Newgale Beach

Enormous! is the only way to describe this beach; it's almost 2 miles of sand backed by a huge pebble bank formed after a BIG storm in 1859.

Kitesurfing and surfing are popular on this beach and tuition is available.

Walk right down to the southern end to find a walk-through cave and numerous sheltered bays.

Cross the river, at the back of the pebble bank opposite the cafe at the north end to gain access to several low tide bays.

At very low tide it’s possible to walk round to Cwm Mawr beach but keep an eye on the tide times as you don't want to get cut off.

Dogs at Newgale

From 1 May to 30 September, dogs are not allowed on the middle section of the beach, between the two lifeguard flagpoles. Outside those dates, dogs are welcome on the whole beach.

In summer, dogs can still use the northern end of the beach, near Newgale Shop and the kitesurfing area, and the southern end towards the caravan park. Keep dogs on a lead on the pebble bank and in the car parks.

These are Pembrokeshire County Council byelaws. A council officer or the police can ask you to take your dog off the restricted area, and breaking the byelaws can lead to a fine of up to £500. Registered blind people are exempt.

Download the Newgale dog restriction map (PDF)

Parking

There are three car parks along the length of the beach. Two are pay & display.

Facilities

Toilets, lifeguards are on duty between the beginning of June to the end of September.

On shore facilities

There is a surf shop, café and pub at the northern end of the beach. Surfing and kitesurfing tuition and board hire is available from the shop. There is a large camp site at the northern end of the beach and a selection of B&Bs, guesthouses, self catering nearby. At the southern end there’s a cafe/beach shop, toilets and a static caravan park.