Coastline

Topic page for content on Wales' stunning 870 mile coastline.

Paddleboarder on a deep blue sea from above.

Inspirational stand up paddleboarding (SUP) tips

Expert stand up paddleboarder Sian Sykes shares safety tips for SUP'ing on the sea around Wales.

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person keelingon a rainbox colour paddleboard on the water, with a row of houses in the background.

The standout places to stand up paddleboard

Stunning coastline and scenic waters make Wales standout for stand up paddleboarders.

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dolphin spotting skomer

Magic of the UK’s only coastal National Park

Take a boat trip around the Atlantic coast of Pembrokeshire, the UK’s only coastal national park.

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Up a creek with a paddle

Kayak on Eryri's (Snowdonia) 200 mile coastline, its canals, white water rivers and sublime mountain lakes.

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A coastal harbour town with boats in the bay.

Ever seen a dolphin leap from the ocean?

Take a boat trip from New Quay to explore the rich marine wildlife in their natural habitat.

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Group coasteering

We know coasteering – after all, we invented it!

With 870 miles of challenging coastline, Wales invented coasteering, and remains its heartland.

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A train in a station at sunset.

Exploring the North Wales coast by train

Our handy guide to exploring the wonders of the North Wales coast and Anglesey by train.

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A person in a red jacket standing with two dogs looking out on a sandy bay.

Perfect places to stay for you - and your best friend

From coast to country, when it comes to dog-friendly accommodation in Wales, there’s so much choice.

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A modernised pier running into the sea.

The vastness of the Vale of Glamorgan

Explore the magic of the Vale of Glamorgan through the eyes of actress and Penarth native Annes Elwy.

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Looking down toward Tenby harbour with boats on the sand and colourful houses and the sea in the background.

Cwtch up beside the sea

With 870 miles of coast, there’s a Welsh coastal cottage just waiting for a cwtch.

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Woman and man at sea in a yellow boat

The remarkable pull of Enlli

The remarkable pull of the island has attracted Mari Huws back every year since the age of three.

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Aerial shot of Aberystwyth

Life through my lens

Discover photographer Adrian Jones' favourite place to take photos in Wales.

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