Whitedole Bay

Bay in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Whitedole Bay

Sheep Island Sheep Island and Whitedole Bay.
Sheep Island Credit: Dara Jasumani

Whitesands Bay, also known as Whitedole Bay, is a picturesque beach located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated on the western coast of Wales, it is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

Whitesands Bay offers a stunning stretch of golden sand, stretching for approximately 1.5 miles. It is backed by towering cliffs and offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is known for its clean and clear waters, making it ideal for swimming, surfing, and other water activities.

The bay is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park providing a stunning backdrop. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the coastal path, exploring the rugged cliffs and hidden coves.

Facilities at Whitesands Bay cater to the needs of visitors, with ample parking spaces, public toilets, and a cafe serving refreshments. There is also a lifeguard station, ensuring the safety of beachgoers during the summer months.

Whitesands Bay is a blue flag beach, indicating its high standards of cleanliness and water quality. It has been awarded this prestigious status for several years, making it a highly desirable destination for those seeking a pristine and safe beach experience.

Overall, Whitedole Bay is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, beach enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful and scenic escape in Pembrokeshire.

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Whitedole Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.673237/-5.1144194 or Grid Reference SM8401. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep Island Sheep Island and Whitedole Bay.
Sheep Island
Sheep Island and Whitedole Bay.
Ruin near East Block House Remains of a gun tower constructed in 1542.
Ruin near East Block House
Remains of a gun tower constructed in 1542.
Rat Island Rat Island from Ruin.
Rat Island
Rat Island from Ruin.
East Block House Altered to provide accommodation for bats and swallows.
East Block House
Altered to provide accommodation for bats and swallows.
West Angle Bay West Angle Bay at last light winter evening , St Annes Head Lighthouse in far distance
West Angle Bay
West Angle Bay at last light winter evening , St Annes Head Lighthouse in far distance
Passage to Milford Haven from  sands of West Angle Bay
Passage to Milford Haven from sands of West Angle Bay
East Blockhouse and lower "Pillbox" Must have been dismal on a wild winter's night trying to keep a lookout from the lower pillbox
East Blockhouse and lower "Pillbox"
Must have been dismal on a wild winter's night trying to keep a lookout from the lower pillbox
Sheep Island and mainland
Sheep Island and mainland
Rat Island from along the coast
Rat Island from along the coast
Rock pools and a distant Thorn Island Look for the Fort building on the island
Rock pools and a distant Thorn Island
Look for the Fort building on the island
Rock pools at West Angle Bay
Rock pools at West Angle Bay
Gun Emplacements In 1901-04 massive gun emplacements were built close the 16th century gun tower. This latter site was in use during World War 2 during which a large camp was constructed as well as several dispersed installations such as searchlight batteries and gun emplacements.
Gun Emplacements
In 1901-04 massive gun emplacements were built close the 16th century gun tower. This latter site was in use during World War 2 during which a large camp was constructed as well as several dispersed installations such as searchlight batteries and gun emplacements.
View west along the coast path
View west along the coast path
View inland from the coast path The stream isn't shown on the map (but the valley it makes is).
View inland from the coast path
The stream isn't shown on the map (but the valley it makes is).
Part of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Part of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
House at North Studdock
House at North Studdock
The coast looking west Sheep Island can just be seen in the background.
The coast looking west
Sheep Island can just be seen in the background.
Looking down into East Pickard Bay
Looking down into East Pickard Bay
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Whitedole Bay is located at Grid Ref: SM8401 (Lat: 51.673237, Lng: -5.1144194)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

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Located within 500m of 51.673237,-5.1144194
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.6726347/-5.1123198
Barrier: stile
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.6747724/-5.1127916
Parsonsquarry Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 51.6705923/-5.1111531
Castles Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 51.6746743/-5.1190442
Welcome Pit
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.6768398/-5.1183468
Whitedole Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 51.6732604/-5.1138461
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