Freshwater West Beach

The beach is approximately 1 km across, facing west out to the Atlantic Ocean and lies in front of sand dunes and marsh land. This beach picks up the strongest Atlantic swells and as a consequence is extremely popular with surfers. Castlemartin Corse drains land to the east and is the dominant freshwater influence to the bathing water. The bathing water lies within the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation and the surrounding area forms part of the Limestone Coast of South West Wales and Castlemartin Corse Sites of Special Scientific Interest. The bathing water is also located within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, further highlighting the environmental value of the area.

Beach type: sand

Nearest town: Pembroke

Local authority: Pembrokeshire Council

OS Grid Reference: SR882996

Awards

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Things to see and do near Freshwater West Beach

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Weather and Tides

Forecast for Friday 28 July

06:00

Chance of rain	46%
Max temp.	16°C
(feels like	12°C)
Wind 6mph, gusting to 8mph.	WSW
Pressure	1006
Humidity	82%
UV Index
Air Quality

09:00

Chance of rain	41%
Max temp.	16°C
(feels like	12°C)
Wind 6mph, gusting to 8mph.	SW
Pressure	1006
Humidity	86%
UV Index
Air Quality

12:00

Chance of rain	15%
Max temp.	17°C
(feels like	13°C)
Wind 6mph, gusting to 8mph.	SW
Pressure	1006
Humidity	87%
UV Index
Air Quality

15:00

Chance of rain	65%
Max temp.	17°C
(feels like	12°C)
Wind 7mph, gusting to 10mph.	SSW
Pressure	1005
Humidity	92%
UV Index
Air Quality

18:00

Chance of rain	78%
Max temp.	17°C
(feels like	12°C)
Wind 7mph, gusting to 11mph.	SW
Pressure	1003
Humidity	97%
UV Index
Air Quality

21:00

Chance of rain	27%
Max temp.	16°C
(feels like	13°C)
Wind 5mph, gusting to 8mph.	W
Pressure	1005
Humidity	90%
UV Index	n/a
Air Quality

Important! Tide times are for the nearest measurement point and may not be accurate for this location. You should not rely on these times for anything other than a broad indication of when the tide will be at its highest or lowest.

In particular, these tide times are not suitable for navigational use. Accurate tide forecasts require complex calculations and detailed local information. If you intend to engage in any activity for which tidal information is important for safety reasons (including sailing, powerboating, diving, and surfing) then you should obtain professional data.

Five Day Weather and Tides

Accomodation near Freshwater West Beach

Hotels, guest houses and B&Bs

• Angle Bay Bed & Breakfast

  Angle Bay Bed & Breakfast is located in Angle Village. Free WiFi access is available. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy sea view from the room. Details...

• Lord Nelson

  
  Situated in historical Milford Haven, The Lord Nelson features a popular bar and traditional restaurant. Set in a grand period property, Milford Haven Railway Station is a 5-minute walk away. Details...

• Lakeland Guest House

  Around 10 minutes’ walk from Pembroke Dock Ferry Terminal, Lakeland Guest House looks out over the Pembrokeshire hills towards the River Cleddau. Details...

• Fields Lodge Bed & Breakfast

  
  Offering high-quality accommodation on the Pembrokeshire coast, Fields Lodge Bed & Breakfast is in the picturesque village of Herbrandston, just 5 minutes’ drive from Milford Haven. Luxurious rooms have free Wi-Fi and free parking. Details...

• Pembroke Dock B&B - Southgate.

  With fantastic views over the Pembroke estuary and meadows, Southgate Bed and Breakfast features bright, spacious suites with private bathrooms. Guests can make use of free private parking. Details...

• Albion House

  
  Boasting free Wi-Fi access, Albion House is situated just under 3 miles away from the beautiful town of Pembroke. A 5-minute drive from Pembroke Castle, the centre of Pembroke Dock is also just 6-minute walk away. Details...

Self-catering

• 1 Mirehouse Place

  With two bedrooms, this cottage situated in the pretty village of Angle has been well equipped and nicely decorated to provide a charming, stylish home-from-home for a small family or group of friends. Details...

• Swn-y-mor

  Swn-y-Mor is a delightful second floor apartment situated in the town of Milford Haven. This apartment can sleep six people in three bedrooms, consisting two double bedrooms, a mezzanine family room with one double and one single bed and an en-suite basin and WC, as well as a bathroom. Details...

• Heron

  Heron is a delightful, semi-detached cottage overlooking the tidal estuary in the hamlet of Black Bridge, near Milford Haven. The cottage has a king-size double room with a Juliet balcony and a twin room, both with en-suite shower rooms, and a twin room which can be made into a super king-size double room on request, also boasting a Juliet balcony. Details...

• Egret

  Egret is a semi-detached cottage overlooking a tidal estuary in Black Bridge near Milford Haven. The cottage has a king-size double master bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin with an en-suite shower room and another room which can be offered as a double or a twin. Details...

• Curlew

  Curlew is a semi-detached cottage overlooking a tidal estuary in Black Bridge near Milford Haven. The cottage has a king-size double master bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin with an en-suite shower room and another room which can be offered as a double or a twin. Details...

• Goldfinch

  Goldfinch is a semi-detached cottage overlooking a tidal estuary in Black Bridge near Milford Haven. The cottage has a king-size double master bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin with an en-suite shower room and another room which can be offered as a double or a twin. Details...

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