Measuring almost 3 kilometres in length and facing out into the Atlantic, the beach is sandy with a steep pebble bank above the high tide mark, with South Wales lower coal measures (shale) cliffs at either end. The land surrounding the beach is predominantly agricultural, with the Newgale Campsite situated immediately behind on the opposite side of the road. The coastal waters and coastal belt is designated as the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation, confirming the high conservation status of the area. The beach also lies within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The water quality sample point is located to the centre of the beach.
Water quality is classified as "Excellent" based on samples taken from the previous 4 years, 2021 through to 2024.
For tide times and marine weather for this beach, check out the UK & Ireland beaches app:
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