A new walking festival celebrating seven years of the 870-mile Wales Coast Path will come to Saundersfoot this month.

The festival aims to encourage people across Wales to get outdoors, meet with others and appreciate our beautiful landscapes.

On Sunday, May 12 a selection of new walks organised by the Wales Coast Path and Ramblers Cymru will showcase the fascinating landscape and unique wildlife along the Pembrokeshire stretch of the coastal path.

The festival will promote the variety of walking routes on offer around the Pembrokeshire coast and give walkers the chance to experience breath taking views from coast to countryside.

From Saundersfoot’s industrial past to the area’s unique rock formations and edible finds along the coast, the festival brings together local experts and guides to give a unique insight into the area’s geography, wildlife and history.

The festival programme features six free walks including a Saundersfoot Beach Clean with Keep Wales Tidy and a historical look around the harbour.

May 12 Festival Programme: 9:45 am - Saundersfoot to Waterwynch Bay; 9:45 am - Saundersfoot - Coast and Countryside; 9:45 am - Saundersfoot Heritage Park and Grove Colliery; 10 am - Saundersfoot Beach Clean - Keep Wales Tidy; 10.30 am - Saundersfoot to Wiseman’s Bridge; 2 pm - Saundersfoot: Colby Woods and Amroth.

The festival not only aims to showcase Wales’ beautiful coastline and countless natural assets, the Wales Coast Path Walking Festival will also boost local tourism along the path whilst encouraging residents to come together to celebrate the country’s iconic coastline.

Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism, Lord Elis-Thomas, said: “This festival is set to be an excellent addition to Wales’ Year of Discovery and a way for visitors and locals to discover more about our unique Wales Coast Path.

“I’m delighted that the guided walks will encourage people to find out more about the landscape, history and wildlife associated with the coastal path and will also be an excellent way to be active while discovering more of Wales.”

Local authorities for Wales’ coastal regions, which include Pembrokeshire, Carmarthen and South Wales, will help support the event, along with partners Natural Resources Wales, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and a number of charities including Keep Wales Tidy.

To learn more about the Wales Coast Path walking festival or book walks visit: www.walescoastpath.gov.uk