Pensarn Beach
Pensarn Beach
4.5
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PETER W
3 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Pensarn or the Pebbley beach as we have always called it love the place, drive onto the beach brilliant. My biggest fault of late are the toilets,they used to be free but the council have put a charge on entry scheme. You can pay by card or coin which is fine but the last 3 visits this month I have not been able to enter the gents as it won't take either. I had to ask a lady to hold the door on each occasion so I could use the loo,this problem really needs looking at it spoils the whole day out
Written May 27, 2023
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Caperat
Craven Arms, UK30 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We visited on a wet and windy day in March. We didn’t expect anything to be open and it wasn’t. We enjoyed a bracing walk along the beach, the highlight was spotting various groups of oyster catchers, feeding and flying. Superb birds. The lowlight was the litter that others have mentioned. Even off season it mars the area. There are so many better beaches in the area we won’t be bothering again.
Written April 7, 2023
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Rina H
Liverpool, UK5 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
We loved Pensarn Beach and had many pleasant walks along the beach and promenade. Lovely little cafe where we could purchase Welsh memorabilia and enjoy a delicious coffee. I would recommend this beach, especially in the warmer months of the year.
Written February 10, 2018
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bee1965
Telford, UK68 contributions
Apr 2013 • Friends
This is a brilliant beach for families and dog owners. The beach is divided during the summer months so that people who do not have dogs do not have to share the beach, there is a large dog beach too. The beach area is very clean and a mixture of large pebbles and sandy areas. There are lots of things to do around the beach area, amusements and bouncy castle, several kiosks and cafes too.
Written April 8, 2013
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David T
29 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
While on holiday in a house close to the beach we used the beach everyday, in the sunshine and in the rain and we loved it. The beach is a bit stoney but as the tide goes out there is more sand and shallow water which makes it prefect for a toddler. Also has free parking and was not busy. There are also local cafes, shops and amusements that are always fun
Written July 28, 2018
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Christhers2n71
Weedon Bec, UK13 contributions
Sep 2017
Brief part of our visit to Abergele & locality . Sand / shingle , extends some distance , quite wide at high water . Shallow for kids but watch for currents & winds . Few facilities off season , but more beaches / facilities east & west in locality.
Written February 24, 2018
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RuncornDave
runcorn40 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
I frequently call here at weekends and during any holiday time spent in north wales. It has a most relaxing atmosphere , where you can sit back and soak up the north welsh coast line . I enjoy the cafe bars and all that's on offer including a read of the newspaper and basically to chill out . There is lots on offer to do here , walking with or without your dog, going on a bike ride, or simply enjoying the mountain scenery with Llandudno on the back drop. Me personally i just like to unwind and sometimes see the sunset.
Written January 18, 2018
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GeorgeGreen
North Wales, UK50 contributions
Oct 2017
Pensarn Beach is just brilliant, because, whatever the weather, you can drive onto the shingle and enjoy the sea views from the warmth of your car - and all this for free!
The local council has created an attractive area, with an outdoor mini-gym and landscaping, and this adds greatly to its appeal, when coupled with the places to eat - and for the children to enjoy the amusements and the Mini-Golf course. Pensarn Beach is truly a little gem on the North Wales Coast.
The local council has created an attractive area, with an outdoor mini-gym and landscaping, and this adds greatly to its appeal, when coupled with the places to eat - and for the children to enjoy the amusements and the Mini-Golf course. Pensarn Beach is truly a little gem on the North Wales Coast.
Written December 7, 2017
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Joanne
Stoke-on-Trent, UK429 contributions
Sep 2017 • Friends
Been coming to this beach for many years, very clean and tidy..
Lots and lots of pebbles..
Stunning views..
Free parking..
Toilets..
Cafes..
Arcades..
Lots and lots of pebbles..
Stunning views..
Free parking..
Toilets..
Cafes..
Arcades..
Written September 14, 2017
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Chris O
21 contributions
Jul 2014
Free parking on the shingle beach and a free car park with toilet!
2 cafes, ammusments for the kids, ice cream and chips,Bingo for mum. A sea view and if you are lucky a seal or visiting rare bird to watch.
At low tide its golden sands are just the job with good swimming,a view of the little Orm to the left and Rhyl to the right. If you are still around at dusk you could be in for a sun set that will make you know what a wonderful world this is!
2 cafes, ammusments for the kids, ice cream and chips,Bingo for mum. A sea view and if you are lucky a seal or visiting rare bird to watch.
At low tide its golden sands are just the job with good swimming,a view of the little Orm to the left and Rhyl to the right. If you are still around at dusk you could be in for a sun set that will make you know what a wonderful world this is!
Written July 7, 2014
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melaniehirst11
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Is this beach wheelchair accessible
Written July 9, 2018
Yes, shallow ramp from parking area, then sand/shingle .
Written July 11, 2018
Are dogs allowed on the beach
Written June 7, 2018
Parking on the beach is ok during the day. It would seem to be possible at night , tho' I'ld check with localauthority/Police (any history of vandalism?) You may want to consider possible wave/pebble damage in poor weather conditions.
Written May 11, 2018
We were there in winter , so we're unaware of Lifeguard arrangements in season . A good swimmer should be o.k.close inshore in calm water - but I'm no expert.
Written April 9, 2018
Is this beach got a blue flag and is it safe for children to swim
Written August 23, 2017
It was but you can check current status on the blue flag site. It has large sandy areas and we found it safe for children to play and swim from those areas. The water next to the beach has a lot of stones so it can be uncomfortable to swim there though. Once the tide is out then swimming from the sand area is better. You need to keep an eye on the tide though as when it comes back in the water comes from behind you as well as in front in the latter stages so you can get cut off.
Written August 24, 2017
is it possible can you drive onto pensan beach as have seen pics of cars on there
Written June 16, 2017
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