Wales has dozens of beautiful beaches which are cherished by those who live here and admired by endless tourists every year. But one beach, in particular, is a smash hit with people in Manchester.
The beach near Llanbedrog , near to Abersoch on Pen Llŷn is 128 miles from the northern city, but has been named as the perfect spot for a family day out by the Manchester Evening News.
Located on the Llyn peninsula, Llanbedrog is a small village which overlooks Cardigan Bay. With a population of just over 1,000 people, it’s the news organisation says it is a "place where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life".
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To access it, as regular visitors will know, you must descend through a woodland area. Once you arrive at your destination you’ll be greeted by a mile-long stretch of golden sand, and crystal-clear shallow waters.
Visitors can also enjoy stunning views across Cardigan Bay. The MEN named the spot as the perfect spot for all the family - and for a bonus dogs are welcome. It’s also popular for water sports like paddleboarding and kayaking.
One of the most charming features of Llanbedrog beach is its row of traditional multi-coloured beach huts which line up against the shore. You’ll only see the huts during the summer months though - they’re removed over winter as a precaution against storms and high tides.
The huts are a relic from a time when the beach was a popular Victorian tourist destination. In 1890 a tramway was built connecting Llanbedrog to nearby Pwllheli, opening the beach up to visitors.
Although the tramway has gone, the beach huts remain and can be booked each summer - but you have to be quick as they’re popular. Today the beach is operated by the National Trust and there is a large car park for visitors to use, which costs £5.
After a relaxing on the sand or having a swim in the sea, you can head to the Aqua Beach Bar Restaurant to grab a bite to eat and admire the views. The bar has an outside seating area which creates the ultimate ‘holiday’ feeling.
Another must-see while you’re in Llanbedrog is the Plas Glyn-y-Weddw. The gothic-style mansion was built in 1857 and is one of Wales’ oldest art venues.
The exhibition changes every six to eight weeks, and there’s a tea room on site. Throughout the year it also holds workshops, concerts and other activities.
From Plas Glyn-y-Weddw you can access the Llanbedrog coastal circular walk which takes you up the Mynydd Tir-y-Cwmwd headland. The 2.3 mile walk has stunning views over the bay - keep an eye out for the Tin Man sculpture too.
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