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Anglesey

Beaumaris Seafront

There’s plenty to do here! Bring a net and go crabbing, play in the playground or take a dip in the...

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Llanddwyn Beach

Bring a picnic, your scooter or bike and bucket and spade and spend the day here.

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Newry Beach

Playground overlooks the harbour you can watch the boats come and go as you play.

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Aberffraw Beach

It’s a half-mile walk along the sandy river bank and when you get there, the beach is big and wide. Embraced...

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Trearddur Bay Beach

Playground situated opposite to the beach. This beach has a protected bathing area marked by buoys.

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Benllech Beach

Benllech has fine golden sand and clear blue waters that are exceptionally safe for bathing and paddling, with plenty of rock...

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Rhosneigr Beach

Rhosneigr is superb for walking on the beach, with rocky outcrops and dramatic sand dunes. Also nearby Llyn Maelog with its...

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Rhoscolyn Beach

This is a great family beach with its shallow sloping sands and abundance of rock pools.

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Moelfre

Visit the lifeboat station, the anglers’ cottages, the site of the rescue of the Hindlea crew, Porth Helaeth and the Royal...

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Conwy

West Shore Beach

This expanse of seafront has loads of things to do, explore the sandy and pebble beach or play in the small...

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Penmaenmawr Prom

This promenade has lots of cool features including a large skatepark, fixed play area and beach. It's a pebble and sandy...

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Rhos on Sea Beach

Lots to do here, bring a net and go crabbing, work out on the gym or dip your feet in the...

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Llanfairfechan Beach

Bring a picnic, some tennis racquets, your scooter or bike and bucket and spade and spend the day here. Remember your...

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Porth Eirias

Brilliant sandy beach that is always there, even when the tide comes in! Brand new play area as well and great...

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Pensarn Beach

The outdoor gym is really fun and the climbing wall and nets are a good challenge. The beach is a great...

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Denbighshire

Central Beach

Central Beach is a popular area for visitors situated by the beach offering two play areas with fixed play equipment,...

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Ffrith Beach and Festival Gardens

Ffrith Beach, Prestatyn, Denbighshire, North Wales is one of three sandy beaches along the Prestatyn coastline - Barkby Beach, Central Beach...

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Flintshire

Flint Coastal Path

Explore the Flint Coastal Path for a peaceful walk with stunning views of the coastline and nature!

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Park in the Past

Park in the Past, Hope - where history meets nature for a peaceful and scenic escape.

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Bailey Hill

Bailey Hill in Mold offers a fascinating blend of history, with ancient earthworks and stunning views of the town and countryside....

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Gwynedd

Barmouth

On the estuary of the River Mawddach, Barmouth beach is a traditional beach in many ways. A perfect place for families...

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Aberdaron

At the far end of the Llŷn Peninsula, Aberdaron beach is a mile long and is within an Area Of Outstanding...

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Pwllheli

Located to the south west of Pwllheli Harbour, there is a wide range of local services within easy reach of the...

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Dinas Dinlle

A beach that is popular with families with striking views across to the Llŷn Peninsula and to Anglesey.

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Tywyn

Spanning over 5 miles of primitive coastline from Tywyn to the north, Aberdovey harbour to the South, Tywyn boasts long sandy...

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Black Rock Sands

Morfa Bychan beach, locally referred to as Black Rocks Sands, is a sandy beach with rocky areas which ironically are not...

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Criccieth

Criccieth’s sandy and grained beach sits beneath the headland of a majestic 13th century castle. This headland provides shelter from westerly...

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Trefor

The beach itself is a mixture of sand and pebbles and is mostly shaded but there are winds from the north-east.Trefor...

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Morfa Nefyn

Morfa Nefyn beach is under the care of National Trust and is a fine sand beach with a sheltered bay and...

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Glan-y-Don, Morfa’r Garreg

A hidden treasure in Lleyn Peninsula, the beach faces south and is 3 miles of fine sand, stone and beautiful sand...

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Llanbedrog

Llanbedrog beach is under the care of the National Trust.You can expect extensive areas of golden sand giving way to shallow...

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Porthor (oer), Pwllheli

Porthor Beach (also known as Whistling Sands) is under the care of the National Trust and is an exceptionally beautiful beach...

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Penllech

This sandy beach extends for over a mile at low tide. At either end are rock pools while at the back...

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Towyn, Pwllheli

Towyn beach is a beautiful sandy beach on the northern coast of Llyn. A walking path leads down from the road...

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Benar Beach

Benar Beach, located next to the Morfa Dyffryn nature reserve, is a stunning and clean beach known for its extensive sandy...

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Llandanwg Beach

Llandanwg Beach sits between the towns of Barmouth and Harlech on the southern side of Tremadog Bay. It is also part...

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Harlech

Overlooking the vast, peaceful Harlech beach there is a symbol of past conflict in Harlech Castle, a world heritage site. There...

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Top tips

Playing Safely by Water

Water is one of nature’s best play things and all children should be able to experience playing in, with and around water. However it is important to keep in mind the dangers of water and stay safe.

  • Only play by or in water with an adult
  • Check weather and tide times before you go; even on a calm day the current can be strong
  • If you get into trouble, stick your hand in the air and shout for help
  • Read any safety signs at the beach or river to make yourself aware of specific local hazards
  • Never use inflatables in strong winds or rough seas
  • If you see someone else in trouble, tell a lifeguard. If you can’t see a lifeguard, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard but don’t attempt a rescue yourself
  • Find out about your chosen beach before you go at goodbeachguide.co.uk
  • Remember rivers also have strong currents so take care and only play in calm, shallow sections
  • Rocks and boulders by rivers are fun for playing but take care when they get slippery 

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Here, you can discover new ideas about where you can go and what you can do when playing outside, including some of the best beaches, parks, playgrounds, woods and nature reserves in North Wales.

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