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Three Cliffs Bay Beach

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

United Kingdom, Wales, Southgate 

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Three Cliffs Bay Beach

United Kingdom, Wales, Southgate 

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Located on the southwestern tip of the Gower Peninsula in South West Wales, Three Cliffs Bay - also known as Three Cliffs and Three Cliffs Bay Beach - has a long and wide beige sand beach with many rocky portions.  This beach has won numerous awards and has been recognized as one of the most photographed areas of Gower Peninsula several times over the years.  The beach is tucked between Pobbles Bay to the east and Tor Bay to the west and has an amazing background of the three iconic 20-meter-high limestone cliffs that jut out into the bay, rocky buffs, salt marsh, protected dunes, and coastal vegetation along the shores of Oxwich Bay.  In addition, a large stream named Pennard Pill flows into the bay from the middle of the beach, which together provides Instagram-worthy views of the Bristol Channel, especially during sunset.  The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag certification due to its cleanliness and water quality standards.  In addition, the beach is a favorite of Randall Kaplan, the world’s foremost beach expert who is known as Mr. Beach.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within a six-minute drive of Three Cliffs Bay.  Gower Inn serves eggs, omelets, French toasts, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, beef, meat, and poultry dishes.  In addition, it also serves vegan and vegetarian food.  Beach House Restaurant is an upscale and award-winning restaurant that serves incredible dishes by the famous chef Hywel Griffith.  Langland's Brasserie serves amazing, pre-designed two-course meals and three-course meals.  The Smugglers Beach Bar & Kitchen serves soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.   If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, Eddy's Restaurant is another bayfront restaurant that serves delicious salads, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, meat, pork, beef, poultry, and vegan dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near Three Cliffs Bay, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star The Music Fable Hotel is 22 minutes away by car and offers a few amenities, including a garden, complimentary breakfast, and free wifi.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Kings Head Inn, which offers a few amenities including a restaurant, a pub, and complimentary breakfast.  Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea, which offers a few amenities including two restaurants.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Norton House, which has many amenities including a fitness center, a barbecue grill area, a restaurant, and complimentary breakfast.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star The Grand Hotel has many amenities, including a restaurant, a sports bar, and a barbecue grill facility.

Three Cliffs Bay does not have lifeguards or any other amenities, except restrooms, so plan your trip accordingly.

Three Cliffs Bay offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, rock pooling, rock climbing, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, paddleboarding, bodyboarding, building castles, watching wildlife, walking, running, and hiking.  If you are planning to go into the water, it has a safe swimming area, but we recommend being careful, as the water is known to have unpredictable rip currents.  It is a perfect spot for windsurfing due to its frequently windy weather.   Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach attracts a large influx of visitors during the summer season.  Dogs are allowed here if they are on a leash, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Three Cliffs Bay does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Three Cliffs Bay is easy - the beach has a large paid parking lot located at Southgate SA3 2HD.  After parking, visitors must hike down a rugged path for around 10 minutes to access the beach.

Three Cliffs Bay has been the filming location for several music videos, advertisements, and sitcoms.  The beach has been declared Britain's best beach by the BBC Holidays and was also nominated for "Britain's Best View" recently.

There are many attractions near Three Cliffs Bay.  Pennard Castle is a ruined medieval castle located on the Gower Peninsula that offers interesting insight into the history of the region and provides Instagram-worthy views of Three Cliffs Bay and the Bristol Channel.  Parc Singleton Park is a large dog-friendly park that has many botanical gardens, a pond, a lake with boating facilities, a pub, a kid’s playground with swing sets, restrooms, picnic areas, picnic tables, paved paths, biking paths, benches, and a mini golf course.  Swansea Museum has a gallery that displays interesting exhibits on maritime history, Industrial Revolution, transportation, archeological discoveries, and the social and cultural history of the Swansea region through artifacts, photographs, books, and related memorabilia.  The museum also displays an Egyptian mummy and amulet that were gifted to it in 1888.  In addition, the museum hosts many interesting events, educational programs, workshops, and guided tours throughout the year. Clyne Gardens is home to many rhododendrons, azaleas, pieris, enkianthus, and other rare species.  This dog-friendly garden offers many amenities, including themed gardens, a gazebo, a Japanese bridge, an Italian bridge, a chapel, picnic areas, picnic tables, a waterfall, a cottage, a watch tower, and the Clyne Castle.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, Rhossili Sunflowers are the iconic sunflower fields spread over eight acres overlooking the Rhossili Bay, where visitors can explore more than ten varieties of sunflowers, nature trails, sunflower arches, two giant swings, and buy flowers.

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  • Boat Ramp

  • Dogs

  • Entry Fee

  • Fire Pits

  • Hidden

  • Lifeguard

  • Marine Life

  • Pier

  • Playground

  • Restrooms

  • Shops

  • Showers

  • WiFi

  • Picnic Table

  • Activities

  • Bike Paths

  • Camping

  • Clubs Party Scene

  • Icon for Beach AmenitiesFishing

  • Hiking

  • Nude

  • Paddle boarding

  • Scuba Diving

  • Snorkeling

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  • Tours

  • Volleyball

  • Cave

  • Rentals

  • ATV

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  • Boat

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  • Jet Skiing

  • Kayaking Canoeing

  • Chair Rentals

  • Sailing

  • Speed Boats

  • Umbrella Rental

  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

  • Yachts

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  • Local Beach Vendor

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  • Restaurants

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  • Bike Racks

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    Does Three Cliffs Bay Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Three Cliffs Bay Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Three Cliffs Bay Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Three Cliffs Bay Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Three Cliffs Bay Beach have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Three Cliffs Bay Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Three Cliffs Bay Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Three Cliffs Bay Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Surfing.

    Does Three Cliffs Bay Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Three Cliffs Bay Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Three Cliffs Bay Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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