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Barry Island, despite its name, is not actually an island. It was once an island but was joined to the mainland in the late 19th century with the construction of the docks. Today, Barry is South Wales's largest town, offering a range of traditional seaside amusements, places to eat and drink, a pleasure park, and a vibrant High Street with independent shops.
The Barry Island area is home to several beaches, each with its own unique character.
Watch House Bay, also known as Watch Tower Bay, is one of the quieter beaches in the area. At high tide, the pebble beach is flanked by rocks on one side and low-rise cliffs with dense trees on the other. As the tide recedes, a vast expanse of sand is exposed. A slipway and small jetty lead down to the water, and the old watch house, built in the 1860s as a lookout over the old harbour, remains as a reminder of the area's nautical past. Behind the beach is a park area with a marine lake in the shape of a Welsh harp. The closest facilities are at Knapp Beach, a short walk away.
Whitmore Bay, also known as Barry Island Beach, is a beautiful sandy beach featuring golden sands perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. Visitors can swim in the sea, explore rock pools, or relax on the beach. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months. The beach was featured in the popular TV show Gavin and Stacey and is a must-visit for fans. The beach is backed by the Barry Island Pleasure Park, offering seaside arcades with rides and games for families. The beach and promenade are accessible, with beach wheelchairs available for those who need them. Parking is also easily accessible close to the beach. However, dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 1 to September 30.
While Barry Island is a busy built-up seaside resort town with a large fairground, Watch House Bay is slightly removed and generally quieter. Both beaches offer a unique experience, with Watch House Bay providing a more peaceful atmosphere and Whitmore Bay offering a range of activities and amenities.
Little Island Bay is adjacent to the Wales Coast Path.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 99% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 45% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 20mph | |
The tide at Little Island Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:48 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:08 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Shops
Barry Island Car Park is next to the beach.
Restrictions at Whitmore: May-September.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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Smugglers Cove (0.3 miles)
Barry Island Pleasure Park (0.4 miles)
Brit Movie Tours (0.5 miles)
High Street (1 miles)
Porthkerry Country Park (1.3 miles)
Brynhill Golf Club (2.2 miles)
The Fontygary Inn (3.5 miles)
Amelia Trust Farm (4 miles)
Fonmon Castle (4 miles)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
less than a mile east-northeast 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, around 2 miles by road.
less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 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 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 74 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 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 79 miles by road.
around 14 miles south as the seagull flies, around 93 miles by road.
around 14 miles east as the seagull flies, around 67 miles by road.
Location: The knap, Barri
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: ST108661
Coordinates: 51°23'15"N 3°16'55"W
Mapcode: GBR HS.RZ1K
What 3 Words: eating.noble.estate
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 5TP
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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