Porth y Bwch

Bay in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Porth y Bwch

Solva harbour Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Solva harbour Credit: E Gammie

Porth y Bwch is a picturesque bay located on the coastline of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated just south of the village of Abercastle, this bay is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The name "Porth y Bwch" translates to "Bay of the Buck" in English, which is believed to refer to the presence of deer in the area in the past.

The bay is characterized by its stunning sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 500 meters along the coastline. The beach is mostly secluded and surrounded by towering cliffs, offering visitors a sense of privacy and seclusion. The crystal-clear waters of Porth y Bwch are ideal for swimming, and the bay is also popular amongst surfers, kayakers, and paddleboarders.

The area surrounding the bay is rich in wildlife and natural wonders. Porth y Bwch is part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, which is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna. Visitors may have the chance to spot various seabirds, dolphins, seals, and even the occasional whale.

Access to Porth y Bwch is relatively easy, with a small car park located nearby. From there, a short walk leads visitors down to the beach, where they can enjoy the stunning scenery and the sound of waves crashing against the shore. Porth y Bwch is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and unspoiled coastal experience in Pembrokeshire.

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Porth y Bwch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.866584/-5.1796055 or Grid Reference SM8123. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Solva harbour Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Solva harbour
Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Lower Solva from Gribin Lower Solva lies behind Solva Harbour, which itself is in a 'fjord-like' inlet in the coastline here. Gribin is also known as the Cribyn ridge locally.
Lower Solva from Gribin
Lower Solva lies behind Solva Harbour, which itself is in a 'fjord-like' inlet in the coastline here. Gribin is also known as the Cribyn ridge locally.
Solva harbour from Gribin The houses of Upper Solva lie above the inlet, some overlooking the picturesque harbour.
Solva harbour from Gribin
The houses of Upper Solva lie above the inlet, some overlooking the picturesque harbour.
Rocks and islands off Solva harbour Beyond Penrhyn Head are St. Elvis' Rock and Black Rock and out to sea is larger Green Scar with The Mare and Black Scar each side. Quite a coastline.
Rocks and islands off Solva harbour
Beyond Penrhyn Head are St. Elvis' Rock and Black Rock and out to sea is larger Green Scar with The Mare and Black Scar each side. Quite a coastline.
Gate and footbridge at Gwadn The pebbly storm beach here is interesting and it's a lovely spot.
Gate and footbridge at Gwadn
The pebbly storm beach here is interesting and it's a lovely spot.
Canada Geese with goslings on Gwadn This little family waddled off seawards at my approach, just as well as a dog off its lead came in a few minutes later.
Canada Geese with goslings on Gwadn
This little family waddled off seawards at my approach, just as well as a dog off its lead came in a few minutes later.
St. Elvis cromlech This Neolithic burial chamber is around 5,000 years old and sited between farm tracks. Saint Elvis was an Irish saint in the 6th century and baptised St. David and an old church dedicated to St. Elvis was sited nearby, now somewhere underneath St. Elvis Farm adjacent.
St. Elvis cromlech
This Neolithic burial chamber is around 5,000 years old and sited between farm tracks. Saint Elvis was an Irish saint in the 6th century and baptised St. David and an old church dedicated to St. Elvis was sited nearby, now somewhere underneath St. Elvis Farm adjacent.
St. Elvis cromlech One of the oldest man-made structures in Pembrokeshire lies sandwiched between farm tracks.
St. Elvis cromlech
One of the oldest man-made structures in Pembrokeshire lies sandwiched between farm tracks.
Footpath between St. Elvis Farm and Lochvane This narrow and quiet path between cow pastures is warm and sheltered and a haven for wildlife.
Footpath between St. Elvis Farm and Lochvane
This narrow and quiet path between cow pastures is warm and sheltered and a haven for wildlife.
Old farm at Lochvane A collection of classic Landy's outside but not much sign of life.
Old farm at Lochvane
A collection of classic Landy's outside but not much sign of life.
The motte of Pointz Castle Beside a farmyard this motte sits partly overgrown.
The motte of Pointz Castle
Beside a farmyard this motte sits partly overgrown.
The motte of Pointz Castle with ditch The ditch shows up as different vegetation.
The motte of Pointz Castle with ditch
The ditch shows up as different vegetation.
Dinas Fach A path wends down this narrow headland and offers excellent views up and down the coastline here.
Dinas Fach
A path wends down this narrow headland and offers excellent views up and down the coastline here.
The coastline between Dinas Fach and Solva An impressive stretch comprising numerous tall cliffs, small and medium sized bays and smaller inlets.
The coastline between Dinas Fach and Solva
An impressive stretch comprising numerous tall cliffs, small and medium sized bays and smaller inlets.
Part of Aber West and Dinas Fawr A medium sized bay with the headland jutting out and long Newgale Sands stretching out further around the coast eastward..
Part of Aber West and Dinas Fawr
A medium sized bay with the headland jutting out and long Newgale Sands stretching out further around the coast eastward..
Aber West bay looking west towards Solva It's easy to see how this section of coast is so popular with walkers.
Aber West bay looking west towards Solva
It's easy to see how this section of coast is so popular with walkers.
Bay near Solva The high tide line shows the usual collection of flotsam and jetsam, mainly plastic in various forms. Hardly surprising with all the traffic out to sea and inshore.
Bay near Solva
The high tide line shows the usual collection of flotsam and jetsam, mainly plastic in various forms. Hardly surprising with all the traffic out to sea and inshore.
Thrift growing on the cliff top near Solva Rabbits have colonised the fenced-off cliff edge and Thrift grows well here also, always a beautiful sight.
Thrift growing on the cliff top near Solva
Rabbits have colonised the fenced-off cliff edge and Thrift grows well here also, always a beautiful sight.
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Porth y Bwch is located at Grid Ref: SM8123 (Lat: 51.866584, Lng: -5.1796055)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Burial Chamber
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