Where to Stay for Challenge Wales

Whether you’re an avid cyclist, a professional triathlete, or just a sports lover coming to support

Challenge Wales, hosted by The Wales Triathlon, kicks off in June in Fishguard with the bike course heading off to St Davids and back. The ultimate event for athletes of all capabilities, packed with sea views, breathtaking scenic runs and fantastic support. We have listed our top finds for where to stay for Challenge Wales. Visit Coastal Cottages for more information.

Mowbray

If you’re a keen athlete wanting to stay a few nights in Pembrokeshire for Challenge Wales and bring the whole family along, then look no further than Mowbray in Fishguard. With five bedrooms, Mowbray comfortably sleeps eleven and boasts beautiful views over Fishguard harbour.

A high-standard and wonderfully spacious coastal townhouse, Mowbray is perfect for a large family or group of friends looking for a relaxing and convenient getaway. Enjoy a BBQ on the paved terrace, the ideal suntrap to sit watching the world go by on a warm summer's evening whilst soaking up the magnificent sea views.

If you’re an athlete taking part in The Fishguard Tri there’s a useful locked storage room at the rear of the property, perfect for leaving bikes with drying facilities for all your wet gear. Cyclists will also enjoy the National Coast Cycle route which passes through Fishguard and offers dozens of circular routes to explore.

Ty Melyn

Just a short walk from the bustling centre of the harbour town of Fishguard, you will find Ty Melyn. A cosy modern terrace house, Ty Melyn sleeps four in two bedrooms with a modern fitted kitchen and comfortable furniture throughout. In the summer months, open the patio doors to the prettily planted garden and enjoy dining alfresco with distant glimpses of the sea.

Conveniently located there is a selection of pubs, restaurants, shops and a leisure centre with a gym and pool all within walking distance, as well as the picturesque harbour and the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to explore. Further afield is some of Pembrokeshire’s most stunning coastline with rocky coves, sandy beaches and quaint villages.

The ideal holiday cottage for families and couples alike to enjoy a relaxing break by the sea or use as a base when taking part in Challenge. If you’re visiting as a supporter, you can even watch as the athletes go by on the run course which passes the entrance to Ty Melyn’s cul de sac.

Afallon

Less than 2 miles from the coast is Afallon, a charming detached property set in the village of Mathry. Sleeping four in two bedrooms this renovated property provides spacious and comfortable accommodation.

Afallon is an ideal holiday home perfect for families and couples looking to explore this stunning part of Pembrokeshire. Conveniently situated, you are within easy reach of Fishguard with its selection of shops, pubs and leisure centre or the tiny city of St Davids offers a range of pubs, galleries and restaurants, as well as its magnificent Cathedral and Bishops Palace.

If you’re visiting in June, you can watch as the athletes whizz past on the bike course of Challenge Wales just yards from Afallon’s front door.

Afallon is perfect for walking or cycling, footpaths and country lanes abound. The ideal base if you’re wanting somewhere to train whilst enjoying a peaceful retreat in the Pembrokeshire countryside. There’s even a useful boot and utility room for drying walking gear and the ground-floor shower makes it ideal for keen walkers and cyclists. Once you’ve enjoyed your days exploring, there’s a popular pub and tea rooms within walking distance of the village itself. 

Penrallt Cottage

Tucked away down a narrow lane in the heart of the coastal town of Fishguard, you will find Penrallt Cottage. This picturesque stone cottage comfortably sleeps four in two sea-view bedrooms. Set above the steep narrow wooded valley looking out over the harbour of Lower Fishguard, you can enjoy the magnificent views out to sea whilst only being yards from this bustling town centre. 

Renovated and comfortably furnished throughout, you’ll notice some of the original features of this pretty cottage that have been maintained. The gothic-style windows make the most of the stunning sea views, while the wooden beams give an olde world style to the property.

A footpath takes you straight to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, an excellent way to see this stunning rugged coastline.  Further afield explore the many hidden coves and beaches, take in Aberbach Bay, Pwllgwaelod, Cwm yr Eglwys and the circular walk around Dinas Head. The bustling town of Newport with its super sandy beach is well worth a visit. While in the other direction lies the coastline to St Davids with its rugged beauty including Strumble Head and the coastal villages of Abercastle, Trefin and Porthgain.

Enjoy an alfresco meal or just a glass of wine on the front terrace on a summer evening after a busy day of training for your next cycling event. Penrallt Cottage is a super holiday cottage and an ideal holiday base for a couple or family to enjoy.

Ty Cuddfan

If you’re wanting to stay closer to St Davids for Challenge to join the huge reception for the athletes as they pass by the UK’s smallest city on the bike course, then Ty Cuddfan makes the ideal base for a family or group. 

This semi-detached contemporary holiday cottage sleeps six in three bedrooms. Set in a quiet residential cul-de-sac just outside of St Davids with views towards Carn Llidi, you’ll be within walking distance of the buzzing crowds and range of facilities of this tiny city whilst also enjoying some quiet relaxation on the outskirts.

Ty Cuddfan is an attractive house with a useful open porch to the front where you can sit to take your boots off after a walk or just relax with a cup of tea. An ideal holiday home perfectly positioned to enjoy all that the St Davids Peninsula and Pembrokeshire have to offer. 

Corner House

Corner House is a charming, newly built, modern, detached house, set down a quiet lane near the heart of Fishguard's bustling coastal market town with its picturesque harbour all on your doorstep. 

Catch the morning sun on the enclosed rear patio before joining the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to explore this fabulous, rugged, coastline on foot. To the east lies Strumble Head with its majestic lighthouse, the seal pups on the rocks below in September are sure to delight. You’ll notice that the countryside and coastline are completely unspoilt and stunning with wildlife abounding. Enjoy a slower pace of life, and even leave your car behind as everything you need is within easy reach.

Corner House is ideally positioned, a short stroll will take you to all that Fishguard has to offer with a range of shops, delicatessens, restaurants, cafes and galleries, as well as a cinema and leisure centre. A downhill walk will take you to the picturesque Lower Town with its harbour and foreshore, once the set for the films, Moby Dick and Under Milkwood, regular regattas and sailing events are held here in summer. If you’re travelling down for The Fishguard Tri this beautiful property makes an ideal holiday home for a couple or family to enjoy.