To spend Feb half term in Pembrokeshire

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Or will the weather be too dire? Ideally, we'd spend time on Barafundle Bay and Bosherton area for four days. Two DC (6,8). DH thinks it's too chancy with the weather with high risk of rain and being cold. I'm just desperate for a change of scenery and break from routine and have probably fixated on brisk mornings walks on the beach and because we've been to that area before in the summer (and were lucky with amazing weather and no crowds) and fell in love with Barafundle Bay. AIBU to risk going in Feb? I don't expect it to be warm but worried about it raining everyday. I know there's lots to do in the area with kids (e.g. Folly Farm) but we'd all prefer to be on the beach, walking through the woods etc. DH is predicting it isn't going to work out. We haven't booked anything yet!

We're spending half term in Pwhelli and can't wait! Wrap up warm for outdoor and bring waterproofs and games for indoors.

I love oembrokshire, so no you're not! Enjoy.

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Just go - enjoy the change of scenery and take plenty of warm & waterproof clothes.
Never any guarantee of the weather in this Country - last Feb half term we were walking around in t-shirts!!

I'd consider basing yourselves in Tenby. Lots of restaurants and places like Folly Farm if the weather is dire. 30 minute drive to Barafundle bay. We stayed in a lovely big house overlooking the harbour when we went. Just watching the fishermen come and go was surprisingly entertaining. Just had a quick look at Air bnb and it has some availability still depending on when you're half term is. Gorgeous area of the world wherever you stay though.

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Thanks for the link Discoballs!

Do it. I grew up in North Pembrokeshire. I have happy memories of blustery walks on the beach.

Some of us live here so have to spend Feb in windy West Wales I would say high winds are more of a problem than the rainfall this time of year on the coast, but it's invigorating and you can still take your shoes off and feel the sea bite at your toes and you will get fab rosy cheeks. I actually prefer Manor House wildlife Park to Folly Farm (smaller, less commercial and you get closer to the animals). They are only a couple of miles apart. Blue Lagoon pool is good to book if you need an indoor afternoon,and next to Canaston woods so you get your walk in too.

Do it! We hesd that way at any time if the year and it's always beautiful. There's no bad weather, only bad clothes as they say!

I have done it many times but it was free. I would definitely go as long as it wasn't going to break the bank.

Oh thank you for all the replies! This is reassuring. We're driving so will be able to take lots of board games in case we're house bound.

Discoballs I originally found a place in Tenby as I thought the same as you, that being in town might be better in case it rains. He didn't want to be in town and prefers to be away from it all but I'll have another look at Tenby and check out the link you sent.

Heulog thanks for the suggestion. Folly Farm was good when we went but I really like the sound of a smaller, more low key place. Kids loved Blue Lagoon last time and we did repeat visits so that will be on the cards come rain or shine!

Now to find somewhere to stay!

Personally I love cold blustery walks on the cliffs - obviously if it's blowing a gale and/or pissing it down that's a different story.

Yy to bringing board games! And maybe see if you can find somewhere to rent that has an open fire.

I'm trying decide between Devon or Pembrokeshire for feb half term. We know the weather is likely to be dire which ever we choose, but we rehomed a dog last week who we cant wait to take for walks along a beach. Really looking forward to the break which ever we choose

Heulog. I left after university.

I live in pembrokeshire have done all my life and I hate the place unless it is summer . But if you like dogs and the wind go for it, the area is beautiful.

In the summer I would agree with your DH. At this time of year it's nice to have things on your doorstep.

My husband and I gave up holidays in February as they were too cold and miserable. It was -6 in oxford when we went at feb half term.

I live in north pembrokeshire. It is beautiful here and we are incredibly lucky to have it all on our doorstep! February weather can be hit and miss between rain, wind and sometimes even snow(less likely in the south)🙈 but I would still go if I were you. Just make sure you bring weather appropriate clothing and you will have a fab holiday!

We went away last Feb half term and are going again this half term (although to the Lake District not Pembrokeshire).

It was chilly but mostly dry surprisingly and we had a great time. Take plenty of warm clothes, good boots and coats so that you can get out. Our son is 6 now but even at 5 he enjoyed some good walks and we saw some stunning scenery.

Have a couple of ideas for if the weather is bad.

Mostly, we found it was just nice to get away and relax. Hope you enjoy!

We live in sunny west wales......half term will be spent at home.
I think tenby will be fairly quiet in February if you decide to stay there.
I agree manor park is a lovely place to take the kids.
We love dinosaur park.
Last February was warm and my kids were in sea.

The walk from Bosherston to Broadhaven beach through the lily ponds is lovely and generally more sheltered than the walk to Barafundle.
If you stay out of town it’s easy enough to drive into Tenby for the day or to the pottery cafe in Narberh or the VR centre in Pembroke. Obviously worth checking if open !

Ooh don’t forget Heatherton just opposite Manor Park. That’s got lots of fun activities for the kids and surprisingly good food!

I am sure it is a beautiful part of the country, lots of places in the UK are beautiful and have lovely walks and things to do.

The issue is that the OPs husband is concerned that it will rain and they will be spending time and money on this trip. They could end up indoors trying to entertain children without access to home resources or comforts.

He has a good point. There a financial and mental load associated with the trip. They could just stay home and organised day trips/ go away if the weather if better at the last minute.

@LemonTT completely agree. It is a nightmare in the rain. I live here and don't get the attraction outside of a summer day on the beach. Even then there are only a handful of beaches with a complete dog ban. Honestly the dinosaur park is dreadful, blue lagoon expensive in peak season swansea pool is far better.