The Pembrokeshire Dale Fort Adventure Retreat offers a unique and unforgettable family experience on the wild and rugged coast of West Wales. Set in a former Victorian fort overlooking the sea, this retreat combines coastal adventure with deep spiritual reflection and togetherness. Families will enjoy breathtaking hikes along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, explore hidden coves and rockpools, and engage in immersive activities like kayaking, nature exploration, and communal campfire evenings. With parenting and youth workshops, Quranic reflections, and an uplifting, faith-rooted environment, this retreat is a chance to recharge, reconnect, and rediscover your purpose—surrounded by the awe of Allah’s creation.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Welcome to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, where new adventures are waiting. The park spans 240 spectacular square miles and is world-famous for its dazzling beaches, weather-worn cliffs, and secret coves jewelled with rock pools. The park is also home to several islands with unique wildlife habitats, offering endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you are a walker, surfer, kayaker, or sailor, the crinkled coast of Pembrokeshire provides the perfect setting for your favourite activities.
National Geographic Traveller magazine in the US recently rated the Pembrokeshire Coast as one of the top two coastal destinations in the world, and it's easy to see why. The park's stunning combination of land, sea, and sky makes it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the park's many hiking trails, enjoy water sports, or take a boat tour to get a closer look at the marine life. With so much to see and do, it's no wonder visitors keep returning to Pembrokeshire year after year.
Accommodation
Dale Fort Centre is set in a spectacular location high on the cliffs within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, giving superb views over the sea. Built in 1856 to defend the Milford Haven waterway against invasion, it has been a field centre since 1948. For many visitors staying in a 150 year old historic Fortress is exciting.
It comes with a fully fitted kitchen with gas industrial cookers, dishwasher, fridge, freezers, microwave, crockery and utensils. The centre has rooms of various sizes with single bunk-beds and ensuite (toilet/shower in the room) or standard (sink in the room) facilities.
The entire centre has been exclusively reserved for MFA, ensuring that all facilities are dedicated solely for our use throughout the adventure-retreat.
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Enjoy: Pembrokeshire Coast Path | Marloes Sands | Broad Haven Beach | Newgale Beach | Barafundle Bay Beach | Freshwater West Beach | Blue Lagoon
Discover: Skomer Island | St. Ann's Head Lighthouse | Stack Rocks | Solva Harbour
Visit: Milford Haven Mosque | Haverfordwest Town | Dale Village | St Davids Town
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Day 1
4.00pm / Early Evening
Arrival
Asr Prayer
Socialisation
Games and Indoor Sports
Communal Dinner
Maghrib Prayer and Reminder8.30pm / Late Evening
Welcome Brief and Introduction
Night Walk - Pembrokeshire Coastal Path - Dale Fort to West Blockhouse Fort
Planning for Tomorrow
Isha Prayer and Reminder10.30pm Sleep
Day 2
4.00am Fajr Prayer and Reminder
7.00am / Early Morning
Wakeup
Communal Breakfast
Prepare9.00am / Late Morning and Afternoon
Mindfulness Training (Workshop 1)
Marloes Sands Beach - bodyboarding, surfing, rock pooling, cliff jumping, bathing, paddling, sports
Watersports (instructor-led) - Sea Kayaking and Stand-up-Paddleboarding (SUP)
Beach Mindfulness Session
Dhuhr/Asr Prayer6.00pm / Early Evening
Return to Hostel
Relaxation
Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
Yoga/Pilates/Fitness (Workshop 2)
Communal Dinner
Games and Indoor Sports8.30pm / Late Evening
Campfire - Storytelling and Reminders
Socialisation
Adults Ice Breaker Session
Planning for Tomorrow
Isha Prayer and Reminder11.00pm Sleep
Day 3
4.00am Fajr Prayer and Reminder
7.00am / Early Morning
Wakeup
Morning Fitness
Communal Breakfast
Prepare9.30am / Late Morning
Hike: Dale Fort to St Anne’s Head Circular Walk1.00pm Lunch and Jumma’ Prayer
3.30pm / Afternoon
Return to Hostel
4.30pm / Early Evening
Relaxation
Asr Prayer
Archery, Ice Cream and Tea
Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
Gratitude Mindfulness Session
Yoga/Pilates/Fitness
Communal Dinner
Games and Indoor Sports8.30pm / Late Evening
Socialisation
Boardgames, Quiz and Reminders
Planning for Tomorrow10.30pm Isha Prayer and Reminder
SleepDay 4
4.00am Fajr Prayer and Reminder
7.00am / Early Morning
Wakeup
Morning Fitness
Communal Breakfast
Prepare9.00am / Late Morning and Afternoon
Broadhaven Beach
Hike: YHA Broad Haven, Haroldston Woods, Druidston Circular Walk
Lunch and Dhuhr prayer
Beach activity - bodyboarding, surfing, rock pooling, cliff jumping, bathing, paddling, sports6.00pm / Early Evening
Return to Hostel
Asr Prayer
Relaxation
Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
Blindfold Trail
Yoga/Pilates/Fitness
Communal Dinner
Games and Indoor Sports8.30pm / Late Evening
Socialisation
Stargazing and Reminders
Planning for Tomorrow
Isha Prayer and Reminder11.00pm Sleep
Day 5
4.00am Fajr Prayer and Reminder
7.00am / Early Morning
Wakeup
Morning Fitness
Communal Breakfast
Prepare
Communal Cleanup
Checkout from Hostel10.00am / Late Morning - Early Afternoon
Barafundle Bay Beach or Sailing and Windsurfing
Communal Lunch
Dhuhr/Asr Prayer
Farewell4.00pm Departure from Pembrokeshire
Please note the planned programme is flexible. Guests are free to choose the activities they would like to participate in. They can also choose to do their own thing if they like.
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At the heart of the adventure-retreat is communal self-catering, where everyone comes together to prepare and enjoy meals as one big family. MFA will provide fresh, organic, and local ingredients wherever possible, and the group will prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This shared experience is about more than food—it’s about bonding, sharing skills, and creating unforgettable memories.
Breakfast
We will prepare nourishing breakfasts on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5, including eggs, tuna, cheese, beans, bread, cereals, spreads, fruits, and hot drinks.
Lunch
Each family will prepare their own packed lunches using the provided groceries or their own supplies.
Dinner
Adults will work in teams to prepare themed dinners on Days 2, 3, and 4:
• Day 2: Asian-inspired lamb dishes
• Day 3: Arab-inspired chicken dishes
• Day 4: Italian-inspired beef dishes
Families will handle their own dinner on Day 1.
Refreshments
Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate will be available throughout your stay.
Kitchen Facilities
The fully equipped industrial kitchen comes with all the essentials—pots, pans, utensils, cutlery, and crockery—ensuring a smooth cooking experience for everyone.
The cost is £24.50 per person (over 5) for communal food arrangements.
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This Adventure Retreat is thoughtfully priced to make it accessible for families: £195 per parent/adult and £155 per child. Infants aged 5 or under can join for free (sharing a bed with a parent or sibling). Optional extras include £85 per room for en-suite facilities and £24.50 per person (age 6 and above) for communal food arrangements. We also offer a 10% discount for larger families with 5 or more paying members.
Your investment covers a comprehensive package: clean and comfortable hostel accommodation with self-catering facilities, a carefully curated adventure programme, uplifting Islamic reminders, meaningful family-friendly activities, and a safe, vibrant Muslim community environment.
Please note: transport, optional instructor-led activities, and equipment hire are not included.
If you are experiencing any financial difficulties, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to help and will do our best to support you so your family doesn’t miss out on this meaningful experience.