Rhossili bay Beach — Attraction in Wales

Outstanding area of natural beauty possibly the best in S. Wales.

A stunning 3 mile sandy beach set against a raw backdrop of the steep cliffs.

The walk down is steep, slippery when wet, contains steps and is rough in places. A mild workout if you're fit but there are benches on the way for the rest of us.

The beach itself is dog friendly and good for finding shells. Watch out for jelly fish both in the water and on the beach.

The Wreck of the Helvetia towards the south end is worth a few minutes of reflection and presents a good photo opportunity.

Above the beach is broad, level walk (just under a mile) past the National Trust shop to the old Coast Guard Station.

There's not a bad time to walk here; every season has its attractions. Being west facing the sunsets can be stunning.

In Summer months it gets busy but there's still usually plenty of space on the beach.

As at Sept., '22, parking is either in the National Trust car park @ £6. Payment is either via machines that accepts coins (no change) or PayByPhone app (if you can get a signal: we couldn't on O2), or if you go further back down the road, the St Mary's church car park (£5 cash in honesty box).

For a space in season, arrive early; before 1000...

Rhossili Bay Beach stands as a crown jewel among UK's coastal treasures, offering one of the most breathtaking sunset views I've ever experienced. This pristine three-mile stretch of golden sand is immaculately maintained, earning its reputation as a supermodel of British beaches. The dramatic coastline, framed by the iconic Worm's Head peninsula, creates a perfect natural amphitheater for watching the sun paint the sky in spectacular shades of orange and pink. The beach's cleanliness is remarkable - not a piece of litter in sight, showcasing both excellent maintenance and visitors' respect for this natural wonder. Whether you're a photographer chasing the perfect sunset shot, a walker enjoying the coastal path, or simply someone seeking nature's beauty, Rhossili Bay delivers an unforgettable experience. The vast expanse of sand means you'll never feel crowded, even during peak times. As one of the best beaches in Wales, it's absolutely worth the journey. I'm already planning my next visit to this coastal paradise. A must-visit destination that truly deserves its reputation as one of Britain's...

My favourite UK beach yet, and a must-see!

My question to yee, beach searchers of the dingey UK coasts, why don't you come here?

Unfortunately, we only got to see this beautiful beach during thick clouds, fogs and showers, yet its the most I've enjoyed a beach. The sand is soft and fine and the water is clear as glass as it laps the shore. And there's so much to enjoy! This beach is actually so wide that it almost looks straight either way when you're standing on it and we could have easily found empty areas to be alone if we had so desired.

Honestly, I love this beach, and I think many others will too. The waves are huge and majestic and the sand is fine, littered with large and smooth rocks which are beautiful and easy to tread around more toward the sand dunes.

It's one of the only beaches I have seen here not surrounded by tourism. There is no horrible great pier, there is no city or huge town, just some settlements, small towns and green hills. Sadly, a very...