I always laugh to myself when they call St Davids a “city centre”. It is such a village in every way that the word “city” somehow feels silly, like calling some football goalposts down the local park a football stadium. But St Davids has a lovely little centre with all the quirky, independent shops you would associate with a close-knit community such as this.
In the middle of the triangle, which is the centre point of St Davids, there is a beautiful war memorial which is lovely to sit on and enjoy a salt and vinegar drenched fish and chips from the local chippie. From here you will walk down the hill and head right, going past the lovely Window on Wales which sells all manner of authentic Welsh goods.
This will bring you down a street called Nun Street which has some amazing shops and tea rooms on it. Look out especially for the amazing Y Gegin (previously St Davids Gin & Kitchen) on your right. It’s a really special place for a lunchtime bite or evening meal.
After 100 yards or so you’ll come to the lovely serene Quickwell Hill so take a left and head on down the hill. From here you’ll get some lovely views of St David’s Cathedral and also find a very handy car park for when you are staying at Yewdale holiday cottage. And our cottage is at the bottom of the hill (number 8). Simples!
The entire walk will take you no more than 3 minutes. So as you can see, as regards its location, there’s no beating Yewdale Cottage – the perfect rental for a family break or beach holiday in West Wales.
