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Porth Dafarch
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Porth Dafarch is located on the Irish Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 3th place out of 17 beaches in the Isle of Anglesey region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Porth Dafarch coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trearddur Bay beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Porth Dafarch is located in Isle of Anglesey within Penrhosfeilw, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Anglesey island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely beautiful, but unfortunately, the presence of numerous campervans parked along the access road takes away some of its charm. However, once you step onto the beach, you can easily ignore their presence, even though there are noisy children and smoke from the fire."
Max Mitchell
"The beach is absolutely stunning for swimming! It's recommended to arrive early during the summer season to secure parking, and if you're craving a mouthwatering burger, make sure to have some cash on hand for the burger van. Additionally, there are refreshing freshwater showers available and the facilities are kept clean."
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User reviews
"The beach is absolutely beautiful, but unfortunately, the presence of numerous campervans parked along the access road takes away some of its charm. However, once you step onto the beach, you can easily ignore their presence, even though there are noisy children and smoke from the fire."
Max Mitchell
"The beach is absolutely stunning for swimming! It's recommended to arrive early during the summer season to secure parking, and if you're craving a mouthwatering burger, make sure to have some cash on hand for the burger van. Additionally, there are refreshing freshwater showers available and the facilities are kept clean."
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Benllech 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Trearddur 0.1 km
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Porth Dafarch. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Porth Dafarch implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Paddlers Return• 10 min walk
- Anglesey Outdoors.• 11 min walk
- Farrell’s Bar and Re...• 19 min walk
- The Inn at the Bay• 26 min walk
Attractions
- Porth y Post• 13 min walk
- Tŷ Mawr Standing Sto...• 29 min walk
- Trefignath• 2.5km
- Ucheldre Centre• 2.5km
Transport
- HLY• 8.9km
- Square• 2.3km
- Holyhead• 2.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porth Dafarch?
The coastline of Porth Dafarch is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Porth Dafarch?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porth Dafarch, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Porth Dafarch good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Porth Dafarch is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Porth Dafarch for swimming is very positive.
Is the Porth Dafarch good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Porth Dafarch secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Porth Dafarch?
Porth Dafarch can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porth Dafarch?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Porth Dafarch.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Paddlers Return is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porth Dafarch?
There are 165 places to stay in the Porth Dafarch area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porth Dafarch include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Porth Dafarch from parking?
The Porth Dafarch has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Porth Dafarch?
There are 4 attractions near Porth Dafarch that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Porth y Post located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Porth Dafarch?
The month with the highest temperature in Porth Dafarch is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porth Dafarch (Isle of Anglesey) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Porth Dafarch (Isle of Anglesey) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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