If you live in South Wales there’s just no need to go abroad — the Jurassic coastline is absolutely stunning and this beach is a real find. To get to the beach itself you have to follow a gorgeous tree-lined windy path along a small ravine and stream, look out for the old mill on your right as you descend. The beach itself is mostly stony, fully of gray pebbles that look like dinosaur eggs, to your left there’s a small mossy waterfall and cliffs that stretch up and up forever. Beware! The rocks that form the cliff look like a huge library of books, but watch you don’t stand too close as they do tumble every now and then. Tip: Not a walk for the wobbly, the very young or very old, this is a walk for the light of spirit, adventurer and the bold.
Rebecca B.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Bristol, United Kingdom
This is a great beach to visit on a sunny afternoon, with a great pub nearby for post-walk refreshments(more on that later!). The beach itself is in an area known for having the second highest tidal range in the world. Beacuse there’s a bit of a walk to the beach, and it doesn’t have any facilities, it tends to get less crowded than many others on this popular stretch of coastline, but it’s well worth the effort. The walk itself is lovely, along a path through the woods, and when you emerge on the beach you have a wonderful view of the cliffs and their striped layers of rock. When you’re in need of some food and drink you can head up to the local pub, the very well-respected Plough and Harrow, where you can sup a pint of fine ale and enjoy great food, a friendly atmosphere and country views.
Tanya P.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Cardiff, United Kingdom
This is a wonderful beach to spend the afternoon. The best thing about this beach is the walk down to it. A beautiful short walk down a hedged road full of honeysuckle brings you to a public footpath to the beach. You pass through peaceful woodland, a stream below you through the trees, and even a ruin of an old building in the dappled valley. Soon you climb out onto the beach and it’s a lovely sight, of course. This is a great place to walk dogs and/or children. Bring a picnic and enjoy a day soaking up the sun. It’s a whole lot less busy than some of the other beaches in the area, but it also doesn’t have any of the facilities that other have to offer. The nearest toilets and watering hole are in the nearby pub, The Plough and Harrow, which is a great place for a seaside drink. There is usually a local field open for parking, donations politely requested. This beach is not wheelchair accessible, unfortunately.
