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Prestatyn Ffrith Beach

Denbighshire, Wales


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Prestatyn Ffrith Beach is a popular holiday destination in North Wales, boasting a long sandy beach with rocky breakwaters and a scenic promenade. .

Prestatyn Ffrith Beach is one of three sandy beaches in the Prestatyn holiday resort, situated between the River Dee Estuary and Rhyl. The beach stretches along a 4-mile long promenade, which is a favourite among cyclists and dog walkers. The promenade offers stunning views of the coastline and is lined with amenities, including a bowling alley.

The area behind Ffrith Beach was once home to a boating lake and a lively fun fair, although today it is much quieter. However, visitors can still enjoy a range of amenities, including a bowling alley. The beach is protected by sea defences, including a number of groynes. Dog restrictions apply to the eastern end of the beach from May to September.

Visitors with dogs can enjoy the beach from the golf course to the entrance to the Fun Parc, which is located on the eastern end of Ffrith Beach. The nearest car park to Ffrith Beach is accessed from Victoria Road, providing convenient parking for beachgoers.

Prestatyn Ffrith Beach is adjacent to the Wales Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 89%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 22mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 71%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 22mph

The tide at Prestatyn Ffrith Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 1:44 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:39 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Prestatyn Ffrith Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Scala Cinema Prestatyn (1.5 miles)
Prestatyn High Street (1.5 miles)
Prestatyn Shopping Park (1.6 miles)
Pro Kitesurfing School (1.9 miles)
The Cob & Pen (2.3 miles)
Dyserth Waterfall (2.5 miles)
Rhyl Miniature Railway (3 miles)
Rhuddlan Castle (3.3 miles)
Bodelwyddan Castle & Park (3.5 miles)
Knightly's Fun Park (4.8 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Prestatyn

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SJ041830

Coordinates: 53°20'7"N 3°26'25"W

Mapcode: GBR 4YDW.Y1

What 3 Words: incensed.knee.suddenly

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: Denbighshire

Parish: Prestatyn

Nearest postcode: LL19 7BG

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