Kinmel Bay (sandy cove) Beach
Abergele, Conwy
A fine north facing sandy beach backed by a narrow promenade and Kimmel Dunes nature reserve.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
Cafe / restaurantsFirst-aid post
Toilets (including disabled) are all available
Activities
SwimmingSea canoeing and windsurfing
There is no zoning for water sports activities
Nature and Wildlife
Seals. seabirds and wading birds can all be spotted from Kinmel Bay. The promenade can be used by both walkers and cyclists.Parking
There is FREE parking available for over 100 cars (including disabled).Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily and there are litter bins provided. Dogs are banned from the beach during the summer months; dog litter bins are present for other times.Awards and Recommendations
Green Coast AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: AbergeleCounty: Conwy
Latitude/Longitude: 53.3122, -3.53416
Postcode: LL18 5NH
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Turn off the main road into the car park - access to the beach is via a narrow promenade.Public Transport
The beach is on the local bus route. and the nearest railway station is at Rhyl which is 2 miles away.Nearest Railway Stations
Rhyl (Approx. 2 miles away)Abergele & Pensarn (Approx. 2 miles away)
Prestatyn (Approx. 5 miles away)
Colwyn Bay (Approx. 8 miles away)
Tourist Information
Conwy County Borough Council. Tourism and Leisure Department. Civic Offices. Colwyn Bay. Conwy. North Wales. LL29 8AR. Tel: 01492 574000. Fax: 01492 513664See the Environment Agency report for this beach