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West Angle Beach

(West Angle Bay)

Pembrokeshire, Wales


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West Angle Beach is a small, sheltered, and popular beach located just outside Milfordhaven in Pembrokeshire, Wales. .

West Angle Bay Beach is a small stretch of sand, measuring approximately 250 metres in length, with limestone rocks on either side. The beach is situated within Milford Haven Waterway, just west of its larger neighbour, Angle Bay. The surrounding land is predominantly agricultural, with an oil refinery located 4 kilometres east of the bay.

The coastal waters of West Angle Beach form part of the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation, confirming the high conservation status of the area. The bathing water also lies within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

The beach is popular for swimming, walking, and rockpooling. Visitors can also enjoy watching ships pass by the bay, including the Irish ferry and tankers travelling to Milford Haven. The nearby village of Angle offers local amenities, and is within walking distance of the beach. Parking is available close to the beach, as well as a cafe serving food and drink.

West Angle Bay was the scene of a shipwreck in 1808, when the HMS Leda ran aground. There are no dog restrictions on the beach, making it a great destination for families and pet owners alike.

West Angle 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 96%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 22mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 34%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 23mph

The tide at West Angle Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:12 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:19 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near West Angle Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Chapel Bay Fort & Museum (0.5 miles)
Freshwater West (3 miles)
Phoenix Bowl Milford Haven (3.3 miles)
Milford Haven Heritage & Maritime Museum (3.4 miles)
Torch Theatre (3.5 miles)
Awesome Fishing (4.8 miles)

Places to eat near West Angle Beach

Wavecrest Cafe (240 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Angle

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SM853031

Coordinates: 51°41'8"N 5°6'25"W

Mapcode: GBR G4.HYLH

What 3 Words: always.shuffles.wisely

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: Angle

Nearest postcode: SA71 5BE

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