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Jackson's Bay is a 170 metre long sandy cove situated within the port and harbour of Barry, near the Lifeboat Station. The cove slopes gently and is backed by steep cliffs on the west to Nell's Point, with a harbour wall on the east. It faces south east towards the Bristol Channel and is surrounded by the highly urbanised town of Barry.
The beach comprises sand and is backed by cliffs and greenery. A harbour wall lies to the east of the beach, at the end of which is a small lighthouse, although there is no access onto the harbour wall. The cove faces south-east, and has views over the Bristol Channel, which has the second highest tidal range in the world.
Visitors to the beach should exercise caution in the water due to the risk posed by submerged rocks and strong currents. Care should also be taken near the cliffs, which may be unstable in some areas. The beach is used by kayakers and is popular with local families. The soft, golden sand is suitable for building sandcastles.
There are public toilets immediately adjacent to the slipway leading down to the beach, but no other facilities. A concrete path leads over the rocks to Clements Colly Walk, and a steep, level path leads down to the beach from Redbrink Crescent. This path is suitable for pushchairs, although care needs to be taken due to the incline.
The Wales Coastal Path passes through the grassy area behind the cliffs, which is popular with dog walkers. Jackson's Bay is dog-friendly all year round. The Clements Colley Walk passes right along this beach, a scenic coastal path that runs around the headland.
Sand Marina
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 97% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 15% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 13mph |  |
The tide at Jackson's Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:48 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:08 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Slipway
Parking within 5 minutes walk.
Dogs are allowed
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Good water quality
less than a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
just over a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
just over a mile west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 69 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 75 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 69 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 70 miles by road.
around 13 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 79 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 67 miles by road.
around 14 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
Location: Barry Island, Barri
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: ST120666
Coordinates: 51°23'31"N 3°15'53"W
Mapcode: GBR HT.RHH4
What 3 Words: trip.skills.moss
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: Vale of Glamorgan
Parish: Barry
Nearest postcode: CF62 5TU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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