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Porth Gwymon Bach

Bay in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Porth Gwymon Bach

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson Credit: E Gammie

Porth Gwymon Bach, located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, is a picturesque and secluded bay known for its stunning natural beauty. The bay is surrounded by towering cliffs and rugged rock formations, creating a dramatic backdrop against the crystal-clear waters of the Celtic Sea. The beach itself is a mix of golden sand and pebbles, making it a popular spot for sunbathing, picnicking, and exploring the tide pools.

Porth Gwymon Bach is also a great place for water activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking, with its calm waters and gentle waves providing ideal conditions for beginners and experienced water enthusiasts alike. The bay is often frequented by wildlife, including seals and seabirds, making it a great spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Access to Porth Gwymon Bach is limited, with a steep and narrow path leading down to the beach, adding to its secluded and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors to Porth Gwymon Bach can enjoy a tranquil and unspoiled natural environment, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Porth Gwymon Bach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.961238/-5.1184757 or Grid Reference SM8533. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson
A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Entrance to the bay Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024">Link</a> for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Entrance to the bay
Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See Link for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Aber Castle Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Aber Castle
Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Cottages by the bay Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Cottages by the bay
Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Boats in the bay Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Boats in the bay
Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Ynys Deullyn Ynys Deullyn from the Pembrokeshire Coast path, a short section of which can be seen in the foreground.
Ynys Deullyn
Ynys Deullyn from the Pembrokeshire Coast path, a short section of which can be seen in the foreground.
Abercastle
Abercastle
Carreg Samson
Carreg Samson
Ynys y Castell A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Ynys y Castell
A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Penmorfa View of the cliffs on the south side of Trwyn Llwynog below the Pembrokeshire Coast Path near Porth Glastwr. Garn Fawr and Garn Fechan can be seen in the distance.
Penmorfa
View of the cliffs on the south side of Trwyn Llwynog below the Pembrokeshire Coast Path near Porth Glastwr. Garn Fawr and Garn Fechan can be seen in the distance.
Abercastle The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Abercastle
The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Harbour cottage What an amazing place to live
Harbour cottage
What an amazing place to live
Coast Path to Abercastle Heading in an easterly direction
Coast Path to Abercastle
Heading in an easterly direction
Path out of Abercastle Heading for Pwllcochran
Path out of Abercastle
Heading for Pwllcochran
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour
Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
The Western Cliffs of Penmorfa Beyond the promontory of Penmorfa there is a view of the landscape across the bay and several miles to the north.
The Western Cliffs of Penmorfa
Beyond the promontory of Penmorfa there is a view of the landscape across the bay and several miles to the north.
Rugged Cliffs A view south along the cliff face from Trwyn Llwynog.
Rugged Cliffs
A view south along the cliff face from Trwyn Llwynog.
The Cove of Pwllstrodur Pwllstrodur is a deserted pebble beach cove at the end of a steep little valley.
The Cove of Pwllstrodur
Pwllstrodur is a deserted pebble beach cove at the end of a steep little valley.
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Porth Gwymon Bach is located at Grid Ref: SM8533 (Lat: 51.961238, Lng: -5.1184757)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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