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A bevy of beautiful beaches!
One of this areas stand out features is a wealth of family friendly, sandy beaches. Long ones, short ones, secluded ones, rocky ones... a day out to satisfy any taste.
Walk the towering cliffs at Rhossili; discover ancient shipwrecks along Cefn Sidan's 7 mile long beach at Pembrey; go rock pooling at Bracelet Bay; go surfing from Langland and Caswell Bays; wind surf from the popular Burry Port beach and harbour; explore Pennard Castle and cliffs at Three Cliffs Bay; follow the Wales Coast Path walking route around Llansteffan Beach and Scotts Bay; take your bike along National Cycle Network's Route 4 and enjoy a traffic free route from Machynys to Pembrey along the Millennium Coastal Park with several beach stopping points to choose from - Machynys Peninsula, Llanelli, Burry Port and Pembrey Peninsula. Not forgetting a visit to popular Mumbles sea front along the sweeping Swansea Bay golden coastline... so much choice!
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Burry Port
Two beaches to choose from either side of the harbour. Pay and Display parking, shops, toilets, railway station and cafe nearby. Part of the National Cycle Network Route 4 and Wales Coast Path. No lifeguard, beach access via ramp for pushchairs / wheelchairs.
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Bracelet Bay
Secluded bay, just around the corner from the Mumbles sea front. A great place for rock pooling. Pay and Display parking, restaurant, toilets and shops nearby. On the Wales Coast Path. No dogs 1st May - 30th September. Access to the beach is steep and not wheelchair friendly, the beach is quite rocky. A small seating area above the beach is very accessible. No lifeguard.
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Caswell Bay
Flanked by cliffs this Blue Flag, sandy beach is the perfect destination for energetic surfers or simply a relaxing family day out. On the Wales Coast Path. Pay and Display parking nearby, cafe, toilets. No dogs 1st May - 30th September. Lifeguard cover in Summer months. On the Wales Coast Path.
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Ferryside
Small village with a picturesque beach on the mouth of the river Tywi. Amazing views across the estuary towards Llansteffan castle. Free parking, no beach facilities, pub and shop in village. Railway station virtually on the beach! On the National Cycle Network Route 4 and the Wales Coast Path.
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Langland Bay
A beautiful cove, extremely popular as a family destination in the Summer months. Frequented by surfers and kayakers. On the Wales Coast Path - a great place to walk to from Mumbles along the beautiful coastal cliff path. Pay and Display parking nearby, cafe, toilets. No dogs 1st May - 30th September. Lifeguard cover in Summer months. Accessible for wheelchair and pushchair, access to the beach via ramps.
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Llanelli
An amazing beach on the Millennium Coastal Park, overlooking Carmarthen Bay and the Gower Peninsula, a popular venue for events such as triathlons, half and full marathons. On the National Cycle Network Route 4 and the Wales Coast Path. Cafe/Restaurant, Pay and Display parking, beach and promenade accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs. No lifeguard. Close to Sandy Water Park.
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Llansteffan & Scott's Bay
A long, golden stretch of beach dominated by the 12th century Llansteffan Castle looking out over the river Tywi estuary. Follow the coast path around to adjoining Scott's Bay for stunning views across Carmarthen Bay and beyond. Sign posts indicate a no dogs area on the main beach between 1st May and 30th September. Cafe/Restaurants, toilets, shop. Parking at either end of the main beach (free as at July 2025). Wheelchair and pushchair accessible (the climb up to the castle would be a challenge though)
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Machynys Peninsula
Following south from Llanelli beach along the coast path, on foot or on bicycle, you'll find not just another great, sandy beach but a large wetlands area, home to the Llanelli Wetlands Centre. Parking is Pay and Display at Llanelli beach or Bynea (either end of the peninsula) Cafe and toilets at the Wetlands Centre, Machynys Golf Club or Gateway Resort. The whole area is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, a mixture of fine grit and tarmac surface and fairly flat (except for the cycle bridge at Bynea). It's a long, traffic free route around the peninsula, I'd recommend a bicycle if travelling the whole length but the beach at the western end is fairly close to Llanelli beach car park.
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Mumbles
Highly popular sea front location which is part of the long, sweeping Swansea Bay coastline. You'll find a choice of beaches to the east or west of the main Mumbles village. Parking is Pay and Display, toilets, plenty of shops and restaurants, all areas accessible by wheelchair or pushchair. Part of the Wales Coast Path. National Cycle Networks Route 4 nearby.
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Oxwich Bay
Long stretch of golden sand along Oxwich Bay backed by a large area of marshland and dunes. Charges apply in a large, privately owned car park (no parking from 10pm at night to 7am the following morning). Shop, toilets and restaurant at beach and nearby. Wheelchair access is good. No lifeguard. Dogs welcome on a lead. Part of the Wales Coast Path. Oxwich Beach is owned and managed by the Penrice Estate.
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Pembrey
Without doubt one of the highlights of the Welsh coastline, an award winning beach and country park. Shop, toilets, restaurant and many family activities in adjacent Pembrey Country Park. Wheelchair and pushchair friendly. Parking is Pay on Exit from the country park.
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Pendine
A world famous venue for land speed records in years gone by, with approximately 11 miles of golden, flat sandy beach. Shops, restaurants, toilets, play area and Pay and Display parking just off the sea front. Wheelchair and pushchair friendly. Part of the Wales Coast Path.
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Port Eynon
Sandy bay popular for watersports and scenic hilltop walking. Car park a short distance from beach (fee charged), toilets, shop, cafe. No dogs on the beach between 1st May and 30th September. Wheelchair access. Lifeguard during summer months.
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Rhossili
Best described as spectacular! Take advantage of this beautiful beach for a bucket and spade day out or walk the cliff tops for superb, breathtaking views. Beach access not wheelchair friendly, cliff top walks have a mixture of fine grit and grass. Toilets, restaurant, cafe. Pay and Display parking. Managed by the National Trust.
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Swansea Beach
A short distance from Swansea city centre this long flat, sandy beach is approximately 3 miles long from Black Pill in the west to Swansea Marina in the east. Pay and Display parking at Black Pill, Sketty Lane, Mumbles Road, the Secret Beach Bar & Kitchen, St Helen's Foreshore Car Park and near the Swansea Civic Centre. Almost the entire length is served by National Cycle Networks Route 4, a highly recommended scenic route. No dogs on the beach between 1st May and 30th September. No lifeguard cover. Accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, there are several access points along the sea front.
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Three Cliffs Bay
The iconic three limestone cliffs emerge sharply from the golden sands of the bay. Amazing walks along the cliffs surrounding the bay with the added bonus of a castle from which the views are simply stunning. Pay and Display parking at Southgate, parking fee at Parkmill, some free parking at North Hills Lane. Seasonal lifeguard cover normally between July and September. Cafe, toilets at Southgate and Parkmill villages and Three Cliffs Holiday Park. Due to the sandy, hilly and rocky nature of the area wheelchair and pushchair use would be extremely difficult.
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Llangennith
Situated at the north end of Rhossili Bay this long, sandy, flat beach is a popular destination for surfers and walkers. Incredible hillside climbs with spectacular views. Dogs are allowed all year. There is no lifeguard service here and the beach and its approaches are not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Part of the Wales Coast Path. Food, toilets near car park and in nearby Llangennith village. There's a parking fee at the beach car park which can get quite full during summer months.
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