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Mumbles Head Beach

Swansea, Wales


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A rocky headland at the end of Swansea bay and the famous 'Mumbles Mile'.

At low tide there are areas of sand and shingle overlooked by a lifeboat station and pier.

Sand Shingle Rock

Weather and tides for Thursday 19 June

Today
Chance of rain 0%
Max temp. 27°C
(feels like 26°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 4%
Min temp. 19°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 9mph

The tide at Mumbles Head Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:05 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 1:29 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Moderate

Approximate sea surface temperature:   16.3°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Mumbles Head Beach

Things to do and see in the area

The Pilot of Mumbles (0.6 miles)
Langland Bay (1.6 miles)
Clyne Gardens (2.2 miles)
Caswell Bay (2.5 miles)
Egypt Centre (2.9 miles)
Bracelet Bay (3 miles)
Dylan Thomas Birth Place (3.7 miles)
Breakout Live Swansea (3.8 miles)
RipNRock (5.8 miles)

Places to eat near Mumbles Head Beach

The Mermaid Cafe Bar & Restaurant (170 yards)
Munch of Mumbles (50 yards)
Mediterranean (70 yards)
Gower Seafood Hut (120 yards)
The Front Room Cafe (150 yards)
The Kitchen Table Cafe (170 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Limeslade, Swansea

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SS631873

Country: Wales

Local Authority: Swansea

Parish: Mumbles

Nearest postcode: SA3 4EN

(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)

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