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Five Beaches Within an Hour of Cardiff
Posted on:
18 July 2025
Our guide to five beaches within an hour of Cardiff, with options for families, dog-friendly beaches, and great spots for fossil-hunting.
Dog Friendly
Discover the best dog-friendly places in south Wales, from scenic walks to pubs, cafés, and more - perfect for days out and holidays with your four-legged friend.
Welcome to our dedicated guide to dog-friendly activities, accommodation, and businesses in south Wales - because adventures are always better with your four-legged friend by your side. Whether you’re planning a weekend break or looking for local days out, South Wales offers a fantastic range of places where dogs are not just allowed, but warmly welcomed. From scenic coastal paths and mountain trails to pup-friendly cafés and historic attractions, we’ve rounded up the best spots where tails can wag freely. Our guide is designed to take the guesswork out of planning, so you can enjoy quality time exploring with your dog in some of the region’s most beautiful and accommodating settings.
South Wales is home to a growing number of businesses and attractions that understand the importance of including pets in everyday experiences. From stylish dog-friendly accommodation and grooming salons to dog-welcoming pubs, garden centres, and even bookshops, the region is becoming a true haven for dog lovers. Our listings include practical information, pet policies, and local tips to help you find the perfect places to visit with your canine companion. Whether you're a local resident or visiting from further afield, this page is your go-to resource for discovering the best dog-friendly experiences that South Wales has to offer.
Dog Friendly Businesses
Castle Knights offers unique glamping in Usk Castle grounds. Stay in yurts or cabins, enjoy nature,… Castle Knights offers unique glamping in Usk Castle grounds. Stay in yurts or cabins, enjoy nature, fire pits & nearby walks. Ideal for families, couples & group getaways in…
Llangorse Lake offers fishing, water sports, and scenic trails. Lakeside Caravan & Camping has… Llangorse Lake offers fishing, water sports, and scenic trails. Lakeside Caravan & Camping has pitches, a shop, cafe, and bar with meals and entertainment. Dog-friendly…
Usk And Railway Inn offers family rooms, private baths, free WiFi, and a family-friendly restaurant… Usk And Railway Inn offers family rooms, private baths, free WiFi, and a family-friendly restaurant with special diet options. Free parking, outdoor seating, near Brecon…
Accessible campsite with level pitches, electric hook-ups, water, and drainage. Amenities include… Accessible campsite with level pitches, electric hook-ups, water, and drainage. Amenities include wheelchair-friendly showers, toilets, and grab rails. Easy parking for cars…
Secluded 20-acre site with picnic tables, free BBQs, 5 CL pitches with hookups, modern facilities,… Secluded 20-acre site with picnic tables, free BBQs, 5 CL pitches with hookups, modern facilities, and 6 tent camping spots with showers and fire pit. Non-CL area open…
The Felin Fach Griffin offers cozy comfort and refined Welsh food in a stunning landscape of… The Felin Fach Griffin offers cozy comfort and refined Welsh food in a stunning landscape of mountains, rivers, and hills - a perfect retreat that leaves you smiling at…
The Pyscodlyn Farm Caravan & Campsite offers peaceful stays with stunning Sugar Loaf views near… The Pyscodlyn Farm Caravan & Campsite offers peaceful stays with stunning Sugar Loaf views near Abergavenny. Family-run for generations with easy A40 access and close to…
Family-run Newpark Caravan & Campsites offers stunning sea views, a blue flag beach 5 mins away,… Family-run Newpark Caravan & Campsites offers stunning sea views, a blue flag beach 5 mins away, play park, laundry, shop, and WiFi. Close to Port Eynon village and local pub.
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Aberdulais Falls near Neath features a stunning waterfall, historic tinworks, and a giant… Aberdulais Falls near Neath features a stunning waterfall, historic tinworks, and a giant waterwheel, set in peaceful woodland with walking trails and a visitor centre.
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Pobbles Bay is a quiet, sandy cove on the Gower Peninsula with no facilities. Best reached on foot,… Pobbles Bay is a quiet, sandy cove on the Gower Peninsula with no facilities. Best reached on foot, it's ideal for walkers and nature lovers seeking a peaceful, unspoilt…
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Oxwich Bay offers golden sands, calm waters, nearby cafés, and the Oxwich National Nature Reserve… Oxwich Bay offers golden sands, calm waters, nearby cafés, and the Oxwich National Nature Reserve with trails and wildlife, making it perfect for families and nature lovers.
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Tenby South Beach is a Blue Flag sandy beach with lifeguards, wheelchair access, café, and toilets.… Tenby South Beach is a Blue Flag sandy beach with lifeguards, wheelchair access, café, and toilets. Perfect for families, water sports, and coastal walks on the Pembrokeshire…
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