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Southerndown Beach

(Dunraven Bay)

Vale of Glamorgan, Wales


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A beautiful west facing sand and pebble bay at the foot of cliffs on the Heritage Coast.

The bay faces south west towards the Bristol Channel, measuring approximately 1 kilometre on a low tide, narrowing to approximately 200 metres at high tide. The beach is sandy, with a shingle bank at the high tide mark, backed by steep sandstone cliffs. The village of Southerndown is located north of the bay. The coast waters and coastal belt is listed as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, confirming the high conservation status of the Area.

Southerndown Beach is on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.

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Weather and tides for Friday 29 March

Today
Chance of rain 46%
Max temp. 11°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 18mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 31%
Min temp. 7°C
(feels like 4°C)
Wind 13mph

The tide at Southerndown Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 2:23 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 8:42 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   9.8°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Southerndown Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Nash Point Lighthouse (2.2 miles)
Ogmore Castle (2.5 miles)
Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes (2.7 miles)
Ogmore Farm Riding Centre (3.3 miles)
Porthcawl Museum (4.8 miles)
The Grand Pavilion (4.8 miles)
Llandow Circuit (4.9 miles)

Places to eat near Southerndown Beach

Franco at Frolics (400 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Southerndown

Location type: Rural

OS Grid: SS884729

Country: Wales

Local Authority: Vale of Glamorgan

Parish: St. Bride's Major

Nearest postcode: CF32 0RP

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Visitor information for Southerndown Beach, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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