How to Walk The Pembrokeshire Coast Path in 7 Days

<p>This week’s guest is Rick Clark.</p><p>Rick joins me to talk about walking the Pembrokeshire Coast Path — a week-long journey covering around 186 miles of coastline from Amroth to St Dogmaels.</p><p>Walking south to north, Rick covered big days carrying a full pack and wild camped for much of the route, balancing the practical challenges of water, recovery and finding camp spots with the simplicity that long-distance walking brings.</p><p>We talk about:</p><p>• Why the Pembrokeshire Coast Path feels different to other long-distance trails<br>• Walking 25–30 mile days with a loaded pack<br>• Sharing the opening days of the journey with his son<br>• Companionable silence and conversations that only seem to happen on trails<br>• First experiences of wild camping and learning systems as you go<br>• Finding places you would otherwise never stop in<br>• Water, feet and the surprisingly important role of foot cream<br>• How fitness doesn’t automatically translate into long-distance walking<br>• Wildlife, sunsets and sleeping beside the sea<br>• Why the end of a trail isn’t always the best part</p><p>Trail fact file:</p><p>The trail<br>The Pembrokeshire Coast Path</p><p>Distance<br>Around 186 miles / 300km</p><p>Start / Finish<br>Amroth → St Dogmaels (or reverse)</p><p>How long does it take?<br>Many walkers take around 10–15 days. Rick completed it in 7.</p><p>Terrain<br>Coastal trail with frequent climbs and descents, grassy cliff paths, beaches, occasional road sections and excellent waymarking.</p><p>Wild camping<br>Not officially permitted in most places — always check current guidance and follow leave-no-trace principles.</p><p>Enjoyed the episode? Follow Notes From Big Trails and leave a review — it really helps other listeners find the show.</p><p><br></p><p>Find more at <a href="bigtrailadventures.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">bigtrailadventures.com</a>.</p>