Carmarthenshire Beaches

Planning a trip to the Carmarthenshire Coast? Use our coastal holiday guide to discover beautiful Carmarthenshire beaches.

Find your favourite Carmarthenshire Beaches

The Carmarthenshire coast from Llanelli to Pendine, is a stunning stretch of coast in West Wales. The coastline is shorter than most but has lovely long stretches of sandy beach, including Pendine beach, Pembrey beach and Marros Sands. A glorious destination that offers a wonderful mix of natural beauty, history, and outdoor activities, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring this part of Wales.

Full List of Carmarthenshire Beaches

Do you know the name of the beach you are looking for? See our full list of beaches in Carmarthenshire in alphabetical order.

Burry Port Beach

Burry Port Beach on the Carmarthenshire coast is a sandy stretch, with the lighthouse dividing the beach into east and west.

Ferryside Beach

Unspoilt Ferryside Beach on the mouth of the River Tywi, looks across to Llansteffan.

Laugharne Sands

Just east of Pendine, Laugharne is a sandy unspoilt beach famous for being the last home of Wales’s most famous poet and writer Dylan Thomas.

Llansteffan Beach

With its mix of natural beauty, history, and family-friendly facilities, Llansteffan Beach is the perfect destination for a day out or a weekend getaway.

Llanelli Beach

Visit Llanelli Beach Situated on the Millennium Coastal Park, Llanelli beach is a great dog friendly location any time of the year.

Marros Sands

Marros Sands is a golden sandy south facing beach accessed by walking a small path leading to the beach.

Morfa Bychan

Morfa Bychan is great place for scenic walks and stunning views. This beach is slightly off the beaten path and backed by rural landscape.

Pembrey Beach (Cefn Sidan)

Spend a day at award winning Pembrey beach (Cefn Sidan) in Carmarthenshire and enjoy miles of wide sandy beach backed by dunes

Pendine Sands

Pendine Sands is a wide expanse of sandy beach. Famous for having multiple land speed records broken here.

Scotts Bay

Scott’s Bay is a hidden gem! This charming beach is tucked away just a short walk from the more popular Llansteffan Beach.

Telpyn Beach

Telpyn Beach is a sandy beach on the Carmarthenshire coast. Just west of Marros sands. At low tide, you can walk around Telpyn point to get there.

Walking the Carmarthenshire coast

The Carmarthenshire Coast Path offers 74 miles (118 km) of diverse terrain, combining golden sandy beaches, historic ports, and tranquil estuaries. It provides opportunities for walking, with trails suitable for all ages and abilities, including those accessible for buggies and wheelchairs.

Coastal Events

Events and Festivals

Coastal events in Carmarthenshire for your diary

Food Festivals
Sailing
Sporting Events

Common Questions

Carmarthenshire has lots of castles, on the coast you will find Llansteffan Castle.

Yes, there are a few beaches that you can go riding on, for example Marros Sands, Pendine Sands and Pembrey Beach.

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What’s On along the Coast

Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.

Get active on the beach

Find the best beaches for water sports. Learn to kitesurf, surf or sail at schools around the UK. Lessons are available to suit all abilities.

Enjoy the beautiful Carmarthenshire Coast

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