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Rest Bay Beach

Porthcawl CF36 3UW Wales
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About About the place

Rest Bay is a beautiful and expansive sandy beach situated near Porthcawl, Wales. It's a popular destination for a diverse range of visitors, including surfers, families, and dog walkers. The beach is known for its long stretches of sand revealed at low tide, alongside a rugged coastline featuring rock pools and opportunities for coastal walks. Conveniently located, Rest Bay offers ample parking, a cafe, and lifeguard services, making it a relaxing and accessible spot to enjoy the scenery and coastal activities. While facilities are continually being improved, the beach maintains a natural charm and unspoiled beauty.

Best for

Rest Bay is ideal for families, surfers, dog walkers, and anyone seeking a relaxing coastal escape. It's also a good choice for those who enjoy coastal walks and exploring rock pools.

Best season

Summer months (June-August) offer the warmest weather and lifeguard services, but are also the busiest. Spring and autumn provide a quieter experience with milder temperatures.

Best time to visit

Weekdays are generally less crowded than weekends. Mid-morning to late afternoon offers the best combination of sunshine and fewer crowds.

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Accessibility

The beach has relatively good accessibility, with a car park close to the beach entrance. The main access path is generally level, but accessing the sand itself can be challenging for those with mobility issues. Lifeguard services are available during peak season, and restrooms are located near the cafe.

Kid friendly

Rest Bay is very kid-friendly, with plenty of space for playing and building sandcastles. Rock pools provide opportunities for exploration. Stroller access is possible on the main paths, but can be difficult on the sand. Changing facilities are available near the cafe.

Pet friendly

Dogs are allowed on Rest Bay during certain times of the year. Restrictions apply during the summer months. Check local signage for details.

Food facilities/restaurants/cafes

A cafe is located near the beach, offering a range of snacks, drinks, and light meals. Picnic areas are available, and visitors are welcome to bring their own food and beverages. Restrooms are located adjacent to the cafe.

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LivLindstrom
Porthcawl
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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BrianJMatthews
Porthcawl
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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AnnaOSvendsen
Porthcawl
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We stayed in this resort and it was great. They had a big amazing pool which is a great place to swim and have a wonderful time with my peeps. All the other amenities of this hotel were also great and the stay was made marvelous. The stay was superb and the hospitality was top notch. Great recommendation!

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MerleGousse
Porthcawl
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If you visit this place, you will be mesmerized by the sheer beauty of this city. It's like everywhere you look, you end up with fantastic views of nature and pure gorgeous scenes. The holiday could not have been any more pretty and relaxing.. While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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MiaIversen
Porthcawl
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This is a beautiful city which is so nice to visit. The location here is stunning and the views are beautiful. The city is blessed with a lot of ancient buildings and historic places which makes this place really beautiful and nice to go around. We really enjoyed this city and will definitely come back again.. Our visit to this place was amazing. It is so beautiful here and scenery and the views are just WOW.. we were in awe with the sheer beauty of this place. The scenic views are just gorgeous here and don’t forget to check out the sunsets which are just stunning and so pretty.

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JoninaHaraldsdottir
Porthcawl
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While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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FrankOster
Porthcawl
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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AiraVuorinen
Porthcawl
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This park is amazing and has beautiful scenery. It is a perfect spot to take a good walk or even go for a run. There is a dedicated trail, well managed in the park. The trees by the trail are just beautiful and provide a lot of good air. There are also benches in the park where you can sit and relax.

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ClaudiaKoenig
Porthcawl
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While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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BellaYefremova
Porthcawl
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If you visit this place, you won’t be able to believe your eyes, because this place is stunningly beautiful. The location is too pretty and the sights are breathtaking. It is a hot spot for tourists and is crowded by people during the main times but it is so much worth a visit. It is simply great.

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DanielRobertsson
Porthcawl
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The hotel was a nice place to stay and the best part here was the free wifi and free parking which is the hardest thing to find in this city. The hotel was well equipped and the staff was very professional. The rooms were big enough and it was a decent stay which also included breakfast.

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KlemensKrol
Porthcawl
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We stayed in for one night here and the hotel was too expensive and not at all worth it. The place was a little crappy in shape and a lot of maintenance was going on and all the rooms were not even furnished properly. But we had no other option and had to stay therefore had to sacrifice and paid extra to stay a night.

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MikkelFossnes
Porthcawl
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I did an 11 day tour in Iceland and it was awesome. The place is nothing I have ever seen and it was one of the best trips of my life. I went in June and the weather was great and clear. I visited all the main attractions and did some hiking and everything about this city seemed perfect. The best part was seeing the northern lights and being mesmerized by them. This place is definitely worth visiting.

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CoretteDAoust
Porthcawl
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I did an 11 day tour in Iceland and it was awesome. The place is nothing I have ever seen and it was one of the best trips of my life. I went in June and the weather was great and clear. I visited all the main attractions and did some hiking and everything about this city seemed perfect. The best part was seeing the northern lights and being mesmerized by them. This place is definitely worth visiting.

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AlfredSChristiansen
Porthcawl
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It was a gorgeous day and we decided to have a picnic in the beautiful park surrounded by nature and beauty. The place had beautiful scenic scenes and with some homemade food, we loved the refreshing and calming experience.

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CindaJHancock
Porthcawl
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The beautiful walks at this [sight.name] were just amazing. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the place is filled at really nice walking trails. Be sure to wear your hiking boots as the walks could be a little long here.

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ZoeKoltsova
Porthcawl
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The beautiful walks at this [sight.name] were just amazing. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the place is filled at really nice walking trails. Be sure to wear your hiking boots as the walks could be a little long here.

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Nour-EddinevanWieren
Porthcawl
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This park is amazing and has beautiful scenery. It is a perfect spot to take a good walk or even go for a run. There is a dedicated trail, well managed in the park. The trees by the trail are just beautiful and provide a lot of good air. There are also benches in the park where you can sit and relax.

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BroganMcKay
Porthcawl
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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PaalKarolina
Porthcawl
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This is a beautiful city which is known for its historic locations with so many stories associated with it. There are plenty of locations and lots to see here. It is a place where you will never be bored. Take a guided tour and make sure you visit all the places and trust me it will be worth it.. This is an amazing street with lots of ancient buildings and so many shops from where you can purchase so many things. The street is the most happening point of the city and has a lot to see and do. A lot of great cafes and restaurants are also there which are the best places to try out some tasty food and indulge in nice drinking. It was a great experience.

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