1. North Wales
  2. Gwynedd
  3. Harlech

Attraction Information

Harlech Beach, nestled along the picturesque coast of North Wales, is a beautiful beach boasting fantastic views and offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Situated in the charming town of Harlech. We think this sandy paradise that stretches for miles, provided visitors with ample space to relax, unwind, and soak up the sun. Best of all, did you know that Harlech Beach is one of the cleanest beaches in Snowdonia?

Things to do at Harlech Beach

At Harlech Beach the golden sand stretches around four miles long and provide plenty of space for walking, beach combing, kite surfing and bathing. All activities that make a lovely beach experience for families. However, it is important to note there is no lifeguard cover and although swimming at Harlech is generally safe it can have strong currents.

See the sand dunes

This sandy beach is backed by a sand dunes system that have been accreting so radically that it' unbelievable that Harlech Castle, almost a mile inland, was actually built right by the sea. 

Wildlife 

On the northern side of the beach is the Morfa Harlech Nature Reserve, a haven for rare plant species and birdlife. On the southern end lies Shell Island where more than 200 different types of shell have been found. Leatherback turtles are occasionally seen offshore hunting the jellyfish which are abundant in the bay, so do be careful of those when swimming.

Why we recommend Harlech Beach

* Long beach with plenty of space for families

* Scenic views

* Near good facilities such as car parking, shop and cafe

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Sand Dunes

The beautiful sand dunes are a prized feature of this soft sand beach. They are the reason why it is a Natural Nature Reserve and named area of Special Scientific Interest.

Good facilities nearby

Harlech Beach is located near to a car park, shop and cafe.

Near local attractions

Harlech Beach is close to Harlech Castle and the famous Royal St. David's Golf Club

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Facilities

  • TOILETS iconToilets
  • DOG_FRIENDLY iconDog Friendly
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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday, Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday, Open 24 hours
  • Thursday, Open 24 hours
  • Friday, Open 24 hours
  • Saturday, Open 24 hours
  • Sunday, Open 24 hours

Year round access

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Pricing & Tickets

Free admission

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to Harlech Beach by visiting our attraction tickets section.

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Plan Your Visit

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Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 3 - 4 hours

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Food & Drink Options

Cafe and shop located nearby.

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FAQs

No, there is no parking.

The nearest car park to Harlech Beach is only 440m away. This is via a path from the nearby car park close to the railway line crossing. The postcode is an approximate so please do plan your car journey independently.

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Contact Details

Gwynedd
Harlech
Gwynedd
LL46 2UG
Wales

Tel: 01766 780658

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Additional Information

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