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New Quay Harbour Beach

Ceredigion, Wales


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New Quay Harbour Beach, located in the picturesque resort village of New Quay in Ceredigion, Wales, is a popular destination for both bathing and boating activities.

New Quay, also known as Ceinewydd, is an internationally renowned resort village that was once a thriving fishing port and shipbuilding centre. The village is a bustling harbour town with a lovely beach, attracting many visitors in the summer.

The village is home to several beaches, including Harbour Beach and Traeth Gwyn Beach. Harbour Beach boasts deep golden sands and a secluded harbour, offering both bathing and boating facilities. It is a smaller beach and can get crowded, making it less suitable for families with a lot of equipment or those looking for a more relaxed atmosphere.

Traeth Gwyn Beach, on the other hand, stretches around New Quay Bay from the lifeboat station to Llaina Point. This primarily sandy beach offers a wide expanse of beach, especially at low tide, allowing for ample space for beach activities such as sunbathing, picnicking, and playing games. The beach is dog-friendly year-round, making it an attractive option for dog owners.

The village provides various facilities, including pay-for car parks, places to eat, drink, shop, and stay. Wildlife-watching boat trips depart regularly from the harbour in peak season, offering visitors the opportunity to spot seals and dolphins that live in the bay. South Beach, located at the southern end of the wide stretch of sand below the harbour, is close to the lifeboat station and the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre.

Sand

Weather and tides for Thursday 17 July

Today
Chance of rain 50%
Max temp. 22°C
(feels like 21°C)
Wind 11mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 80%
Min temp. 16°C
(feels like 16°C)
Wind 11mph

The tide at New Quay Harbour Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:59 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 1:36 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   17.9°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets Shops Litter bins Slipway
  • Popular Activities

    Boating Fishing Sailing Sunbathing Swimming Water sports
  • Sea Life

    Dolphins
  • Parking

    Two car parks nearby - a charge applies.

  • Dogs

    Dogs not allowed May 1st to September 30th.

  • Beach Cleaning

    Beach cleaned daily during the summer

  • Lifeguard

    Daily - 21st May - 4th September

  • Water Quality

    Excellent water quality

    Excellent water quality

Recommended holiday cottages near New Quay Harbour Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Dolphin Survey Boat Trips (0 miles)
The Penwig Hotel (0.1 miles)
SeaMor Dolphin Watching Boat Trips (0.1 miles)
Creme Pen Cae (0.1 miles)
Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips (0.1 miles)
Cardigan Bay Watersports (0.1 miles)
Epic Fishing Trips (0.1 miles)
New Quay Honey Farm (1.9 miles)
Dolphin Tours RIB Safari (4.4 miles)
Llanerchaeron (4.8 miles)

Places to eat near New Quay Harbour Beach

Pasty Pasty (80 yards)
The Blue Bell Deli&Bistro (80 yards)
The Lime Crab (80 yards)
Creme Pen Cei (80 yards)
The Old Watch House Restaurant (100 yards)
The Pepper Pot Bar and Grill (150 yards)
Wellington Inn (170 yards)
Bosun's Locker (210 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Ceinewydd (New Quay)

Location type: Town

OS Grid: SN390599

Country: Wales

Local Authority: Ceredigion

Parish: New Quay

Nearest postcode: SA45 9PW

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