Monknash and St Donats History Walk (Glamorgan History Walks 2025)

Without doubt our most dramatic coastal walk. We explore a monastic grange, a lighthouse, a church with an amazing 17th Century tomb and a castle. All while walking along the clifftops of the heritage coast.

History topics discussed
The Norman invasion
The Cistertian Monastic Order
The Frolic and other ship wrecks
Pirates, smugglers & wreckers
The Stradlings of St Donats
The Reformation & Dissolution of Monasteries

Places we visit
The monastic grange
The old watermill
Iron Age hill fort
Nash Point Lighthouse
St Donats Castle
St Donats Church
The tomb of the Stradlings

Route Information
Parking: On Water Street, Monknash
Distance: 6.8 miles
Elevation: 688 feet
Walking time: 4 hours
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