Picton Castle
A stunning stately home, Picton Castle has 40 acres of some of the most beautiful woodland gardens and grounds in West Wales. There is a Secret Owl Garden where you can meet 25 species of owls. Visit...
YHA Pwll Deri
Overview
Situated on a beautiful cliff top with stunning, panoramic views of the sea, YHA Pwll Deri is a great location for a coastal break in Wales.
Guests at YHA Pwll Deri can head north to Strumble Head, with its spectacular lighthouse, or go south for a choice of beaches which the Pembrokeshire coast is perhaps best known for. There's so many things to see and do, we're sure you'll have a great getaway.
This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.
Why guests love YHA Pwll Deri
Accommodation at YHA Pwll Deri
Things to do around YHA Pwll Deri
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Oakwood Theme Park
If you're looking for an adrenaline-fuelled day out then Oakwood Theme Park is perfect for you. Climb aboard the Treetops Coaster or try Speed - hold tight and get ready for 2,000ft of fast, furious...
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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
With over 950km of footpaths, walking is an ideal way to appreciate the spectacular scenery, wildlife and history of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path twists and...
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Castell Henllys Iron Age Village
A unique Iron Age hill fort recreated with replica Iron Age roundhouses. Travel back in time over 2,000 years to experience life in the Iron Age. You can walk in the footsteps of the Demetae tribe...
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Pentre Ifan Chambered Tomb
Pentre Ifan takes us back to Neolithic times. This splendid burial chamber has a huge 5m capstone poised on three uprights. The capstone appears to be delicately placed but has remained in place for...
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Cardigan town
Discover a vibrant culture, ideally located to explore the fabulous land and seascapes of the Teifi Valley and Cardigan Bay. Visit the Visit Cardigan website
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Walking and rambling in Pembrokeshire
Dinas Head is a circular walk of about 2 miles. It's 465 ft above sea level but your hard work will be rewarded by amazing views. Cwm-yr-Eglwys beach, with the remains of an old church, is a lovely...
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Dinas Head
Walking the coast path around Dinas Island shows off the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park at its best. The walk is 465ft above sea level and is hard going but the views are worth the effort. Visit...
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Cycling in Pembrokeshire
There are cycle routes around Pembrokeshire to enjoy and routes go up around the Presilli Hills. Plan your route and take in some more of our cycle-friendly hostels along the way.
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Fishguard Harbour
6 miles Explore this popular town, with pretty views over the harbour especially in Lower Fishguard. Visit the website
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Pembrokeshire Coastal Path
500m from the Youth Hostel 186 miles (300k) long, mostly cliff top level with 35,000 feet (11,000m) of ascent and descent. Visit the website
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Highchair
- Library
- Minibus parking nearby
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- Near ferry port
- Near train station
- No mobile coverage
- No WiFi
- Outdoor seating
- Sea view
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Water refill station
Hostel need to know
Accommodation: This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.
Self-catering: YHA Pwll Deri is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.
Parking: This is parking at the hostel.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Pwll Deri. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Pwll Deri - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
This hostel is part of our Volunteer Managers programme. You can find out about becoming a Volunteer Manager and supporting our small hostels on our Volunteering site.
History
Pwll Deri opened in 1957 as YHA expanded their network into South Wales. The hostel was originally two cottages set at right angles, a strange layout for the location. The building is also set at a right angle to the cliff top creating a triangular space for the hostels.
It was also the first British youth hostel to be established with the help of the National Parks Commission. There was a large refurbishment in 2007 to bring the hostel back to modern expectations. The main change was with an all-weather conservatory replacing the triangular viewing area, making this much more usable year-round.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: After a day's exertion on your activity break, relax and enjoy a bottle of wine and watch the sun set from the comfort of the hostel. On cold and windy days sit in this warm and cosy retreat with a cup of coffee, and watch the storms pounding the shoreline - a spectacular sight that you'll only see on a coastal break.
