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Pwllgwaelod Beach

Pembrokeshire, Wales


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Pwllgwaelod Beach is a charming and secluded destination on the North Pembrokeshire Coast, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and scenic views.

Pwllgwaelod Beach is a small sandy beach encircled by cliffs, providing a picturesque outlook towards Fishguard Harbour. The cliffs offer some protection from the wind, and at low tide, a good stretch of sand is available. The beach serves as one of the starting points for a three-mile trek along the Pembrokeshire National Park Coastal Footpath, which follows the coast around to Dinas Head.

The coastal walk takes you up a steep cliff rising to 465 feet, passing an array of pretty flora and fauna along the way. From this vantage point, you can take in the views over Fishguard Bay from a different perspective. The area is also renowned for its diverse birdlife, with species such as chough, fulmar, and peregrine falcon commonly spotted.

The beach is located on the south-west side of Dinas Island, looking out over Fishguard Bay. Although slightly off the beaten track, it is a great spot for a day out, with a nearby pub for refreshments, a public car park, and toilets available.

Pwllgwaelod Beach is adjacent to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Sunday 20 July

Tonight
Chance of rain 6%
Min temp. 13°C
(feels like 14°C)
Wind 4mph
Tomorrow (Monday)
Chance of rain 58%
Max temp. 18°C
(feels like 16°C)
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Pwllgwaelod Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 10:43 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:30 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   15.8°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets Slipway
  • Popular Activities

    Sunbathing Walking
  • Parking

    Parking is next to the beach.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are allowed.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Pwllgwaelod Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Dyffryn Fernant Gardens (1.9 miles)
Kayak-King (3.1 miles)
The Last Invasion Tapestry Gallery (3.4 miles)
Theatr Gwaun (3.4 miles)
RockUp-Climbing (3.6 miles)
Ocean Lab (3.7 miles)
Bessies (3.9 miles)
Bluestone Brewing Company Ltd (4.9 miles)
Yet-Y-Gors Fishery and Campsite (5.3 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Bryn-henllan,

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SN004398

Country: Wales

Local Authority: Pembrokeshire

Parish: Dinas Cross

Nearest postcode: SA42 0SE

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