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Porthcawl beach is located on the Bristol channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 4th place out of 4 beaches in the Bridgend region The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Porthcawl beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, 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, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trecco Bay Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
Porthcawl beach is located in Bridgend within Porthcawl, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Owensfield 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Porthcawl 0.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Penmaen 1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Nicholaston 1.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
Berrynarbor 1.2 km
What to do in Porthcawl beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Porthcawl beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
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 Porthcawl beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Porthcawl beach 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.
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The coastline of Porthcawl beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porthcawl beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Porthcawl beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Porthcawl beach is partially 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 Porthcawl beach for swimming is very positive.
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.
The region of the Porthcawl beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Porthcawl beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Porthcawl beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jolly Sailor is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
There are 107 places to stay in the Porthcawl beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porthcawl beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Porthcawl beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
There are 4 attractions near Porthcawl beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Porthcawl Lighthouse located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Porthcawl beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Porthcawl beach (Bridgend) 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.Porthcawl beach (Bridgend) 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Benllech 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
Rhossili 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Tresaith 0.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Penbryn 0.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Lydstep 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Newborough 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Swansea 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
Broad Haven 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Aberdovey 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise water
Borth 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Aberdaron 0.2 km
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