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Tenby South Beach

(Penally Beach)

Pembrokeshire, Wales


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Tenby South Beach is a popular destination for beachgoers in South Pembrokeshire, offering a long stretch of sandy shoreline with dunes, scenic views, and a range of activities for visitors. .

Tenby South Beach stretches for over a mile and a half, running from St Catherine's Island to Giltar Point, and offers stunning views of Caldy Island. The beach is backed by soft sand dunes and at low tide, it joins up with Castle Beach to reveal a huge stretch of clean golden sand. The area closest to Tenby town is the most popular part of the beach, but walking further along towards the east end can provide a less crowded spot.

The beach has a range of amenities, including toilets, a car park, and easy disabled access. Visitors can also enjoy food options from nearby cafes, restaurants, and the South Beach Shack, which serves sandwiches and ice creams. Deckchair hire is available in the summer season from June to September, and an ice cream van serves the beach throughout this period. Lifeguards patrol the beach in the summer months, providing peace of mind for families.

The beach is ideal for swimming, with a gently sloping shoreline that makes it safe for families. It's also popular with paddleboarders, bodyboarders, and kite surfers. Dogs are allowed at the far end of the beach throughout the year, although there is a small restricted zone closer to town from May to September.

The beach offers stunning views of Caldy Island, and on clear days, visitors may even see boats coming and going between the island and Tenby Harbour. The natural sand dunes and coastal path running along the beach give it a wild and unspoiled atmosphere, making it perfect for nature lovers and peaceful picnics.

Tenby South 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 100%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 24mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 21%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 24mph

The tide at Tenby South Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:06 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:10 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Tenby South Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Tenby Fishing (0.6 miles)
Tenby Lifeboat Station (0.7 miles)
Tenby Boat Trips (0.7 miles)
Tenby Museum and Art Gallery (0.7 miles)
Ritec Valley Quad Bikes (1.7 miles)
Tenby Water Sports (2.1 miles)
Caldey Island (2.1 miles)
The Spa at Celtic Haven (2.7 miles)
Heatherton World of Activities (2.8 miles)

Places to eat near Tenby South Beach

SandBar (300 yards)
The Mooring (350 yards)
The Lighthouse Kitchen (310 yards)
The stowaway coffee co. (300 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Dinbych-y-Pysgod (Tenby)

Location type: Town

OS Grid: SS128997

Coordinates: 51°39'54"N 4°42'24"W

Mapcode: GBR GF.82FS

What 3 Words: kilts.stint.wiped

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 7NP

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