Alternative long-weekend breaks that are guaranteed to clear the cobwebs and put colour in the cheeks have been launched by Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire.

Probably the most likely to stir the blood is the 'Adrenaline Pilgrimage' based in the tiny cathedral city of St David's. This special package includes water kayaking and coasteering - a combination of rock climbing and cliff jumping into the sea! With cottage accommodation, prices start at £165 per person when four share.

A suggestion for bigger groups - ideal for 'stags' or 'hens' - Galloping Groups is a combination of a horse-riding trek - from the cottage door - with a day in a local country sports park for a choice of activities ranging from go-karting to laser pigeon shooting. Accommodation, the trek and eight activities costs from just £99 when eight share.

'Par Four', as the name suggests, is a break for golfers which includes a round each on a Parkland course and a Championship links, plus a spa treatment guaranteed to put the spring back into the swing! With self-catering cottage accommodation, prices start at £179 each based on four sharing.