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Beach Overview
Although it is a stretch to call this a ‘beach’, it is one of the prettiest places in the county and so had to be included!
The beach is a small corner that is enveloped by the harbour wall. As this is a place predominantly for fishing, sailing, rock climbing and the like, it is not a place for bathing, swimming or any of the beach like activities you can find elsewhere.
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The harbour was originally built in the 12th century for St David’s use. It was, in its hey day, a very busy, bustling port. Ships would come to and from this small harbour. It is said, however, that the old harbour walls are of Roman origin. Either way, this is a small, but majestically atmospheric place.
Today, it’s a popular for a range of water sports within its crystal clear and sheltered waters. The Coast Path comes into its own here criss crossing the harbour, allowing any walkers to see the coast and harbour from many different and picturesque angles. Rock climbing is popular here too.
Parking can be found behind the inlet in the National Trust car park. Free to members.
Access is via the Coast Path and up and down various steps, so the ‘beach’ itself is not easily accessible but the area round is relatively level.
There is a National Trust refreshment hut in the car park.
Photos of Porthclais Harbour
