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Penally Beach

Pembrokeshire, Wales


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Penally Beach, located in south Pembrokeshire, is a large sandy beach with dunes running along its length, offering a serene and natural environment for visitors. .

Penally Beach is approximately 1 km across, facing south-east over Carmarthen Bay, and is backed by sand dunes, a golf course, and the village of Penally. The beach is an undeveloped stretch of sand, mainly sandy with occasional shingle, and at low tide, it links to the more popular Tenby South and Castle Beach.

The bathing water lies within 1 km of the Carmarthen Bay and Estuaries Special Area of Conservation, and the surrounding area forms part of the Lydstep Head to Tenby Burrows Site of Special Scientific Interest. The bathing water is also located within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, highlighting the environmental value of the area.

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path pass adjacent to the beach, making it popular with dog walkers throughout the year. From the beach, there are views across Carmarthen Bay towards Caldey Island, which lies approximately one kilometre offshore. This rocky island has been inhabited since the Stone Age and contains a number of interesting archaeological sites as well as being rich in flora and fauna.

Free parking with toilets can be found at Penally Railway Station. From here, a pathway leads past the golf course to the beach, although this pathway is closed when the adjacent MOD firing range is in use.

Tenby South Beach, stretching over 1.5 miles southwards to Giltar Point and Penally, is the longest of Tenby's beaches. The sandy beach is backed by dunes, and the coastal path runs directly along the beach. The beach is ideal for long walks, jogging, or finding a quiet spot away from the crowds.

Penally Beach is adjacent to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 99%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 25mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 53%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 25mph

The tide at Penally Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:00 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:06 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Penally Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Tenby Fishing (1.3 miles)
Tenby Lifeboat Station (1.3 miles)
Tenby Boat Trips (1.3 miles)
Tenby Museum and Art Gallery (1.3 miles)
Tenby Water Sports (1.7 miles)
Ritec Valley Quad Bikes (1.7 miles)
Caldey Island (1.8 miles)
The Spa at Celtic Haven (2.2 miles)
Heatherton World of Activities (2.9 miles)

Places to eat near Penally Beach

The Lighthouse Kitchen (310 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Penalum (Penally)

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SS122988

Coordinates: 51°39'26"N 4°42'54"W

Mapcode: GBR GF.8L8V

What 3 Words: detriment.tucked.recover

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: Tenby

Nearest postcode: SA70 7PS

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