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Traeth Gwyn New Quay Beach

Ceredigion, Wales

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Traeth Gwyn New Quay Beach is a popular sandy cove located in the picturesque village of New Quay, Wales, and is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich conservation status.

Traeth Gwyn Beach is situated at the eastern end of Newquay's sweeping sandy bay, facing north and located within the waters of Cardigan Bay. The beach is surrounded by steep cliffs, agricultural land, caravan parks, and the village of New Quay, which is less than 1 kilometre away. The coastal waters and coastal belt are designated as the Cardigan Bay Special Area of Conservation and Aberarth Cerreg Wylan Site of Special Scientific Interest, confirming the high conservation status of the area.

New Quay was once an important centre for fishing and ship building. Today, it is a popular holiday resort and one of Wales's top sailing destinations. The village has a rich literary history, with poet Dylan Thomas living there for a time and drawing inspiration from the local community for his works, including "Under Milk Wood".

Traeth Gwyn Beach stretches around New Quay Bay, from the lifeboat station to Llaina Point, offering a wide expanse of sandy beach, especially at low tide. The beach is backed by trees, with a holiday park and caravan park located behind. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities, including swimming, fishing, and walking, with the Ceredigion Coast Path passing close by. The beach is also dog-friendly year-round, making it an ideal destination for pet owners.

Traeth Gwyn Beach is located in New Quay, Ceredigion, Wales, and is easily accessible. The beach offers ample space for beach activities such as sunbathing, picnicking, and playing games, making it more accommodating for families compared to other nearby beaches.

Traeth Gwyn New Quay Beach is adjacent to the Ceredigion Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Sunday 4 October

Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 15°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 12mph
Tomorrow (Monday)
Chance of rain 36%
Max temperature 18°C
feels like 17°C
Wind 15mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Traeth Gwyn New Quay Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:25 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 10:39 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Ceinewydd (New Quay)

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SN393595

Coordinates: 52°12'38"N 4°21'10"W

Mapcode: GBR DD.2WFF

What 3 Words: active.mentioned.siesta

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: Ceredigion

Parish: New Quay

Nearest postcode: SA45 9QT

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