Bluestone National Park Resort has confirmed that its much-loved Steep Ravine will reopen next weekend, marking the return of Camp Smokey and Smokey Joe’s Shindig, alongside new zip line adventures.

The award-winning 5* resort in Pembrokeshire was forced to close the Ravine in December 2024 after severe storm damage left the area unsafe.

Since then, work has been underway to restore the site and ensure it can be safely enjoyed by guests once again.

When visitors return this summer, they will find a landscape that looks different to how they may remember it – a change Bluestone says reflects both the impact of the storms and a conscious decision to take a long-term, nature-led approach to its recovery.

James McNamara, Director of Product and Programme Development at Bluestone, said the reopening represents “a new chapter” for the Ravine.

“We know how special the Steep Ravine is to so many of our guests and closing it back in 2024 was not a decision we took lightly,” he said.

“The storm damage meant the area was no longer safe, so it was important that we took the time to restore the Ravine carefully and responsibly, working closely with specialists throughout the process.

“Every step has been taken with care for the landscape and its future, while making sure guests can once again enjoy everything that makes this place so special.”

As part of the restoration work, areas of woodland affected by the storms were carefully managed to improve the long-term stability of the site. Bluestone says the landscape will continue to naturally regenerate and evolve over time.

As part of this approach, some fallen timber and natural woodland material has intentionally been left within the Ravine to help support the recovery process.

Over time, this will help return nutrients to the soil, encourage new plant growth and create valuable habitats for insects, birds and wildlife as the landscape regenerates naturally.

“Steep Ravine has always been about bringing people together outdoors – whether that’s around the campfire at Camp Smokey or experiencing the adventure of the Ravine itself,” James continued.

“We’re excited to welcome guests back this month and reopen a place that means so much to so many people.”

While the landscape has naturally evolved following the restoration work, Bluestone says the experience guests know and love is very much returning this summer.

Alongside the Steep Ravine re-opening on Saturday, May 23, Camp Smokey – the rustic outdoor dining spot at the foot of the Ravine – will once again serve food; whilst evening entertainment also returns with Smokey Joe’s Shindig, featuring high-energy family sing-alongs, dancing and live entertainment at Camp Smokey.

Adventure seekers will also be able to experience two new guided zip line adventures.

The Summit Flight sends guests racing across the Steep Ravine on a high-speed 279m zip line experience, while the Double Glide features shorter zips designed to build confidence and excitement along the way.

“We’ve treated this special place with real care and respect,” added James.

“It means a great deal to our guests and our team, and we’re proud to be reopening it in a way that keeps its spirit alive.”