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Watwick Bay

Bay in Pembrokeshire

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Watwick Bay

Pavement tables at Dale
Pavement tables at Dale Credit: David Medcalf

Watwick Bay is a picturesque cove located on the southern coast of Pembrokeshire in Wales. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, golden sandy beaches, and crystal clear waters. The bay is relatively secluded and peaceful, making it a popular destination for visitors looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a tranquil day by the sea.

The bay is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, providing a stunning backdrop for beachgoers and hikers alike. The sandy beach is ideal for sunbathing, picnicking, and swimming, while the rocky areas offer opportunities for exploring tide pools and spotting marine life.

Watwick Bay is also a great spot for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for surfing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The bay is relatively sheltered, making it a safe and enjoyable place to try out these activities.

Overall, Watwick Bay is a hidden gem in Pembrokeshire, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of the Welsh coast. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day at the beach or an adventurous water sports experience, Watwick Bay has something for everyone.

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Watwick Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.691436/-5.1577248 or Grid Reference SM8103. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pavement tables at Dale
Pavement tables at Dale
A corner in the sea wall at Dale
A corner in the sea wall at Dale
The lane to Point Farm Campsite
The lane to Point Farm Campsite
The Coast Path at Kete
The Coast Path at Kete
Disturbed earth near Little Castle Point Possibly some remnant of the destruction of the former site of Royal Naval Air Station, Kete
Disturbed earth near Little Castle Point
Possibly some remnant of the destruction of the former site of Royal Naval Air Station, Kete
Coastal scene, Dale The cliffs are rather soft here.
Coastal scene, Dale
The cliffs are rather soft here.
The coast path, Dale On the right a high bank of earth shelters the field behind it.
The coast path, Dale
On the right a high bank of earth shelters the field behind it.
Reception Committee Cattle grazing in a field near Little Castle Point.
Reception Committee
Cattle grazing in a field near Little Castle Point.
West Blockhouse This is a view of the West Blockhouse taken from the front. This was used as a gun platform in the 1940's and is now used as holiday accommodation.
West Blockhouse
This is a view of the West Blockhouse taken from the front. This was used as a gun platform in the 1940's and is now used as holiday accommodation.
Dale, Pembrokeshire Dale beach and coastal houses.
Dale, Pembrokeshire
Dale beach and coastal houses.
Dale - Pembrokeshire.
Dale - Pembrokeshire.
Lighthouse, St Annes Head Lighthouse at St Annes Head photographed using zoom lens from West Blockhouse Point. Not the best photo in the world but it was a long way away! Photographed using Minolta Dimage 7i.
Lighthouse, St Annes Head
Lighthouse at St Annes Head photographed using zoom lens from West Blockhouse Point. Not the best photo in the world but it was a long way away! Photographed using Minolta Dimage 7i.
Watwick Bay On the Dale Peninsula. Milford Haven in the distance.
Watwick Bay
On the Dale Peninsula. Milford Haven in the distance.
Mill Bay A surprise history lesson. Henry Tudor landed here in 1485.
Mill Bay
A surprise history lesson. Henry Tudor landed here in 1485.
Mill Bay plaque Detail of plaque commemorating Henry Tudor landing at Mill Bay in 1485.
Mill Bay plaque
Detail of plaque commemorating Henry Tudor landing at Mill Bay in 1485.
Mill Bay plaque - Welsh Welsh detail of plaque commemorating Henry Tudor landing at Mill Bay in 1485.
Mill Bay plaque - Welsh
Welsh detail of plaque commemorating Henry Tudor landing at Mill Bay in 1485.
Dale Fort Field Centre Built in 1856 for military use (protection of Milford Haven) it has been owned by the Field Studies Council as a field centre since 1947. The entire kilometre square is the centre and used by many 1000's of students each year. 70% of the students are A Level biologists working on the nearby shores to understand ecology.
Dale Fort Field Centre
Built in 1856 for military use (protection of Milford Haven) it has been owned by the Field Studies Council as a field centre since 1947. The entire kilometre square is the centre and used by many 1000's of students each year. 70% of the students are A Level biologists working on the nearby shores to understand ecology.
Kete Looking south from the car park at 'Kete'. The car park is on the edge of what was "once a busy Royal Naval base."
Kete
Looking south from the car park at 'Kete'. The car park is on the edge of what was "once a busy Royal Naval base."
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Watwick Bay is located at Grid Ref: SM8103 (Lat: 51.691436, Lng: -5.1577248)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 51.691436,-5.1577248
Man Made: beacon
Seamark Information: Visible 014° -031° .Watwick Point marks E. side of channel.
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Light Height: 53
Seamark Light Range: 12
Seamark Light Reference: A 5286.1
Seamark Light Visibility: part_obscured
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.6883366/-5.1590445
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Man Made: beacon
Seamark Information: Visible 014° -031° .Watwick Point marks W. side of channel.
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Light Height: 53
Seamark Light Range: 12
Seamark Light Reference: A 5286.2
Seamark Light Visibility: part_obscured
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.6884724/-5.1595293
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Man Made: beacon
Seamark Information: Visible 004° 30´ -040° 30´ . Shown by day on request through Milford Haven Port Radio (10M).
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: white
Seamark Light Height: 54
Seamark Light Range: 13
Seamark Light Reference: A 5286
Seamark Light Visibility: part_obscured
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.688411/-5.1592999
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Seamark Light 1 Character: Q
Seamark Light 1 Colour: white
Seamark Light 1 Height: 21
Seamark Light 1 Range: 9
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 250
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 220
Seamark Light 2 Character: Q
Seamark Light 2 Colour: red
Seamark Light 2 Height: 21
Seamark Light 2 Range: 7
Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 20
Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 250
Seamark Light 3 Character: Q
Seamark Light 3 Colour: white
Seamark Light 3 Height: 21
Seamark Light 3 Range: 9
Seamark Light 3 Sector End: 36
Seamark Light 3 Sector Start: 20
Seamark Light 4 Character: Q
Seamark Light 4 Colour: red
Seamark Light 4 Height: 21
Seamark Light 4 Range: 7
Seamark Light 4 Sector End: 49
Seamark Light 4 Sector Start: 36
Seamark Light Reference: A 5291
Seamark Name: West Blockhouse Point
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.6882/-5.1578667
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Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.6926722/-5.1630046
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6888833/-5.1635581
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6886223/-5.1620507
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 51.693515/-5.1630487
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