The Cresselly Arms in Pembrokeshire

Neat out of the way spot on a minor bit of the estuary. Lots of outdoor waterside seating. Nice ale.

Good beer and rustic charm . Food now available throught the summer season by independent outside catering .Very good too . lovely views with the tide in . Brilliant spot for seasonal events which are aplenty . BBQ events advertised on main road.Bike meets every other weds in season with burgers , sausages and ice cream for sale ..Very well attended.

Great pub locked in time, good beer at the rights price, keep it up 👍

A place to sit and relax and enjoy a cheeky pint or two. Food has been great with pop up venues. This is We Love Curry Thai Street Food, absolutely delicious.

It's a village pub,old world looking. Lot's of pictures of race horses on the wall. Outside there are tables, over the road is a grass area . That have tables, these have metal plates with information on about the river and area. Quite interesting. It was very busy,locals friendly people and staff. Don't know if they do food

Great little neighborhood pub. Award winning, too.

Lovely little old pub in a picturesque setting

Outstanding setting, proper Welsh jewel 💎

Great Ales & Atmosphere plus the location is stunning!

Lovely area. Quaint little pub.

Look at out the feast! It's epic

Very friendly staff and locals. Lovely building, renovated in the recent past, loads of old stonework and beams, beautiful setting on the bridge and river.

This rather old pub has a large beer garden on the River sited across the road. Ample parking available, the river is today & would look much better at high tide. The pub itself won " top in wales 2024" for its beer..

Lovely pub get advents held there and get people

Great bike nights, BBQ, atmosphere and staff

Lovely lovely lovely place nice staff always a fire in the hearth nice coffee lots of places outside all in all just a very nice place

Great bike nights every other Wednesday I think

What a real old pub , fantastic ,what great location how i never found it yrs ago atmostphere ,landlady friendly/ helpfull /

Excellent place to spend a Sunday afternoon. Beautiful surroundings. Been many times and never dissapoints.

Beautiful location, good range or drinks including real ales. Very friendly staff and great events regularly organised

There is no food served here only crisps nuts etc but the location and the stunning setting makes up for that

Went to this pub for a bike meet evening whilst on holiday touring around Pembrokeshire... Great night meeting like minded people... Bbq food was really good...loads of parking space and sun was out too... I highly recommend the bike night.

Love local pub good atmosphere 👌

Excellent location to have a pint.

Go here for a drink in a beautiful setting but don't expect any food. We were advised that no food had been prepared or served inside the place for 200 years. You can get snacks in bags and you might find a barbecue outside on a summer evening but best to enjoy the Cresselly Arms for its position on the river (tidal), unchanged interior and repartee among the locals. A true gem of a "real" pub.

Beautiful views, great selection of beers and snacks

Superb pub, nice pint on cask also !

Visited a few years ago in the summer and had a drink over looking the quay. Visited again a few days ago and it was cold and dark (as you’d expect for the time of year) The building looks tired, bar full of locals (they keep it going through the winter) but a huge sign saying NO CHILDREN NO DOGS. Such a shame because it use to be such a lovely welcoming olde world pub. Stayed for a couple drink, sat outside, and left. Such a shame!

Lovely authentic old pub experience in fabulous location

Despicable, supports cruel criminal fox hunters. Avoid and leave in centuries past like the plague.

It hosts a sadistic, criminal hunt and is not fit for decent people to frequent. Keep away if you hate animal cruelty

A proper old pub with real ales. Excellent location.

This pub is a gem! Steve and team always friendly and welcoming, no food unless bbq , but that is the way I like it, its a Proper Pub and I'm proud to say, my local!x

Great old style pub in a tucked away place.

Lovely pub. Fabulous views even on a rainy day. Nice beers and friendly staff.

Right on the water and the perfect place to sit and watch the sun go down with a beer / cider / wine in hand. Gets busy but service is swift and food is cooked/served outside (don't think it's every night but a good selection of crisps and nuts as a back-up!!). Live music some night - great atmosphere and highly recommended.

Really welcoming and great pint 🍺💯

Womderfull place amazing atmophere and with special evenings on regulary can not fault

Used to go here as a child whilst on holiday. Recently went back with the family. Not much has changed which was perfect. Proper boozer.

Quaint little pub for locals and tourists alike on quiet days but busy on bike or classic car nights

Always a great welcome to the evening vintage car and bike events. Great burger in the car park. Worth traveling to.

Lovely traditional pub, perfect setting

Idyllic pub visited by boat, sat on the waters edge with a pint. Say no more

Great beer and a pub to remember. Try the plough man's in a bag, a taste experience.

A cracking old skool pub with a decent array of well kept beers. Sitting out, by the Quay, and having a few beers on a summer evening was amazing (although you have to be careful of parking anywhere near where the tables across the road are because it can flood at high tide).

Set in a pretty location which can be extremely busy at certain times of the week however the outside bar usually helps to keep service quick & efficient.

Friendly staff top location and great beer.

No food but great chat/beer/setting. A very special place.

Attended a classic car rally. Fast food available in the car park,coffee and ice cream. Lacked atmosphere.

Great pub good selection of beers and very friendly owners. The location is the best especially when the tides in. Always look forward to our next visit. Happy 😊 days!

A beautiful spot. A brilliant, traditional pub.

Super pub. Great outside bar. Lovely quay.

Such a beautiful place to sit & watch the world go by, nothing has changed at this pub for centuries & that's the charm about it. Fantastic landlord & staff always make you feel welcome ,not many pubs left like this now.

Lovely place lots of history peaceful

On certain days you get see Vintage cars and others the motor bikes gather on Wednesday's. A lovely place.

Food not readily available???? Excellent joice of beers and lovely surroundings.

What a little gem of a pub. They don't make them like this anymore. If you want totally old traditional pub then here is where you want to go. The setting is idilic on the end of the estuary nestled between the trees and a few houses around it.

Lovely setting, Pub a bit run down and landlord comes across as a bit unwelcoming. I thought it was me until I read previous reviews.Does not need to try as tourists will flock here in summer just for the location.Beer not that good either.

This isn't a restaurant, it's a pub. Why am I leaving a review? Well, the landlord was welcoming and friendly. He keeps EXCELLENT beer and to buy a pint, sit outside on a warm sunny evening and watch the tide come and go was possible the highlight of a recent break in Pembrokeshire. There is nothing to do except enjoy the view (which is brilliant) and the beer, and of course your friends company. No 4G/3G or wifi so you'll have to talk to each other. It was so relaxing, we did it three evenings running! Pick a decent weather day and I promise you'll love it.

This is just a DRINKING PUB all be it in a very nice location.I called in evening of Thurs 22/6/17 whilst on a cottage holiday in Cresswell Quay and received a friendly welcome.It is pretty old fashioned in lay out.I was informed that on' certain 'occasions they do set up barbecues .I think if it was to do food there would have to be some large alterations to to premises which would destroy the quirkiness of the place.This week the weather has been superb and the pub was well frequented.It was nice to have a drink in what are becoming few and far between premises.I was told that they make enough without resorting to the food side.Nice beer.

Well, I have lived in Pembrokeshire all my life and and can say that I would be utterly ashamed if visitors and tourists thought that the sort of attitude and service in this lousy pub was typical of our area. Cringingly rude and unchivalrous landlord. A far cry from the jovial welcome that you used to get from Maurice Cole (The previous gentlemanly landlord).A beautiful old-fashioned friendly pub has been completely ruined by the massive ego of the new landlord.If you're not local- and you have visited this unfriendly pub- please don't think this is typical of what Pembrokeshire has to offer- it most definitely isn't.

Great country pub besides the cleddau river. Very picturesque location when the tide is in. Quaint village drinking house.

We love this place and as it only 10mins from home we go almost weekly on a Sunday. Our daughter and dog love to have a play in the river and on the stone crossing and its always followed by a pint and some crisps. We have also kayaked up from Jenkins point on many a glorious afternoon. Excellent place for crabbing and Always a warm welcome from the guys. Proper Pub, no music, no gaming machines.

Welcoming, cosy (especially in winter with 2 fires roaring). What makes it special is its location, the locals and the fact that is doesn't allow dogs. By the way, all those reviews that eulogise about the food are talking about the wrong Cresselly Arms - in the 45 years I've known this pub, it has never offered more than a bag of scratchings, crisps or nuts (although you can buy the freshest eggs ever if you time it right). In the summer this is magical - sit on the old pier with a point of Quay ale and watch the tide come in, transforming the landscape into a photo opportunity. A special place indeed.

The local hunt is welcomed here before they go off to tear apart the local wild life with a pack of dogs.

They now offer accommodation in this delightful pub situated at the mouth of the estuary..Specialising in real ales, log fires on a chilly day and a warm, friendly welcome from the two brothers John & Colin who jointly run it. A haven for wildlife and walkers, and situated only a few miles from Tenby and Saundersfoot for beach lovers.

Step back in time to a Real Pub , Fantasic Pub ,Real ales straight from the cask , great on a Summers evening , but get there Early !!

Fabulous pub in a wonderful location and the landlord couldn't have been more pleasant. Pointed us in the direction for the long walk to Cresswell Quay to Lawrenny with the dogs. After going off route for a longer walk around 12km we were welcomed on return and asked if we'd enjoyed. Served with a smile and a bit of banter from the regulars who were all as welcoming as the landlord. Beautiful pub in a stunning location. We visit pembrokeshire twice a year and I'm sure this won't be our last visit here.

Came here with family for lunch whilst on a weekend stay in Carmarthen. Lovely warm and comfortable pub. Good and friendly service. The food came quickly, was hot and had a home cooked feel to it. Tidy little place!

This pub appeared just when I needed a lunch stop - just short of Carmarthen on the A40. Warm welcome, real ale from the Gower brewery, good pork steak in creamy mushroom sauce, all with a view of the river.

Called in for a drink, having found the pub 35+years ago and decided to revisit whilst in the area again. (will be another 35 years before revisiting again). My wife who has never drunk went in with our son's partner and she, wanting to get settled asked for "a pot of tea". She was promptly told "THIS IS A PUB YOU KNOW", tea eventually came, but the beers ordered were quickly downed and as we were leaving another couple arrived and asked for coffee, and were slapped down even quicker than us. This place has a serious issue with lack of customer service.

We called in here for lunch last week whilst on holiday. The staff were very welcoming and the food delicious. Pity it was too blowy to sit outside I had over indulged on a whole crab salad however my husband couldn't resist the pudding menu and he said the bread and butter pudding he ordered was the best he had ever tasted.....compliments to the chef!

Pub highlight of our annual trip to Tenby. Accessible by car or boat if you have one. There is a very intermittent bus the 361.You can sit outside and watch the tide ebb or flow. Seemingly the same people having the same conversation each year we go. Nothing seems to change. So its great.And its the only place you can drink Quay Ale

Beautiful location and not going to reiterate what other reviewers have said but places like this are few and far between so thought I would write a quick review. Go its a joy.

One of the most beautiful locations I've ever come across for a pub - outdoor tables overlook a tidal river set in rolling countryside, with stepping stones across the river visible at low tide. We came here twice during a holiday based a few miles away and fell in love with this place - the first time, with children on a sunny afternoon, it was buzzing with people enjoying the view of the river (and kids exploring the muddy tidal river bank and stepping stones) a friendly local regular showed me around the pub and gave me some history including its recent incarnation as a filming location! The second time, we went on a busy Friday night at sunset and loved seeing the mist roll in along the river..beautiful. Friendly service, good range of drinks available - cash only. We'll be back.

Stopped off here mid afternoon on way back to hotel from day out and what a wonderful spot; sat outside looking across at the creek on a beautiful day enjoying glasses of wine and trusting this place is able never to change; perfect. And even better we gather there is no mobile phone signal

Came across The Cresselly Arms and was very impressed. Good selection of beer and cider and outdoor seating. Traditional pub with no frills, just like they used to be, knows its clientele and sticks to what it knows best. The landlord was very chatty and informative. Will definitely visit if in the area again.

Been visiting this pub on and off for years! Always great service and well served drinks!Good car park on the quay and loads of parking along the river side! Very welcoming and just like pub's used to be! Ideal for a pint and just watching the world go or float by!Always something happening here, especially on Friday nights! Usually barbecues for charity! A little treasure in the Welsh countryside! Right on the river!

Good beers and cider. Friendly staff. No food (apart from special events). Just like pubs used to be. A shame it's so far away from us!

We stopped here on the off chance for a drink after a long walk. The landlord was so welcoming and chatty and happy to share information about the locality. We were able to sit outside by the river and what the world go by. Great place if you are thirsty.

within walking distance from our holiday cottage , we visited there on the first night. the staff were extremely friendly and locals willing to talk and chat. The feel is a very old traditional 70's bar with lovely atmosphere. After buying our drinks and crisps we sat outside at one of the many tables, on the pub frontage and across the road inn the car park look over the quay side. Worth noting they don't serve food , but on some days seems to be a small shell fish stall. Great way to start our holiday

Perfectly placed. Parking outside, though tight roads to get to, and a bit off the beaten track. Not over stated and some decent local ales. Picture perfect when the sun shines, with a touch of the 1950's nostalgia.

Such a shame that whenever I visit Cresselly Arms I am the driver! I have been visiting here regularly for the past 20 years, and the best addition in the time has been the recent introduction of Quay Ale. I had to bring some back this time.I take visiting Oil Industry guests here, everyone enjoys the experience. Try the stepping stones across the river, with a pint!

Visited on our recent break to Pembrokeshire due partly to trip advisor and to friends comments, what's not to like, lovely location, well kept real ales, loved the quay ale, as a pub should be so sorry there are not more places like this, keep up the good work and keep the pub co's at bay, power to your elbows!

Takes me an hour to get there, but I consider this pub my local. Staff / Landlords are excellent and the beer is second to none. Idyllic location on the bank of a tidal river frequented by leisure craft of all sorts. Always a friendly crowd there and always someone to talk to. This place is what a pub should be. No jukeboxes, gaming machines, pool tables etc. Just great craic and plenty of conversation. I look forward to every visit.

I first went to the Cresselly, 15 years ago. That was when Maurice was still running the place. He remembered me every time I came back (I lived near Bristol at the time) but it was always worth it. Great beer and the Ham rolls with home-made chutney were great (Saturday only). Great people too. No people with phones jammed to their ears! Went over earlier this year and John and Colin were great. Place has changed a bit, one of the rooms is a lot smarter than it used to be. BUT it is still a local place. So rare now. People moaning about spritzers, kids and dogs should remember how a pub used to be. Dogs tied up outside and never a kid in sight and as for wine it was red or white and that was that.Keep it up lads.

Reading reviews from others I thought a pub with no grub, and not really suitable for kids or dogs would not be for me, however I was missing the point about this place. Its purpose seems to be to give the local community a focal point to meet up and relax, and it’s not really about townie tourists like me. But if you get an outside table on a nice sunny afternoon looking out over the water at high tide, there are few places to beat it. I’m no beer expert, but the Quay Ale is well worth a sampling, or two. Since its not a Restaurant, the stars from me are based on it being just a good pub.

We spent a week on the Quay over Christmas. The pub was great. The Landlords and locals were warm and welcoming, the beer well kept, a real find.

Great pub, friendly staff and the view's not bad either. .. bring your cash though they don't take cards !

We were in Pembroke and visited Rhoscrowter where we used to visit the inn, al is now gone demolished.We went to Cresswell Quay and visited the Creselly Arms again after those years.In 1990 the old Stowe in the pub was still in use and smoked hams were under the ceiling at that time.The Stowe is not in use any more but still there and the hams are gone.Good local ale here one is specially brewed for this pub.Came a lot here in the old days, and if asking the landlord when he would ring the last bell , his answer was how much money do you have in your pocket , he rang the bell 03:30 AM.Mobile phones and lab tops are not welcome in this pub great great.In the summer time there are some great surroundings here and you can fish whilst in the river whilst drinking your ale great.This is a real pub.

I am a frequent visitor to this pub / restaurant, and I have nver been disappointed. Should you be in the Milford Haven area give it a try, the food id excellent and the atmosphere alway warm and friendly.

Spend most evening in the summer sitting on the quey,crab fishing with children or watching the world go by. friendly people ,warm welcome.also spent several winter evening with the log fire burning ,a place not to be missed .

Possibly one of the best pubs ever. The Quay Ale is brilliant and brewed locally. It is a proper pub, with very welcoming staff and clientele. It is a proper local and everybody from richest to poorest is equally welcome. Apart from crisps, nuts etc., no food is served. There is a large sign saying no children or dogs indoors, but if it is cold outside the youngsters are welcome if well behaved. In this part of the world dogs are not as cosseted as in some places but you can happily tie up the dog outside for a while.Apart from a great selection of real ales, there is a range of wines and spirits. However I suspect that anybody ordering a banana daiquiri should expect to a) have the mickey taken and b) be disappointed. The setting is perfect and relaxing. there is also a bus stop outside so anybody who can't walk to the pub can get a bus. I believe that many locals have already embraced this form of travel.We have visited this pub three times and hope to go many times more, even though it is a 240 mile drive.

Possibly the best pint (Quay ale!) that I have ever had in Wales! Having been here a number of times in the past we thought "why not visit again?"We enjoyed a couple of fine pints of Quay Ale overlooking the quay, enjoying the atmosphere of a hostelry that has stood there for 100's of years - and soon to be a film location! If you want a traditional pub complete with the original furnishings, a great pint, a landlord who engages in conversation then get yourselves here!

We had a lovely pint overlooking the quay. The setting was idyllic and the beer lovely. We had the foresight to take a crabbing line as well so the kids went crabbing while we sat drinking. Lovely evenings entertainment.

Nice place. But anyway We was Sick from "new owner"... Stupid racist thats all..he was propably drunk.. So if u r not welsh or british didnt get there;) and they didnt like dogs!

We were lucky enough to hear about a BBQ and party at this pub on the quay to mark an exceptional high tide. It was great. Loads of boats moored up, there was obviously so kind of fancy dress thing going on, a BBQ and live music from a Samba percussion group. Really fun event. It did take ages to get a burger and food was basic but fine, and ages to get a drink; we used the shed bar which I assume opens as an extra bar for events. Anyway, overall a fun night. We did consider going back another night but noticed a "no kids or dogs" sign at the main bar entrance. A shame but from what I hear it is a great pub for local ales, so fair enough, as it focuses on something different. Unlike some reviewers I don't believe a place must be family friendly and would actually rather them be clear rather than it being awkward inside.

Our friends were staying nearby and asked us to meet us here for a few drinks.Very friendly and was able to sit outside and enjoy great conversation and drinks.The view is great ona good day and will definately return.After not being on tripadvisor for long we have many reviews of restaurants that are local to us to do.I'm writing these instead of my husband as his punctuation isn't very good.Look forward to returning here.

One of my favourite pubs in the country. The setting is beautiful and the cross section of people who frequent the pub leads to intelligent conversation and having the Craic!Always a warm welcome from hosts Colin & John , not to forget the lovely bar staff.Lots happening from bbq's, vintage car meets, the hunt meets, keep an eye on the notice board.Winter time is just as welcoming with a real fire and good hwyll.

The Cresselly Arms Inn at Cresswell Quay is worth a visit. It serves its own named ale brewed specially for the pub. The ale is very moreish so ensure that you have a dry driver who is prepared to drive the narrow windy roads/lanes to get there. It sits in a valley alongside the Pembroke estuary and provides seating on which you could while away a few pleasant hours. You can also purchase a Cresselly Arms gift pack if you wish to continue enjoying the ale after your visit. The pub is packed with years of memorabilia that is interesting to look at. The pub does not serve food, but has the usual snacks available.