Things to do in Wales, Wales: The Best Outdoor Activities

August 4, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

Discover the best top things to do in Wales, United Kingdom including Rhossili Bay, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Mwnt Beach, Harlech Beach, Watkin Path, Tenby North Beach, The British Bird of Prey Centre, Oxwich Bay, Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth), Newgale Campsite.
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1. Rhossili Bay

Rhossili SA3 1PR Wales [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/rhossili-and-south-gower-coast
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,866 reviews

Rhossili Bay

Rhossili Bay lies at the western end of the beautiful Gower peninsula. 3 miles of golden sands, iconic landscapes including Worms Head and Rhossili Down and history everywhere- from neolithic through to the more recent, including home to Edgar Evans. Its a walker's dream with routes in all directions, including the Welsh coastal path. The beach is dog friendly all year round and the whole area is beautiful whatever the weather. Today, the National Trust cares for 2 of the 3 miles of the beach, Rhossili Down, and most of the coastline between Rhossili and Port Eynon. (26 miles of Gower coastline in total). The landscape is free. The village of Rhossili also contains other private businesses. The car park is free to NT members during the day. Non members are currently charged £5 per day (car). There is no overnight parking/camping. All profits from the car park go towards keeping the area beautiful. Please note that the toilets are owned and operated by Swansea Council.

Reviewed By susandH8005FC - Leigh-on Sea, United Kingdom

Definitely worth a visit, whatever the weather. There is good car parking at the top of the bay run by the National Trust (£2.50 for up to 2 1/2 hours, £5.00 for over, or free if you’re a member). Bit of a walk down to the beach, but a good path - not really suitable for buggies and def not wheelchairs). The beach itself is just magnificent - golden sand, super clean, stunning and a huge crescent shape. You can also walk out to the Worms Head - do one or the other, you can’t really do both on the same day. The cafes and eateries are all up by the car park, there’s nothing down on the beach. The Bay View Bar and Restaurant is highly recommended - fantastic views, 5 star food, homemade cake to die for and lovely staff, it’s a bit hidden away, on the right just before the entrance to the car park, it definitely worth a visit.

2. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Llanion Park Pembroke Dock, SA72 6DY Wales +44 1646 624800 [email protected] http://www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales
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5.0 based on 187 reviews

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Reviewed By DaveThomasLeicester

One of the most stunning parts of Wales with outstanding coastal walks - all well signed and marked.

3. Mwnt Beach

Cardigan Wales http://www.discoverceredigion.co.uk/English/where/Coast/beaches/Pages/mwnt.aspx
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5.0 based on 914 reviews

Mwnt Beach

Reviewed By sarahmI7997WI - Bristol, United Kingdom

National Trust car park at site. Beautiful church. Lovely views from the hill climb, which isn’t actually that bad to climb!!! Quite a few steps down to the beach. If coming in rain, the footpath and steps do flood so wear wellies!!! Small cafe and shop half way down to beach with friendly staff. Beautiful sandy cove. Don’t sit near the back due to erosion. Recommended.

4. Harlech Beach

Snowdonia National Park, Harlech LL46 2UG Wales
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5.0 based on 592 reviews

Harlech Beach

Reviewed By JSHD2016 - Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

This beach is stunning and the water is quite warm in patches in the summer months. Definitely go and definitley take your golf clubs too because there is a golf course within stones throw of the beach along with camping and the steepest street in the world (according to Guiness World Book of records) just down the road plus castle. Enjoy

5. Watkin Path

Snowdonia National Park Wales http://www.eryri-npa.gov.uk/visiting/walking/mountain-walks/watkin-path
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Watkin Path

Reviewed By furnesscumbria

Beautiful walk from small car park with family and dog well worth a visit to swim and jump into the pools. Luckily we had gorgeous weather but I’m sure it’s well worth the walk at anytime dramatic picturesque place. No toilets but beautiful picnic Place

6. Tenby North Beach

Tenby Wales
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5.0 based on 143 reviews

Tenby North Beach

Reviewed By SolotravlerAlone - Sudbury, United Kingdom

I would recommend anyone to visit Tenby beach. Facilities are reasonable but showers or loos would make the experience a pure peasure

7. The British Bird of Prey Centre

The National Botanic Garden of Wales, Middleton Hall, Carmarthen SA32 8HN Wales +44 7444 177818 [email protected] http://www.britishbirdofpreycentre.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 311 reviews

The British Bird of Prey Centre

The British Bird of Prey Centre houses 20 native & migrant British species. We offer 3 flying displays daily at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm including 17 different British species. Our aim is conservation through education & public engagement. You can take part in private and group flying experiences available daily.

Reviewed By O2825IIsuer

I had an owl flying experience today which was excellent Cody our falconer was amazing and very knowledgable as was the manager and all the staff that we met. I would recommend this experience to anyone. The scheduled displays were also amazing Thank you Susan Roden

8. Oxwich Bay

Swansea SA3 2EH Wales
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,045 reviews

Oxwich Bay

Reviewed By Parky52 - England, United Kingdom

Lovely spot with close to beach parking, snacks, full restaurant, lots and plenty of play space, walking along the beach you can do a great return route via the nature reserve and the dunes. Splendid!

9. Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth)

Llyn Peninsula, Abersoch LL53 7LG Wales
Excellent
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth)

Reviewed By Johnfrisbee - Christchurch, United Kingdom

Wow, such a long, wide and wild-if-windy beach. Perfect for a gentle stroll, or blowing off the cobwebs, depending on the weather. You get a real sense of isolation here, with not that many fellow walkers, (midweek/October). It's well signposted on the local road, with a small car park. Then around 5mins walk along a sandy path through the dunes... And then - the view! We enjoyed reading the various signs, learning a little of the beach's history and wildlife. (The more signs and info the better methinks. History and wildlife very important, as well as giving areas like these context.) We loved it here, spending a very happy hour, walking part of this huge beach. Oh that we had more time to cover it all...no matter, we'll return someday.

10. Newgale Campsite

Excellent
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4.5 based on 106 reviews

Newgale Campsite

Newgale Campsite was established in 1935 and since then has been welcoming generations of guests to this picturesque spot. In 2018 Mike & Clare Harris became proud owners. Clare and Mike have focused on investing in facilities to add comfort to the guest experience whilst retaining the charm of a coastal campsite. You’re guaranteed of a warm welcome from both owners and staff who give a reassuring on site presence.

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