Regulations United Kingdom Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
The Castle & Blowhole
Climbing
Regulations on 30 October 2026
Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.
The position marks the site rather than the extent of the rule.
-
Voluntary closure
Climbing · 1 Mar to 1 Aug
Not in force on 30 October 2026
Restrictions apply from 1 March - 1 August.
Reason: Nesting Birds
The restriction applies to all of the East Blowhole. (Routes; 'The Crystal Ozone', to 'Chiaroscuro' ). The West, South and East Faces are not affected by this restriction.
The route "White Knight" on the Landward face is restricted due to nesting Choughs.
RESTRICTIONS LIFTED FOR 2026
Sectors:
- East Blowhole
- White Knight
Published by BMC, 24 Jul 2026 · The Castle & Blowhole
-
Regulated
Climbing · All year
In force on 30 October 2026
Castlemartin Training Area
[…]
Access restrictions
Castlemartin is subject to the Castlemartin RAC Range Byelaws 1986.
When the ranges are used for live firing, red flags (day) or red lights (night) are displayed and access is prohibited.
Access opportunities
Two car parks within Range East provide access to a limited network of public rights of way, which includes sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail. Access is subject to firing times.
Published by Ministry of Defence, 16 Mar 2026 · Wales - public access to military areas
In Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Regulated zone
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
These hold everywhere inside the boundary, whether or not a site is marked.
-
Permit required
Camping & bivouac · All year
In force on 30 October 2026
- 10. Is wild camping allowed?
No. Nearly all the land the Coast Path passes through is in private ownership. Camping without the landowner’s permission (wild camping) is a trespass against the owner. There are many campsites along the Coast Path. […]
Published by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority · Coast Path FAQ