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South Wales Beaches

Explore the beaches of South Wales along the stunning coastline, from secluded bays to fun-packed family hotspots. South Wales beaches come in all sizes, from tiny coves to miles of golden sands, some totally sheltered and others known for their surf.

We're spoiled for choice here in south Wales with well over 100 beaches along this stunning stretch of coastline as the Severn Estuary reaches the Irish Sea and Atlantic Ocean.  With so many beaches in south Wales it can be hard to decide where to head for an amazing day out, so have a read up on our favourites.

From secluded coves to family hotspots, from rocky bays to gorgeous golden sands, you're sure to find a beach you'll fall in love with.  Maybe you're wanting a beach perfect for taking your children, or perhaps you're looking for a dog-friendly beach, we have those too!

Beach huts at Barry Island Beach, Whitmore Bat, one of the family friendly South Wales beaches.

Map of South Wales Beaches

From small rocky coves to miles of golden sands, explore options on our map of South Wales beaches below.

All South Wales Beaches Experiences

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Nash Point Lighthouse
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Nash Point

Nash Point on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast features dramatic cliffs, a…

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Saundersfoot Beach
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Saundersfoot Beach

Saundersfoot Beach in Pembrokeshire is a wide sandy beach beside a…

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Tenby Castle Beach
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Tenby Castle Beach

Tenby Castle Beach is a small, sheltered cove beneath Tenby Castle,…

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Rhossili Bay Beach
Active Outdoors | Dog Friendly | Family Friendly

Rhossili Bay

Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula offers golden sands, cliff walks and…

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Tenby Harbour Beach
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Tenby Harbour Beach

Tenby Harbour Beach is a small, sheltered sandy cove beside the historic…

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Penarth Beach & Pier, Vale of Glamorgan
Natural Wales | Dog Friendly

Penarth Beach

Penarth Beach offers scenic views, a historic pier with a pavilion, and…

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Dunraven Bay, Southerndown Beach in the Vale of Glamorgan
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Dunraven Bay (Southerndown)

Dunraven Bay on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast is a scenic beach near…

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Penally Beach
Dog Friendly | Active Outdoors | Family Friendly

Penally Beach

Penally Beach towards the end of Tenby South Beach is a dog-friendly sand…

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Three Cliffs Bay Beach on the Gower Peninsula
Natural Wales | Active Outdoors | Dog Friendly

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

Three Cliffs Bay Beach on the Gower Peninsula is a scenic beach known for…

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Jackson's Bay, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
Dog Friendly | Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Jackson's Bay

Visit the dog-friendly Jackson's Bay near Barry for a quieter beach…

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Rest Bay, Porthcawl
Family Friendly | Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Rest Bay

Rest Bay in Porthcawl offers golden sands, great surf, scenic walks, and…

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Oxwich Bay on the Gower Peninsula
Dog Friendly | Family Friendly | Active Outdoors

Oxwich Bay

Oxwich Bay offers golden sands, calm waters, nearby cafés, and the Oxwich…

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