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Photo of Porthcawl beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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7.3

Good

Porthcawl beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porthcawl beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Porthcawl beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jolly Sailor is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Porthcawl beach?

There are 107 places to stay in the Porthcawl beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Porthcawl beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2415241&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Olivia House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2879557&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mary House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1015784&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bayside Guest House</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6194390&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Old Newton Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6036307&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Chart House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1830798&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Dairy Cottage</a></li></ul>

Newton, United Kingdom

#35 out of 119 in Wales

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Porthcawl • 2 km

Map of beach

Bar Jolly Sailor

9.2 - Excellent 620m

Restaurant Mansel's Chippy

9 - Excellent 760m

Bar The Globe Inn

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Beale's Park Fish Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 870m

Cafe Coffi Co

7.6 - Very good 960m

Restaurant Bar & Kitchen Co

8.8 - Excellent 970m

Bar Blue Water Club

8.4 - Very good 1km

Bar Saltwater Inn

9 - Excellent 1km

Meal Takeaway Domino's Pizza - Porthcawl

7.2 - Good 1km

Hiking Area Vantage Point

830m

Hiking Area The Bunny Run

1km

Park Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve

1km

Park The Wilderness (Ger-Y-Llyn Pond)

1.1km

Park The Wilderness Lake Porthcawl

1.2km

Park Nottage village green

1.7km

Park Kenfig National Nature Reserve

5.1km

Park Kenfig Pool - South Hide

5.5km

Park Traeth Mawr

6.3km

Playground lle chwarae / playground

470m

Supermarket Aldi

850m

Convenience Store Premier

1km

Discount Store Poundland

1.1km

Store Crafts By The Sea

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Robinson Crusoe shack

10 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Porthcawl Lighthouse

9.4 - Excellent 870m

Tourist Attraction Porthcawl Museum

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction The Stepping Stones

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ogmore Castle

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ogmore by the sea

10 - Exceptional 2km

Tourist Attraction Slade Garden & Farm Tours

9 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Happy Bench - Wick Road - St Bridges Major

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Dunraven Castle

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Performing Arts Theater Grand Pavilion

9 - Excellent 1.2km

Historical Landmark Candleston Castle

1.2km

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About

Porthcawl beach is located on the Bristol channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 4th place out of 4 beaches in the Bridgend region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Porthcawl beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trecco Bay Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Porthcawl beach is located in Bridgend within Porthcawl, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

9.4 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Porthcawl • 2 km

Map of beach

Bar Jolly Sailor

9.2 - Excellent 620m

Restaurant Mansel's Chippy

9 - Excellent 760m

Bar The Globe Inn

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Beale's Park Fish Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 870m

Cafe Coffi Co

7.6 - Very good 960m

Restaurant Bar & Kitchen Co

8.8 - Excellent 970m

Bar Blue Water Club

8.4 - Very good 1km

Bar Saltwater Inn

9 - Excellent 1km

Meal Takeaway Domino's Pizza - Porthcawl

7.2 - Good 1km

Hiking Area Vantage Point

830m

Hiking Area The Bunny Run

1km

Park Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve

1km

Park The Wilderness (Ger-Y-Llyn Pond)

1.1km

Park The Wilderness Lake Porthcawl

1.2km

Park Nottage village green

1.7km

Park Kenfig National Nature Reserve

5.1km

Park Kenfig Pool - South Hide

5.5km

Park Traeth Mawr

6.3km

Playground lle chwarae / playground

470m

Supermarket Aldi

850m

Convenience Store Premier

1km

Discount Store Poundland

1.1km

Store Crafts By The Sea

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Robinson Crusoe shack

10 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Porthcawl Lighthouse

9.4 - Excellent 870m

Tourist Attraction Porthcawl Museum

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction The Stepping Stones

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ogmore Castle

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ogmore by the sea

10 - Exceptional 2km

Tourist Attraction Slade Garden & Farm Tours

9 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Happy Bench - Wick Road - St Bridges Major

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Dunraven Castle

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Performing Arts Theater Grand Pavilion

9 - Excellent 1.2km

Historical Landmark Candleston Castle

1.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

640m from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Honeysuckle

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

Porthcawl • 1.5km from center

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650m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Caravan by the sea Trecco Bay

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

Porthcawl • 1.6km from center

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2.2km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Ger y Mor

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Porthcawl • 330m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

What to do in Porthcawl beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Porthcawl beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Porthcawl beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Porthcawl beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

Popular beach 100m 2 min walk

Newton Beach Newton Beach

7.2 Good

1.4km 18 min walk

Trecco Bay Beach Trecco Bay Beach

7.8 Very good

Popular beach 2.8km

Ogmore Beach Ogmore Beach

7.7 Very good

6km

Southerndown beach Southerndown beach

6.7 Good

Popular beach 7.2km

Sker Beach Sker Beach

8 Very good

Popular beach 9.6km

Monknash Beach Monknash Beach

6.9 Good

14.2km

Llantwit major beach Llantwit major beach

6.3 Pleasant

18.8km

Aberavon beach Aberavon beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Porthcawl • 2km

Transport

Airport

CWL • 24.8km

Bus Station

Forge • 2.1km

Train Station

Wildmill • 8.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

Talina Winstock

4 Frustrating

I believe it was simply an unfortunate day when I visited, but it truly encapsulated the essence of a typical UK beach experience, resembling the initial episode of a series of unfortunate events. The weather was foggy and damp, making it difficult to see the beach, but it still held a certain charm and intrigue. However, it definitely didn't give off the vibes of summertime. On a positive note, there were plenty of ice cream trucks and snack stands to choose from, so it's a must to try at least one ice cream truck for the full experience.

October 2023

Ellis Grant

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely amazing, but it's unfortunate that the council carpark offers no amenities and still demands a hefty fee for parking on our own property. However, it's a perfect spot for dog owners and leisurely walks. Getting there is quite convenient, and it's an excellent place for swimming.

October 2023

Sullivan Whitfield (Sully)

10 Exceptional

This beach in Porthcawl is probably the best one they have, mainly because of its large size and stunning bay views. Out of all the beaches I've been to, this is the one I've spent the most time at. It provides a more peaceful and enjoyable experience, with clearer waters compared to Sandy Bay.

October 2023

Samuel Crestwood

8 Very good

There is a beach near Porthcawl that offers a payable car park right next to it, where you can pay using the machine upon parking. The surface of the car park is quite uneven. The main access point to the beach is located near the entrance of the car park and has a ramp that leads down to the beach. When the tide is not high, the beach has a significant amount of hard sand, but there is also a small area with soft sand near the bottom of the slope. Dogs are permitted on this beach.

October 2023

Mara Garcia

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely lovely for taking a stroll with your furry friends, as it is a wonderfully dog-friendly beach with a peaceful atmosphere. Occasionally during the summer, you may have the incredible opportunity to witness the mesmerizing bioluminescent plankton on those dark nights.

October 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Porthcawl beach?

The coastline of Porthcawl beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Porthcawl beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porthcawl beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Porthcawl beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Porthcawl beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Porthcawl beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Porthcawl beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Porthcawl beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Porthcawl beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Porthcawl beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Porthcawl beach?

Porthcawl beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans / tent)
Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porthcawl beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Porthcawl beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jolly Sailor is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Porthcawl beach?

There are 107 places to stay in the Porthcawl beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Porthcawl beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Porthcawl beach from parking?

The Porthcawl beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Porthcawl beach?

There are 4 attractions near Porthcawl beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Porthcawl Lighthouse located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Porthcawl beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Porthcawl beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Porthcawl beach (Bridgend) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Porthcawl beach (Bridgend) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.