Romantic Glamping Holiday in Pembrokeshire: Wild Spa, Woodland Walks & Time for Two
Updated: Oct 23
Imagine stepping out of your glamping tent after a long, lazy breakfast with your favourite person and into a Welsh temperate rainforest. Take a beautiful woodland walk to dip beneath a magical waterfall linked in local legend to the Mabinogi, a collection of ancient Welsh stories. A place to laugh, talk, have a picnic and swim, giving your busy minds a chance to decompress.
When you’re done, follow the hand-drawn map back to camp and enjoy some hammock time or a private session in our adults-only outdoor Wild Spa, with its wood-fired sauna, rainforest showers and views of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
After, head back to your glamping accommodation or camping tent for dinner around the fire. Maybe one of you prepares the food while the other gets the campfire going. Take your time eating, watching the bats swoop overhead and the stars come out. Then, if you’re glamping, head inside to a proper bed with a feather duvet and the warmth of your wood burner.
Real time for each other. How does that sound?
That’s a day at Top of the Woods in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Our kind of romantic eco-luxury glamping getaway is nature, comfort and time together, with or without your dogs. Woodland adventures straight from camp, space to decompress and all of Pembrokeshire and Cardigan Bay to explore when you fancy heading out.
If this sounds like your kind of couples’ getaway, or you are looking for somewhere special for a birthday or anniversary holiday, here are four reasons to spend a few days with us at Top of the Woods.
A romantic glamping break at Top of the Woods in Pembrokeshire Wales. No occasion needed!
1. Unwind together in our adults-only Wild Spa and wood-fired sauna
Expect to feel wonderfully zenned out after some time in our adults-only Wild Spa and wood-fired sauna. Couples have told us it’s one of the reasons they chose Top of the Woods, and once you settle in, you’ll understand why.
Warm up in the sauna with epic views towards the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, refresh under the outdoor rainforest showers, then stretch out on the sunset decks. Watch the wildlife around the pond, listen to the birds and let the afternoon slow down around you.
There’s time to talk, time to sit quietly and time to give yourselves a little care and attention. Enjoy being together without needing to fill every moment.
Soo’s tip: give yourselves permission to enjoy the full two hours
People often tell me they won’t need two hours. But when did you last give yourselves two whole hours just to feel good?
Settle in, let your shoulders drop and forget about what’s next. After warming up in the sauna, try a few seconds of cooler water under the rainforest shower, gradually building up if it feels comfortable. Rest between rounds and listen to your body.
Leave yourselves time for the hammock or sunset deck too, watching the wildlife above the pond. You might find you’re ready for a wonderfully sleepy evening afterwards.
How much does a two-hour Wild Spa session cost?
A private two-hour Wild Spa session starts from £60 for the two of you. Shared two-hour sessions cost £15 per person. Find out what’s included and what to bring. Sessions are booked separately from your stay, so book ahead with Soo or your camp host.
Can we bring our dog?
Yes, if you book a private session. Your dog must stay on a lead in the Wild Spa and throughout the rest of the site during your visit. Dogs aren’t permitted during shared sessions.
2. A little wild romance: woodland walks and a hidden waterfall, straight from camp
Pack a picnic and head straight from Top of the Woods into the woods, where ancient temperate rainforest meets conifer plantations. Walk, go for a trail run or bring your mountain bikes to explore the woodland tracks. No need to get in the car or decide who’s driving. Just the two of you and an afternoon in the woods.
Follow our hand-drawn 5 mile trail map to the waterfall tucked among the trees, in a ravine. Listen to birdsong and running water along the way, then stop for a paddle or a refreshing dip before finding a pinic spot to eat & dry off.
With nowhere else to be, enjoy discovering somewhere special together.
Can we walk to the waterfall from Top of the Woods?
Yes. Pick up our hand-drawn map from Soo’s Shed for a five-mile circular woodland walk to the waterfall and back. There’s no mobile signal in the woods, so take the map with you. Allow a few hours, including stops.
What should we bring?
Walking shoes with good grip, layers for the weather, drinking water and snacks or a picnic. For a dip, bring bathers, a towel and warm, dry clothes.
Can we walk to a pub from the woods?
Yes. The Ffynnone Arms and the Nags Head are a longer walk, approximately two to three miles, depending on your route. Soo can show you the way on the map. Check seasonal opening and food service times before setting off, and book a taxi back to camp.
3. Cosy eco-luxury glamping, thoughtfully designed for your stay together
Explore our Nature Domes, Pioneer Camps and Safari Lodges to find your perfect glamping accommodation.
Glamping gives you the outdoor experience without bringing the whole camping kit and caboodle. Think real beds, made up ready with feather duvets, Welsh wool blankets and hot water bottles for cosy nights together.
You have arrived and your holiday can just begin.
We’ve carefully positioned each accommodation to make the most of the views and the nature around you. Inside, individual styling, thoughtfully chosen furnishings and handcrafted furniture made in collabration with craftspeople give each accommodation its own character.
Your well-equipped camp kitchen has quality cookware, utensils and everything you need to enjoy cooking together. No blunt knives here! Every glamping pitch also has its own campfire and barbecue for cooking over the flames.
Bring some lovely local ingredients and let meals become part of your day together. Start with a morning brew outside and a lazy breakfast, let lunch last a little longer, then cook dinner for two over the campfire.
When you’re ready to head inside your glamping accommodation, light your wood-burning stove and settle in together with a book, enjoying the crackle and warm glow of the fire.
What’s included in our glamping stay?
Real beds, feather duvets, a well-equipped camp kitchen, a woodburner and your own campfire and barbecue are all provided. Bring your food, towels and personal belongings. Each accommodation page has the full inventory and details of anything extra to pack.
Do all the glamping options have private bathrooms?
The Safari Lodges have their own private toilet and shower facilities.
The Nature Domes and Pioneer Camps use shared facilities.
Is there electricity in the glamping accommodation?
Our Safari Lodges have electricity. Nature Domes and the Pioneer Camps are off-grid, with solar lighting. Check your chosen accommodation page for its full facilities so you can plan what to bring.
Can we cook outside at our glamping accommodation?
Yes. Every glamping pitch has its own barbecue and firepit, with fire tools, and each booking includes a bag of wood, kindling and firelighters to get you started with some tasty wood-fired cooking.
Can we charge our electric car at Top of the Woods?
Yes. We have two 7 kW EV charging points on site, so you can charge your car during your stay. Ask Soo or your camp host about availability, how to use them and current charging costs.
Can we bring our dogs on a glamping getaway?
Yes. You can bring up to two dogs per glamping unit, for a small additional charge per dog, per night. Dogs must stay on a lead on site, with woodland walks straight from the campsite for exploring together.
Can we camp or bring a campervan to Top of the Woods?
Yes. Bring your tent for a stay in our car-free meadow camping area, or choose a camping pitch suitable for a campervan. We can’t accommodate caravans or motorhomes.
Which glamping accommodation would Soo choose for a getaway with Jon?
My personal favourites are the Nature Domes in spring, early summer and autumn, and the Pioneer Camps in summer, both our off grid.
“My favourites are the Nature Domes in spring, early summer and autumn, and the Pioneer Camps in summer.
I love the Pioneer Camps’ real camping feel. The meadow is stunning at sunrise, and stepping outside to make breakfast together is a lovely way to start the day.
For a slower stay, I’d choose a Nature Dome. Those big windows let you watch the day go by while you settle in with a book and a brew. Both are off-grid, offering a simpler way to stay close to nature.
If you prefer electricity and kitchen comforts, including an air fryer and fridge, plus your own toilet and shower, choose one of our huge Safari Lodges The meadow views are gorgeous, and an afternoon in the hammocks can easily drift into evening.
4. A romantic weekend in Pembrokeshire, with outdoor adventures, good food and time together
If your idea of a romantic holiday involves getting outdoors, eating well and having real time with your partner, there’s plenty to enjoy around Top of the Woods. With Pembrokeshire and Cardigan Bay to explore, you can make your getaway as adventurous or leisurely as you want.
Learn to surf together at Newgale or explore the River Teifi gorge to the Welsh Wildlife nature reserve by canoe. Trying something new together is great fun, especially when neither of you has quite mastered it yet!
If you prefer your adventures on foot, head into the Preseli Hills or choose a stretch of the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Walk, talk and stop whenever the view deserves a little longer. Or head out on a wildlife boat trip from New Quay to look for Cardigan Bay’s bottlenose dolphins.
For a gentler day, discover Narberth, with its independent shops and excellent places to eat. Explore St Davids’ cathedral and galleries, or wander around Cardigan before finding somewhere for a long lunch.
Make an evening of Newport with dinner and cocktails, or book a vineyard or distillery experience and discover something Welsh to take home. If live music is your thing, dip into the local scene at a nearby venue or see what’s on at Cardigan’s iconic Cellar Bar during your stay.
There’s far too much to cover in one blog! Our active adventure itinerary for couples, nature and wildlife itinerary and history and culture itinerary will help you find your kind of getaway.
Do we need to organise everything before we arrive?
No. Book guided adventures, wildlife boat trips, tastings and any restaurant tables you particularly want, then leave room to see what you fancy. Check opening days outside the main season and the arrangements for activities that depend on weather and water conditions.
Where can we find local recommendations during our stay?
Head to Soo’s Shed onsite for guest information, local recommendations and ideas for exploring and eating out. If you prefer to plan ahead, browse our holiday itineraries for couples. Whatever you both enjoy, there’s plenty to discover.
When is the best time for a couples’ glamping holiday at Top of the Woods?
For a quieter couples’ getaway, choose May, June, early July or September outside school holidays. There’s time for woodland walks, waterfall dips, coastal adventures and a Wild Spa session, followed by an evening around your campfire.
Mid-July onwards and August bring long summer days, with more families staying because of the school holidays. We run a quiet site, but there are more children staying during this time, so you can decide what is the best time for you.
Ready for a little adventure and some time with each other ?
For us, a romantic getaway is about having time for each other. Sharing an adventure, talking about everything and nothing, and remembering how good it feels to be together, with a little campfire glow and starlight thrown in.
But you’d better watch out. We’ve had many wedding proposals at Top of the Woods, and a few weddings too... who will be next?
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