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Cwm yr Eglwys Beach

(Valley of the church Beach)

Pembrokeshire, Wales


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Cwm yr Eglwys Beach is a picturesque sand and shingle bay located on the eastern side of the Dinas Island peninsula near Newport. .

The sand and shingle cove of Cwm yr Eglwys is enclosed by a high protective stone wall, which was likely built in response to the enormous 1859 storm that washed away most of the village's 12th century chapel. Today, all that remains of the church is the end wall with its bell tower. The beach is situated in a sheltered east-facing location, making it an ideal spot for boating and water sports enthusiasts.

Cwm yr Eglwys is popular with boating and water sports enthusiasts due to the slipway and local boat club. The beach is also a hit with younger visitors who will enjoy exploring the little stream and abundant rockpools. Walkers can take the Dinas Circular walk around the peninsula, which takes just over 3 hours to complete.

Cwm yr Eglwys Beach is adjacent to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path.

Bay Sand Shingle

Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 22mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 40%
Min temperature 10°C
feels like 10°C
Wind 21mph

The tide at Cwm yr Eglwys Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 10:23 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 4:38 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Cwm yr Eglwys Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Dyffryn Fernant Gardens (2.3 miles)
Kayak-King (3.7 miles)
Bessies (3.8 miles)
The Last Invasion Tapestry Gallery (4.1 miles)
Theatr Gwaun (4.1 miles)
RockUp-Climbing (4.3 miles)
Ocean Lab (4.4 miles)
Bluestone Brewing Company Ltd (4.4 miles)
Yet-Y-Gors Fishery and Campsite (6 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Cwm-yr-Eglwys

Location type: Village

Nearest village: Dinas Cross

OS Grid: SN015400

Coordinates: 52°1'24"N 4°53'37"W

Mapcode: GBR CP.GLSQ

What 3 Words: doubt.national.pimples

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: Pembrokeshire

Parish: Dinas Cross

Nearest postcode: SA42 0SL

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