Most guidebooks assume the walker will walk this route from north to south, but on this stretch of coastline it seems preferable to go from south to north. Firstly, the prevailing wind is more likely to be behind; and secondly, this way the coastal scenery, after a comparatively tame start along St Brides Bay, becomes more and more magnificent and challenging.

Broad Haven is a sprawling village in a fine location, with a long sandy beach and all the usual amenities, including a youth hostel. It is easily accessible from Haverfordwest, with a reasonably
regular bus service. The coast path starts at the north end of the beach, where it is clearly signposted up a track leading to the clifftops above Sleek Stone. It takes an easy route across grassy headlands as it follows a path towards Druidston Haven, named after the Norman knight Drue, who invaded Ireland in the 12th century. This part of the path is along one of many specially negotiated rights of way, but sadly it is forced to divert a short distance inland and join the road on the outskirts of Druidston, passing above the back of the hotel which, presumably, barred its passage.

The beach at Druidston is one of several encountered along this part of the walk, as the path rejoins the coast above Druidston Haven.

Nolton Haven is a pretty little place, whose charm is only slightly spoilt by a rash of static caravans. Set in a valley, with the Mariners Inn and a pleasant small beach, all of which make it a fine place to stop.
From here the path heads steeply up along the side of the cliffs, passing above the unusual outcrop of Rickets Head, and then on down past a solitary chimney.

At the top of the next rise, Newgale Beach comes into sight. This magnificent 2-mile (3km) stretch of sand faces west and, not surprisingly, it is a favourite spot for surfers and windsurfers. It is also popular for family summer holidays. Facilities include cafés at either end, and a pub. Rejoining the road, the path leads down to the beach and along Newgale Sands, which is good firm walking, with shingle piled up by the unobtrusive road on the right. This is one of the few stretches of the coast path where fast progress can be made.

Join the road at the northern end of the beach by the last buildings, going a short way uphill before turning off on the coast path, which follows the cliffs to the left. Alternatively, if the tide is out and you do not mind risking getting your feet wet, it is possible to continue along the beach to Cwm Mawr. This is the more interesting end of Newgale Sands, where there are rock pools and caves to explore. On the hillside above there is a half demolished small, cream-coloured building, and a track leads up past it to rejoin the path.

Here the coast path begins to bear westwards, with extensive gorse and heather on the hillside below, making towards the headland of Dinas Fach.