Christmas in Saundersfoot

A Village Sparkling with Festive Magic

There’s something undeniably special about Christmas in Saundersfoot. As the darker evenings draw in and the crisp sea air settles over the bay, our village begins to glow—quite literally. And this year, the season starts with a true showstopper: the Coastal Christmas BIG Switch On, taking place across the weekend commencing 5th December.

The Coastal Christmas BIG Switch On – A Weekend of Festive Joy

The BIG Switch On has fast become one of Saundersfoot’s most treasured traditions. Families, friends, visitors and locals all gather to watch the village burst into light, accompanied by Christmas music, festive stalls, street entertainment, lantern parades, late-night shopping, and plenty of magical surprises around every corner.

This year, the event feels even more meaningful thanks to the collective effort from our community. Puffin Cottage Holidays is proudly sponsoring the Trees and Lights that will illuminate the village, helping create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone who visits. With over 70 traditional Christmas trees and beautiful matching lights throughout the village centre, Saundersfoot will sparkle brighter than ever.

Stay With Us for the Switch On – Or for Christmas Week

If you haven’t booked your festive break yet, there’s still time. We have availability across Saundersfoot for both the Switch On weekend and Christmas Week, offering cosy cottages, sea-view apartments, and family-friendly homes perfect for creating memories.

Whether you want to soak up the energy of the event or enjoy a peaceful Christmas beside the sea, Saundersfoot is a magical place to be at this time of year.

Winter Walks and Coastal Calm

One of the true joys of Christmas in Saundersfoot is the chance to embrace the outdoors. Wrapped up warm, with breath turning to mist and waves rolling gently against the shore, the Pembrokeshire Coast takes on an entirely new kind of beauty.

From Saundersfoot you can enjoy some of the best winter walks:

Monkstone Point – Walk across the beach at low tide for incredible views and a peaceful stretch of sand that feels worlds away from the festive bustle.

Wisemans Bridge – A gentle and scenic walk along the coastline, perfect for families and dog walkers.

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path – For those who like to stretch their legs further and feel the invigorating coastal breeze.

After your walk, the village cafés, pubs and restaurants offer the perfect warm-up: local seafood, festive hot chocolates, mulled wine, and hearty winter treats.

Make Saundersfoot Your Christmas Tradition

With community events, sparkling lights, coastal charm and warm hospitality, Saundersfoot at Christmas is truly something special. Whether you join us for the Coastal Christmas BIG Switch On or settle in for a relaxing Christmas break, we’d love to welcome you.

Browse our festive availability and make this Christmas one to remember.

About us

Based in South Pembrokeshire, Puffin Cottage Holidays are a family run business, with a wealth of knowledge on the area and the local attractions and have been successfully letting holiday accommodation for over 15 years.

We aim to provide our customers with excellent service before, during and after your holiday, making your break away from home as enjoyable, relaxing and hassle free as possible. We understand that you may lead a busy life which is why we make ourselves available out of hours and on weekends, so that we can help you find your perfect holiday at a time convenient to you and if there is anything we can do to make your holiday more special just let us know.

Remember we specialise in all sorts of properties whether you are looking for Sea Views, Pet Friendly, Character, Rural, Hot Tubs, Lodges, Apartments, Cottages, Pods and keep close to our website for the best late deals.

If you have a property you are looking to holiday let, please see our Property owners page and contact us for more details. Our current properties are predominantly based in Tenby, Saundersfoot, Penally and surrounding areas therefore access to Pembrokeshire’s award-winning beaches is never too far away!