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Swansea County Hall Beach

(Swansea Central Beach)

Swansea, Wales


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Swansea County Hall Beach, also known as part of Swansea Bay, is a unique urban beach located near the heart of Swansea city centre.

Swansea County Hall Beach is part of the extensive sand and mud flats that make up Swansea Bay. The beach is situated closest to the mouth of the River Tawe and the West Pier. It is backed by a promenade and marina, with residential flats and the Swansea Central Library nearby.

The beach is easily accessible, with parking available at the Civic Centre public car park. The vibrant city centre, with its shops, eateries, and other amenities, is just a short walk away.

Swansea Bay, which includes Swansea County Hall Beach, stretches from the Maritime Quarter around the bay to Mumbles. The beach offers a mix of sandy and muddy areas, and is a popular spot for watersports, with Swansea Bay being recognised as a Watersports Centre of Excellence.

The beach is surrounded by various amenities, including shops, restaurants, and a coastal park near the Swansea West Pier and Marina. Walking towards Mumbles, the beach is backed by the Singleton Park Boating Lake and a 'FootGolf' course.

Swansea County Hall Beach is adjacent to the Wales Coast Path.

Bay Sand Mud

Weather and tides for Wednesday 16 September

Today
Chance of rain 38%
Max temperature 17°C
feels like 17°C
Wind 12mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 99%
Min temperature 15°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 15mph

The tide at Swansea County Hall Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:55 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:15 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Swansea

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SS653921

Coordinates: 51°36'43"N 3°56'45"W

Mapcode: GBR WRK.VK

What 3 Words: wiring.slope.cove

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: Swansea

Parish: Castle

Nearest postcode: SA1 3SL

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