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Jersey Marine East Beach is an extensive sandy beach, particularly at low tide, backed by a dunes system that forms part of the Crymlyn Burrows nature reserve. The beach's setting is somewhat industrial, with the nearby Port Talbot and Swansea Docks, but it offers a unique and diverse environment.
The beach is situated at the mouth of the River Neath, between the industrial area of Port Talbot and the busy Swansea Docks. The Crymlyn Burrows, which back the beach, are a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and host a remarkable biodiversity of plant and animal species.
The extensive dune system at Jersey Marine East Beach supports over 270 plant species, making it one of Wales' most botanically diverse coastal sites. Botanical enthusiasts can spot rare dune specialists, including sea stock, Portland spurge, and various orchid species during the summer months. The area also attracts numerous bird species, such as ringed plovers, oystercatchers, and sandwich terns.
Jersey Marine East Beach offers excellent walking opportunities, with the Wales Coast Path running through the area and connecting to longer walking routes. Visitors can follow the beach northward to explore the Neath estuary or southward toward Swansea Bay.
Unlike more commercialised beaches, Jersey Marine East Beach remains undeveloped, with no cafes, toilet facilities, or commercial amenities directly on the beach. Visitors must come prepared with refreshments and other necessities. Swimmers should exercise extreme caution, be aware of tide times, and never swim alone, as the beach lacks lifeguard services and can experience strong currents.
The beach transforms dramatically through the seasons, with spring bringing an explosion of wildflowers, summer offering warmer swimming conditions, autumn displaying dramatic skies and migrating birds, and winter revealing the beach at its most wild and atmospheric.
The beach offers spectacular sunset views across Swansea Bay toward the Mumbles headland, making it a photographer's paradise, particularly during the golden hour.
Bay Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 57% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 18mph | |
The tide at Jersey Marine East Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:13 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:40 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Limited parking.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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All distances are approximate
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 11 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
Location: Crymlyn Burrows, Swansea
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SS710925
Coordinates: 51°37'0"N 3°51'51"W
Mapcode: GBR H0.98PR
What 3 Words: profited.confined.solid
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: Neath Port Talbot
Parish: Coedffranc
Nearest postcode: SA1 8SH
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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