After an easy morning drive or train from Cardiff, start with a relaxed coffee and vegan pastry at The Pantry Haverfordwest before strolling the riverside. Wander through the historic streets to discover Haverfordwest Castle's grounds and then browse local artisan stalls at Winch Lane Market, where you can sample plant-based Welsh treats and pick up picnic provisions for later.
Head out for a gentle riverside hike along the Cleddau estuary to Priory Lock and Riverside Walk, then pause at The Shed Coffee House for a vegan soup and cake made with local produce. Later, explore quirky independent shops on Quay Street, including Green Pantry Delights (for vegan picnic upgrades) and finish with a sunset pint and plant-based small plates at The Pembrokeshire Arms, keeping the pace relaxed after your morning discoveries.
Wander to the atmospheric quay and catch the amber glow from the riverside at Quay Bakehouse & Bar, where you can enjoy a sharing board of locally sourced vegan cheeses and marinated olives paired with a craft kombucha or local cider. After dinner, take a short stroll to St. Mary's Churchyard for peaceful evening views, then head to The Cosy Corner Vegan Taproom for a nightcap-sample rotating vegan draught beers and chat with friendly locals in a relaxed, intimate setting.
Begin with a leisurely vegan brunch at The Pantry Project, where hearty tofu scrambles and seasonal smoothie bowls set you up for the day; afterwards wander through the peaceful greenery of Castle Pond Park, watching local birdlife and spotting historic stonework. Continue to Haverfordwest Museum for a compact, fascinating look at Pembrokeshire life and maritime history, then pick up freshly baked vegan treats and picnic-friendly goods at Quay Street Vegan Delights before heading out to the afternoon's coastal explorations.
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the wild edges of Pembrokeshire with a circular walk to Haverfordwest Riverside Park and onward along the Cleddau to the peaceful Millennium Meadow, where boardwalks and bird hides make for gentle wildlife spotting. After the walk, reward yourselves with a hearty plant-based lunch and locally roasted coffee at The Green Pantry Café, then browse artisanal vegan provisions and chutneys at nearby Harbour Lane Emporium to take home as edible souvenirs.
As the day winds down, enjoy a relaxed riverside supper at Quayside Kitchen & Vegan Garden, sampling a cosy bowl of smoky jackfruit stew and seasonal side salads while watching lights shimmer on the Cleddau. Afterwards, take a twilight wander to Mill Bridge Lookout for peaceful river views, then finish the night with inventive vegan desserts and herbal teas at The Lantern Tearoom, where friendly staff often share local stories and recommendations for tomorrow's travels.