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The western end of Prestatyn's fine sandy beach is backed by an area of dunes that form part of an extensive dune system between Barkby Beach to the west and Talacre Point to the east, on the western side of the River Dee estuary. This area is a nature reserve and a designated SSSI due to its importance as a habitat for a variety of plant and animal life.
The dunes at Gronant Dunes Beach feature various viewing platforms that offer stunning views of the surroundings, as well as informative boards that provide details about the local flora and fauna. The area is home to a range of marine flora, including sea holly, marram grass, and rare dune fescue. Visitors may also spot natterjack toads, lizards, and North Wales' only breeding colony of little terns. In the winter months, the dunes attract large numbers of wading birds and waterfowl, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.
The water quality and sandy foreshore make Gronant Dunes Beach a popular spot for summer bathing, although there is no lifeguard presence. The North Wales Coastal Cycle route, which links Prestatyn and Chester, passes close to the beach, providing a scenic route for cyclists. A wooden boardwalk leads from the nearby caravan parks to the beach, offering easy access for visitors.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 52% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 18mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 36% |
| Min temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 15mph | |
The tide at Gronant Dunes Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 3:27 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 10:05 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Limited parking. Possible pay parking at Presthaven Beach Resort.
Dogs are allowed on most areas of the beach but please check beach signs.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 41 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 10 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 11 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 37 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 37 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 15 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
Location: Gronant
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SJ095847
Coordinates: 53°21'7"N 3°21'36"W
Mapcode: GBR 4YZP.B2
What 3 Words: skills.bumping.heartburn
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: Flintshire
Parish: Llanasa
Nearest postcode: LL19 9TT
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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