually starts listening, but little old four legs in the corner can't really express himself in the same way. Well I suppose he could take up barking in that sorrowful high pitched tone but let's face it, we would probably write it off as threatening the poor old postman...yet again!

Let's think Pembrokeshire...sandy and golden beaches, bright blue seas, wonderful woodland and plentiful headland, intriguing coastline, picturesque harbour's, quaint towns and valleys, awesome adventure...need the list really have to go on?! Actually just for the record I have put in a strong request for glorious sunshine this summer too, so there is another to add.

Ok, so we have your destination confirmed as popular dog friendly Pembrokeshire, but I am guessing that you really do now need a place to rest your head and call home for the week or two - anybody would have thought I had this rehearsed!

I would like to bring to your attention a detached property set off the main road in Newport, North Pembrokeshire, Curlew Cottage. If ever you were looking for a home from home you need to look no further, so many amenities right on your doorstep and a perfect paradise full of doggie delights for your beloved to explore.


Newport is home to not just one but two dog friendly beaches Newport Sands and Parrog, which do not incur any restrictions at any time during the year - meaning that Freddie can bound along the beach and splash in the wash as much as he very well likes!


Curlew Cottage is situated only a short 5 minutes away from the Estuary where by a path in front of the house will lead you there...and to carry on even more, by crossing the main road you will be taken up to the Carn Ingli Mountain Fort (Hill of the Angels, Angel Mountain) which is a wondrous spectacle well worth the adventure...you humans might even enjoy it!

I knew you would be impressed with the numerous reasons to visit Curlew Cottage in Newport - actually in thinking on it here is another, take a lunch date to Fronlas Cafe in Newport Town, scrumptious grub and welcoming to dogs!

See they just can't stop flowing...go and see for yourself.

Tuesday 5 May 2009

Spiffing Say for Step In, Abermawr



Gosh what a marvellous weekend has just passed yet again, I am getting highly used to waking up to glorious sunshine...please don't let it disappear!

At the moment, well since the end of February really Jed (my furry pooch) and I have been intensely training for the Pembrokeshire Dawn Walk which will challenge participants to a 26 mile walk on Sunday 17th May. Jed has never been happier, an abundance of walks lasting for a minimum of four hours is naturally any dog's heaven. Though he is getting on a little now at 12, but he is as bouncing as ever and boy would he throw one big wobbly if I left him at home! Jed won't be partaking in the actual Pembrokeshire dawn walk as I think the 26 miles would appear a little too much for his little spotty paws and consists of a few main roads, though I am sure he would strongly disagree if he heard that comment. The route that I have been taking for a few months now leads around the pleasant circular walk at Carew Castle and Tidal Mill that I highly recommend being one of Jed's famous favourite's!

So after having completed my little update to you on Natalie's world, I will now crack on to report a few comments that have recently been made for Step In, Abermawr that sounds promising for the four legged friend in the family.

A previous client that stayed with The Woof Guide at Step In in April noted the following comments from a doggie perspective:
'Good that the sitting out area was private and dog proof - it caught the sun at the right time of the day.'

'Excellent for dog walking. Woodland, quiet lanes and beaches. Wore the dog out' (when commenting on the location of the cottage).

Abermawr Bay is remote beach that is dog friendly all year round. A combination of golden sand and pebble bank make Abermawr Bay a pleasant rural location for plentiful walks during your stay.
The nearest town to Abermawr would be the pleasantries awaiting your visit at Fishguard, explore the harbour, quaint town and Lower Fishguard beach.
And for the very recent, valued comments above that Step In has triggered I have this week noted Step In as my featured cottage. Well done!

Monday 20 April 2009

Awelfan - So much adventure...

If you are a couple looking to getaway for a relaxing break away to explore our magnificent Pembrokeshire Coastline and would like nothing more than to bring along your beloved pooch, then you really do not have to look any further than Awelfan, situated in the pleasant surroundings of Square and Compass, North Pembrokeshire.

For the humans in the party they have a shared heated indoor swimming pool to offer a spot of indulgence during your stay, but more importa
ntly I am guessing that you would like to know what exactly is on offer for your best four legged friend...
Within the charming garden at
Awelfan, there is a lawn and patio area for your pooch to have a stretch of his legs first thing in the morning before heading off for your days exploration around our Pembrokeshire County.



Heading out from Awelfan's front door, only a mile down the road will bring you to join the stunning Aberfelin Cove section of our Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, which inhabits a small historic stone mill which originally gave Aberfelin Cove it's name. From here, by taking a right turn will lead you towards the very much loved, popular village of picturesque Abercastle, where you can pleasantly stroll along the sandy, shingle bay.
By turning left will lead you to witness the intriguing and interesting industrial history and fishermen of Porthgain harbour. No visit to the harbour village of Porthgain is complete without a bite to eat and refreshment in one of Pembrokeshire's most popular pubs The Sloop Inn, where your furry friend is welcome to join you on both the large village green and patio area.

If another day you fancy a spin in the car, a short, scenic drive from Square and Compass will bring you into St David's, famous for being a unique and intriguing city with it's magnificently grand Cathedral, set in the heart of some of the most outstanding coastal beauty in Europe.

So you see, when placing yourself in such a fantastically convenient location such as Square and Compass in Pembrokeshire, you have so many doggie wonders right on your doorstep for you to seek at ease during your stay in Awelfan.

If you would like to chat through any further information in regards to Awelfan or would like to book your dog friendly holiday to Pembrokeshire in the near future, then please do not hesitate in calling 01437 765 765 as a member of our Coastal Cottages Team would be more than happy to help.

Tuesday 31 March 2009

A Pleasant Pawfect Property...

Sometimes you can be presented with so much tempting choice of your perfect property for the pooch in your family on http://www.thewoofguide.com/, that your vision can become one big overwhelming blur, where you don't necessarily get the opportunity to admire and appreciate all aspects of the properties you are viewing!

That is why I would like to draw a little attention to
Pen y Daith a well presented, dog friendly property located in Pleasant Valley, Wiseman's Bridge...

A high quality, spacious home that is filled with a welcoming aroma and fantastic base for such great exploration and adventure for all the family during your stay with us in Pembrokeshire. Great to know but not necessarily for the furry friend in the party, the owner of Pen y Daith will make you feel like a Princess (or Prince - whatever the case maybe!) by offering a service of beauty excellence to the desire of her visitors to the County. Mind you I suppose in this day and age it wouldn't be inevitable to walk down the street and find 'The Pooch Pampering Parlour of Pembrokeshire' offering two for one! Now there's an interesting thought...
Upon leaving the property you can head for the sand and sea of Wiseman's Bridge Bay, a peaceful warming bay that has been silenced considerably since the beach having been used to stage the practice of the D-Day landings during the Second World War. An enchanting bay which embraces many dogs and their humans all year round and most definitely worthy of your pooches visit. Paddle in the wash, swim for the ball and dig holes enthusiastically in the golden sand. Pawfect...

No long, evening stroll with the sand between your paws and toes would be complete without a stop at the local Inn to soak up the sunshine, admire the coast and breathe in our fresh Pembrokeshire sea air, which is what makes The Wiseman's Bridge Inn the perfect setting for coastal bliss. Relax in the dining room or sit with your feet up in the garden which extends right down to the golden bay...I know, cue warm sunny evening and red skies, you wouldn't want to leave.

Thursday 19 March 2009

Crufting Mania!

So there we have it, another dabble at Crufts has been and gone yet again, but have left all our team feeling so very very pleased with having received such a terrific response and interest towards The Woof Guide which can never ever be a bad thing. I think it may have had something to do with Heidi from Paw Plunger joining the team and offering a help in hand for a little while...!

It did take a few days after the show for Sue, Fran and Sarah W to recover, their poor little feet were throbbing! I am still convinced it was due to having partied hard, drinking a few too many bottles of wine and scoffing too many chocolate digestive biscuits...but I was proved wrong as they religiously followed one jam packed itinerary...


Up at 6.30 (Fran being the only exception) to be showered and down to breakfast by 7, at the show for 8 and chatting madly to all the doggie crazy people until at least 18.00. They did re fuel by whopping down a big juicy steak previous to bed at 9 ish, which unfortunately though meant no Johnathan Ross for Sue on Friday night!

All the same, I would just like to say congrats to the three musketeers and well done for all your hard work over the 5 days which I'm sure bought out the lovely Labrador in you for the majority, but at times revealed the snap of a yappy Jack Russell.

Roll on 2010 hey guys?!

Wednesday 4 March 2009

Crufts 2009

Good Morning all. It only seems like yesterday that I had only been with Coastal Cottages for a few months and before I knew it they had me packing my bags to head off to Birmingham to exhibit The Woof Guide and our dog friendly holidays at Crufts 2008. Of this, I could not complain...
Now, I turn around and here we are a year later and it is that time of the year yet again. Just where does the time go?
Sadly, I am unable to attend Crufts this year, but I am delighted to reveal that we have our 3 musketeers, Sarah W, Sue and Fran going along instead to meet you all and enjoy a chat over a nice cup of tea and chocolate biccie.
Fran has packed as though she is off around the world for 80 days and has packed enough snacks and pop to have emptied Tesco, Sarah W has bruised her eye having had an argument with a very angry ironing board this morning and Sue, well Sue is nowhere to be seen just yet. So all in all, the morning of their departure is going as smoothly as ever!
Crufts, the world's largest dog show is proud to 'explore, discover and enjoy the wonderful world of dogs'. Last year I was able to experience it all first hand and witness so many new breeds of dogs that I never knew even existed!
This year is rather exciting for us, as Crufts this year brings the launch of our 'Dog Walks of Pembrokeshire with Bob the Dog' booklet which includes some of our most beautiful dog friendly walks within Pembrokeshire. Our booklet gives a terrific insight and description of each walk which are paired with superb photographs of the varying locations. A handy size to pop into your handbag or rucksack and have a flick through when you have 5 minutes. Well worth the read...
So, If you are planning to take a trip to Crufts this year then do pop along and say 'hello' to the troublesome three (only joking) that are representing our Woof Guide and Coastal Cottages team this year at Crufts. You never know if your lucky, you may even win a dog friendly holiday!

Thursday 19 February 2009

Revealing Rivendell

As we enter the Spring, I get a little excited. I can't help but think of the long Summer evenings ideal for long strolls followed by a refreshing drink at the local. Granted, I may be a little premature in allowing my thought pattern to think that far ahead, but once January has passed that is all I can seem to think about and I know my pooch is thinking the same. We no longer have to run around the block to be in by 16.00 as it turns pitch black or wait until gone 08.00 in the morning to head for a spin down to the beach.

On holiday in Pembrokeshire sounds great without thinking about it too much, but when you are able to bring your best friend on holiday and stay with your friends too, doesn't it make it sound perfect?

All our Woof Guide and Coastal Cottages team live, work and breathe in Pembrokeshire and can advise you on anything that will make your stay more relaxing and your dog's stay as exciting and as adventurous as it possibly can be.


Introduce Rivendell. Located in an idyllic setting in the rural village of St Florence, South Pembrokeshire. A perfect spot for gentle strolls and playing ball in the garden and just when you thought you may not be able to squeeze in a pint or two, cue The Sun Inn. Kick back, relax and enjoy our fresh Pembrokeshire air.

Something a little further afield for a mid morning treat and only a 10 minute drive from St Florence, Carew shall appear. Carew Castle is one of Pembrokeshire's most popular landmarks and is most certainly worth a visit, (with your dog of course)! Whilst you are there take the time to stroll around the mile long walk alongside the Pond making the most of the fantastic photo opportunities and appreciating the outstanding beauty.

For more details on this walk paw here please.

After your walk around Carew Castle head for the Carew Inn across the road for a light lunch and refreshing beverage. Your pooch of course shall be looked after with a bowl or two of cool water as he rests in the beer garden on a sunny day or by the fire in the bar on a not so good day!

Rivendell is an ideal location for your stay with us in Pembrokeshire and has so much to offer the furry friends of the family. Take a look at full details on Rivendell by viewing here.

Thursday 5 February 2009

Snow is Falling...

I have come to the conclusion that my dog loves the white snow more than myself. On Tuesday morning when we had our first snowfall my dog was the first to make his paw prints in the snow whilst Drizzle (my cat) watched reluctantly from the kitchen.
As snow only comes around for us in Pembrokeshire once in a blue moon, we tend to get very excited when we wake up and the white fairies have sparkled their dust over the land, snow looks so pretty when unspoilt. I stress 'when unspoilt' as it can get to look rather dirty once a few cars and lorries have turned it to a horrible dirty brown at the side of the road.
Back to Jed and Drizzle. Jed is a maniac in the snow, dancing around the garden letting out the occasional 'this is so much fun' bark and chasing Drizzle around in circles.
Drizzle has never actually seen snow before and so for her this is proved to be one terrifying experience. You can almost see the clogs working behind her little eyes, 'What the devil is all that white fluffy stuff covering my scratching post?' It was so funny to watch though, as Drizzle was doing her very best to avoid every inch of the white stuff, Jed comes bounding along, Drizzle scarpers and Jed begins tormenting her in the bushes! You would have thought that that would have resolved her fear (or made it ten times worse), but as the snow returns this morning, Drizzle took one look and skips back into the house. I suppose it must feel like walking on water to cats really.
And that's another thing, do your dogs always feel the need to eat snow? Jed is terrible. It is fun throwing snowballs at him though and watching him dive to catch it, but is eating snow really good for our best friend?
After doing a little research this afternoon, there is such a term known as 'snow poisoning'. This is simply when a dog that is dying of thirst, is surrounded by snow. The problem is that eating the snow doesn't equal drinking water, not by a long stretch! When you think about it, snow melts down to very little water and so wouldn't provide our pooch with hardly any liquid at all. I suppose that the moral of that story, is always make sure a nice bowl of water is on hand!
I hope you are all enjoying the snow as much as Jed and I, taking plenty of snaps of the white blanket covering the countryside, as we never knwo when it shall return!

Saturday 31 January 2009

Do you walk your dog when it's raining?


I came into work this morning and what a great surprise. It was gloomy, grey and raining. The clouds looking like they were ready to let rip a massive quantity of rain drops, I suppose you could compare them to a pregnant lady waiting to drop. Oh joy!

The state of the weather then sparked my thoughts to the following topic, 'How many people actually still take their dog for a walk even if it was raining?'

Now I'm not talking drizzle (that's the name of my cat too),or light, misty rain, I mean absolutely tipping it down, soaking wet rain where you only have to step onto your doorstep and your hair look as though you have just jumped out of the shower. My dog, the gorgeous Jed only has to hear it raining and think, 'Great, that's my walk out of the window this morning!'

But when you think about it, your cat is the mostly likely domestic pet to hide inside out of the rain because they don't like water.

Dogs, given half a chance bound out of the door, roll in the grass and shake as the tiptoe back into the kitchen pleased with themselves that you now have to chase them around in circles to wipe their paws so they don't get mud on the cream carpets! You can tell I'm talking from experience can't you?!

But Jed knows the drill. Out he trots for a wee and a breath of fresh air, door opens and in he treads and stands like a very good, well trained boy as I wipe him over with his doggie towel. Not likely! Jed gets as far as the door opening and rockets straight into the living room, where he knows that mum has just that second put the hoover away. Typical , but he does make me giggle. As he has got older his character just gets funnier and funnier. He is one wise fella!

I think he is teaching my little cat a few tricks too...

Enter Drizzle. A fairly small, slight pussycat with patterns of grey, brown and black all over, with a dove white belly and pricked ears. Drizzle, such a pretty, friendly fur ball, gracefully parading around her home ready to spot the next sucker munching on something tasty. Of course, Jed has beaten her to it and has already claimed the prime seat in the house awaiting any falling crumbs for him to lap up. Well, so he believes, until...

Drizzle. This little madam isn't fazed by Jed's presence as she has figured out that as she is so small she can afford to launch herself onto the chair and sit on the lap of her victim, getting closer than the spotty nosed pooch. But somehow Jed's pitiful, sorry eyes always wins the choccie biscuit!

Honestly, in the mornings I am lucky if I get to munch half of my piece of toast because I am surrounded by the zoo! But our home would be lost without them, they carry such a respected presence.

Thursday 8 January 2009

Freshwater West Beach, Pembrokeshire


I always find that taking my pooch for a trip down the beach during the Winter months is so much more enjoyable than battling with the crowds during the height of the Summer season. Of course I have no objection whatsoever with the many people that visit Pembrokeshire in the Summer it's just that you can find your dog will never get any peace.

My dog will always manage to find the man with the camera trying to take a 'beach' shot of his little children in the sea. In swoops Jed ball in mouth, tail wagging, ears pricked and a spring in his step as he bounds into the sea. Cue glare from Dad.

But that just wouldn't happen in the Winter. I know it does sound like I may be stating the obvious here, but the only other people you will come across, are other lovely people wanting some peace and quiet to let their dogs run wild along the sand and splashing in the sea and the occasional surfer dude, but they just please themselves.

I recently took Jed down to his favourite beach, Freshwater West and it was as unspoilt and as refreshing as ever. Freshwater West is a fantastic beach to visit all year round for dogs, as it carries no horrible restrictions and has a long stretch of golden sand, plenty of sand dunes, rock pools and a clean sea for a doggie dip. If you are coming to Pembrokeshire with Coastal, then I would most certainly recommend this beach to visit. For me, having a water-loving dog at home allows me to venture to the beach everyday if I liked and knew that my dog would be absolutely delighted to accompany me.
There is nothing like wrapping up cosy warm as you feel the brisk air manage to catch only your face as you gently stroll across soft sand, splashing your wellies in the sea and watching your four legged friend have the time of his life.