Visitors and locals alike are enthralled by the Bosherston lakes and lily pools. The Campbells of Stackpole Estate created the lakes in the limestone valley. Now owned by the National Trust, the lakes are surrounded by woodland, with blackthorn and gorse in abundance.
Starting directly from the car park, which has conveniences, a two-mile easy round walk follows the edge of the lily pools. In places there are low bridges where you can walk across the pond. At the furthest point of the walk is Broadhaven beach.
For those who like exploring, there is a network of footpaths, some linking with the Coast Path, others following the edge of the larger lakes and leading to the grounds of Stackpole Court.
Despite the number of people who walk near the lakes, this natural area is a haven for wildlife. Look out for brightly coloured dragonflies. You are bound to see waterfowl, including swans, coots and moorhens. You may even see an otter.
Here bird-watchers have a field day! In winter, they look for Bitterns, Chiffchaffs, Firecrests, Winter Ducks and Breeding Heron. At passage times it attracts migrant birds, including Lesser Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper and Red-rumped Swallow.
Bosherston lakes are suitable for coarse fishing. The waters are rich in pike and tench. There are also roach, perch and eels. Permits are available from the National Trust Office in Stackpole (tel. 01646 661359).
The highly popular tea-room and gardens, close to the car park, are full of olde world charm. The village also has a comfortable inn.
Before you leave the village, take a look at St. Michael's Church. Built in the 14th Century, it has an unusual cross in the churchyard, also from the 1500s. One other curiosity is a large Scottish boulder, which is believed to have been moved to its current position by a glacier during the last Ice Age.