A resort in one of the UK’s greatest regions for nature is getting two new ziplines

If Pembrokeshire isn’t on your staycation bucket list, well, we’re here to tell you it should be. For starters, Saundersfoot, one of the county’s coastal villages which boasts a huge beach and top notch food scene, has officially been named the greatest seaside town in the UK for 2026. 

If that’s not enough to convince you, how about the fact that this region of south west Wales also boasts one of the best shorelines in Europe? Yep, Barafundle Bay in Stackpole is the fifth best beach on the continent, ranking above beaches in the likes of Italy, Croatia and Greece.

If you still need some convincing, we now bring you a third reason to start Googling the quickest route to this corner of Cymru. Bluestone National Park Resort, which is located in inland Pembrokeshire close to the River Cleddau, has announced its reopening this summer, and when it does, it’ll debut two new ziplines.

Yep, you read that right. The five-star resort has announced it will reopen its Steep Ravine attraction on May 23 after two years out of action, with new features which will give you an adrenaline-fueled aerial tour of the gorgeous natural surroundings. 

You’ll be able to choose from the ‘Summit Flight’, a high-speed 279m zip line experience which will send you hurtling across the Ravine, or the ‘Double Glide’, made of shorter zips designed to build up your confidence as you go. 

Bluestone was forced to shutter the Steep Ravine in December 2024 after a severe storm left the area unsafe. Since then, the resort’s bosses have been working to restore and upgrade the site so guests can safely enjoy it once more. As part of the restoration work, areas of woodland affected by the storms have been repaired and fallen timber and natural woodland material has intentionally been left within the Ravine to help return nutrients to the soil, encourage new plant growth and create valuable habitats for insects, birds and wildlife.

Its reopening this bank holiday weekend also means the return of Camp Smokey, the rustic outdoor dining spot at the foot of the Ravine, and evening entertainment in the form of Smokey Joe’s Shindig. Think family singalongs, live entertainers and plenty of dancing. 

Did you see that one of the UK’s most popular museums will soon reopen – and it’s now owned by the National Trust?

Plus: after 100 years, this beach is banning traditional donkey rides.