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Barry Island is a busy built-up seaside resort town with a large fairground, lots of amusements, and some sandy beaches. In contrast, Cold Knap Beach, situated slightly removed from the town, is generally quieter. The beach is located adjacent to Barry Old Harbour and is primarily a steeply sloping stone and pebble beach, with sand exposed at low water only.
Cold Knap Beach is a long stretch of steeply shelving pebbles, although at low tide some sand is revealed. The beach faces south west towards the Bristol Channel, backed by cliffs at the north end, with a promenade at the south end towards Cold Knap Point. Facilities are good, with parking on the seafront, public toilets, and a wide promenade area that is easily accessible. The surrounding gardens and park areas are well-maintained and ideal for picnics and leisurely walks.
The beach is backed by Cold Knap Lake, a peaceful spot where visitors can stroll and feed the birds. The area is also popular for sea fishing, and visitors can often be seen with their rods along the seafront. For those interested in geology, the cliffs towards the western end of the beach feature fine examples of horizontal sedimentary strata. Visitors can take a walk along the beach to the cliffs on the western side or head to Knap Hill and the lifeguard station.
It is worth noting that Cold Knap Beach is not dog-friendly all year round. Dogs are prohibited on the beach from May 1st to September 30th, although during the rest of the year, they can be brought to the beach without restrictions. The beach is approximately a mile from the main resort beach at Barry, making it a great spot for those looking for a quieter place to relax by the sea.
Cold Knap Beach is adjacent to the Wales Coast Path.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 50% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 20mph | |
The tide at Cold Knap Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:55 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:48 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Slipway
Barry Island Car Park is next to the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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Porthkerry Country Park (0.8 miles)
Smugglers Cove (0.8 miles)
Barry Island Pleasure Park (0.9 miles)
Brit Movie Tours (1 miles)
High Street (1.2 miles)
Brynhill Golf Club (2.1 miles)
The Fontygary Inn (3 miles)
Fonmon Castle (3.4 miles)
Amelia Trust Farm (3.6 miles)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile east-southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
just over a mile east as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 14 miles east as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 74 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 14 miles south as the seagull flies, around 93 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 69 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 14 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 79 miles by road.
Location: The knap, Barri
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: ST099663
Coordinates: 51°23'20"N 3°17'42"W
Mapcode: GBR HS.RMV2
What 3 Words: loaf.jetliner.clown
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: Wales
Local Authority: Vale of Glamorgan
Parish: Barry
Nearest postcode: CF6 8YZ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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