# National Trust - Stackpole Centre, Pembrokeshire

Large National Trust bunkhouses sleeping 139, with a pool and excellent facilities, on the Pembrokeshire coast

## At a Glance

- Sleeps 6 - 139
- 52 bedrooms
- Dining for 50

## Images

- Total images stored: 19
- 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/DSC_0504(1).jpg (caption: Stackpole Centre, owned by the National Trust; alt: Stackpole Centre, owned by the National Trust)
- 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/P1040621.jpg (caption: Barafundle Bay, near Stackpole Centre, consistently voted one of the best beaches in the UK; alt: Barafundle Bay, near Stackpole Centre, consistently voted one of the best beaches in the UK)
- 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/shearwater living 1 IMG_8519.jpg (caption: Shearwater living area and kitchen; alt: Shearwater living area and kitchen)
- 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swan---exterior---2---mike-may---june-2016.940x529.jpg (caption: The exterior of Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: The exterior of Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Stackpole-Centre-dsc_0268.jpg (caption: The games room at Kestrel, part of the Stackpole Centre; alt: The games room at Kestrel, part of the Stackpole Centre)
- 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Stackpole-Centre-IMG_7390.jpg (caption: Stackpole Centre theatre forum; alt: Stackpole Centre theatre forum)
- 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swan-kitchen-mikemay-april2018.jpg (caption: The catering style kitchen at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: The catering style kitchen at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/kingfisher---exterior---3---mike-may---june-2016.940x529.jpg (caption: The exterior of Kingfisher House, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: The exterior of Kingfisher House, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/shearwater doube IMG_8495.jpg (caption: Shearwater family room; alt: Shearwater family room)
- 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/shearwater twin bed IMG_8491.jpg (caption: Shearwater twin; alt: Shearwater twin)
- 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/broadhaven_south.jpg (caption: Broad Haven South Beach, a short walk from the Stackpole Centre; alt: Broad Haven South Beach, a short walk from the Stackpole Centre)
- 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/kestrel---exterior---2---mike-may---june-2016.940x529.jpg (caption: The stone-built, slate roofed exterior of Kestrel at the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: The stone-built, slate roofed exterior of Kestrel at the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swan-groundfloormikemay-april2018.jpg (caption: A ground floor bedroom at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: A ground floor bedroom at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swan-upstairsbedroommikemay-april2018.jpg (caption: An upstairs bedroom at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: An upstairs bedroom at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/JM1_9396.jpg (caption: A dorm-style bedroom in Kestrel, part of the Stackpole Centre, Pembrokshire; alt: A dorm-style bedroom in Kestrel, part of the Stackpole Centre, Pembrokshire)
- 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/DSC_0945(1).jpg (caption: An en suite room at the Stackpole Centre, Pembrokeshire; alt: An en suite room at the Stackpole Centre, Pembrokeshire)
- 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/shearwaterupstairsshowerwc-mikemay-april2018.jpg (caption: Shower and toilet at Shearwater House, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: Shower and toilet at Shearwater House, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/swan-bathroom-mikemay-april2018.jpg (caption: One of the bathrooms at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May; alt: One of the bathrooms at Swan, part of the Stackpole Centre / Mike May)
- 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Hidden_Bridge_edited.jpg (caption: The 'hidden bridge' near Stackpole Centre, Pembrokshire; alt: The 'hidden bridge' near Stackpole Centre, Pembrokshire)

## Floor Plans

- 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/2014 solc site map.jpg

## About The Property

Sleeps 6 to 139 in different accommodation styles:

Kingfisher sleeps 44

Kestrel sleeps 38

Swan sleeps 24

Shearwater sleeps 15

3 cottages sleep 6 each (from March 2022)

At the heart of the National Trust's 2000 acre Stackpole Estate in South Pembrokeshire within the National Park, the centre has exceptional facilities with excellent value for money. Ideal for a wide range of groups – holidays, youth and corporate groups, special interest groups such as walkers, photographers, choir and theatre groups.

Kestrel offers bunkhouse-style accommodation, with bunkrooms of varying sizes and singles. Ideal for families and friends, with a large kitchen, living space and a games room.

Kingfisher is perfect for youth or larger groups, with several bunkrooms over 2 floors, en suite leader rooms and a large common room, dining room and kitchen.

Swan offers a little more luxury – the 13 bedrooms (doubles, twins and singles) all have en suite or private bathrooms. A commercial kitchen makes catering easy.

Shearwater has 7 bedrooms and lots of bathrooms, as well as open plan kitchen and living space, perfect for an extended family get together.

Each has its own outside space, with tables for dining. On site we have fantastic facilities including a bar and a theatre which has provided a venue for yoga retreats, dance and theatre, choirs, fitness camps. We can arrange catering for larger group bookings if required. Stackpole also has a wedding licence for 200.

The natural surroundings of Stackpole are varied: mature woodlands, dramatic cliffs, dune systems, freshwater lakes and formal gardens. A great choice of outdoor activities is possible - coasteering, kayaking, bushcraft, fishing, hiking, environmental study. Or just relax!

All photos - National Trust Images / Mike May

## Facilities

- **Dog Friendly:** Kestrel and Shearwater can both accommodate up to 2 dogs
- **Accessibility:** There are some accessible rooms.
- **WiFi:** There is free WIFI and a public telephone in the foyer of the Stackpole Centre.
Mobile reception is poor in the area, unless you are with EE
- **Kitchen:** All accommodation units have self catering facilities with the large group houses all have large dishwashers.
- **Dining Room:** There is a dining area in all accommodation.
- **Sitting Room:** There is a sitting room available in all accommodation.
- **TV and Music Facilities:** Shearwater has a TV and DVD player
- **Games Room:** There is a pool table and table tennis table in Kestrel House.
- **Heating and Open Fires:** All accommodation is centrally heated by our Biomass heating system.
- **Bedrooms:** Variety of single, twin, double and dormitory style bedrooms. Some en suite.
- **Linen:** Bed linen for the group houses is £5 per linen pack. Personal towels are not provided.
- **Bathrooms:** Variety of bath and shower rooms available.
- **Children's Facilities:** The centre is well equipped for children.
- **Outdoor:** There is a wealth of outdoor adventure - with child friendly rambler packs, wild camps and kayaking and coasteering adventures.
- **Swimming Pool:** We do not have a pool. Some quality beaches nearby including Barafundle Bay, Broad Haven South and Freshwater West.
- **Parking:** Parking is very close to the accommodation.
- **Smoking:** Smoking is not permitted.

## Rental Rates

Please contact the owner for pricing.

## Booking Information

- Per night – Kingfisher £834 / Kestrel £612 / Shearwater £420 / Swan £714 minimum 2 night stays. Works out from as little as £14 pppn

## Availability

Please contact the owner for availability dates.

## Enquiry

- Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/national-trust-stackpole-centre-pembrokeshire#enquiry

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### Address

Address: The Old Home Farm Yard, Stackpole, Pembrokeshire, SA71 5DQ, GB

Latitude: 51.6227196

Longitude: -4.927511

### About The Area

Stackpole is a National Trust countryside and coastal property – flanked by Barafundle Bay and Broad Haven beaches and adjacent to the Bosherton Lakes.

### What's Nearby?

- **Shop:** General shops in Pembroke including Co-op, larger supermarkets approx 8 miles.
- **Food and Drink:** Bosherston Village Pub and Stackpole Village pub, food available, both within walking distance.
- **Airport:** Cardiff regional airport, 2 hours drive. Private facilities available at Withybush Aerodrome, 40 minutes away.
- **Train:** Pembroke, 4 miles.
- **Bus:** Coastal Cruiser local bus service runs past the entrance to the Estate.

## Owner Contact Details

- Contact name: Kelly Manning
- Phone: +44 (0)1646 623 110
- Email: Stackpole.bookings@nationaltrust.org.uk
