Wales Coast Path

The Wales Coast Path was the first in the world to follow the entire coastline of a country. There’s much to discover on this 870 mile route, including unspoilt beaches and wildlife on both land and sea. Step back in time with our ancient castles and find a warm welcome in the many pubs and restaurants along the path.

Man standing by sea at Whitesands Bay, Pembrokeshire, Westwales.

Explore our wonderful beaches

Thanks to the Blue Flag scheme, our beaches have had quite a few red carpet moments.

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Tide out at Three Cliffs Bay with rivulets of sea water left on the sandy beach.

870 miles to enjoy along the Welsh coast

Explore the Wales Coast Path, a unique long distance footpath that encompasses the entire Wales coastline.

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Worm's Head at sunset Rhossili.

10 of the most glorious coastal views

Be inspired by wonderful coastal scenery, with solitary lighthouses, pretty harbours and dramatic cliffs.

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Lighthouse at Southstack

Bird watching on Anglesey

David Lindo, wildlife and birding expert, explores bird watching on Anglesey.

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Walking at Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire.

Lighthouses of Wales

Alf Alderson reflects on Welsh lighthouses and chooses ten of the best.

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A small scale model of the ironworks at Blaenavon, with real site behind it.

Wales in three days

A three day sightseeing itinerary exploring the highlights of Wales.

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South Stack Leuchtturm bei Sonnenuntergang in der Nähe von Holyhead Anglesey.

Welsh lighthouses

There are more than 30 lighthouses dotted around the Welsh coast, here are some of our favourites.

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Image of Porth y Ffynon in Pembrokeshire

Where to find Welsh sea caves

There are hundreds of sea caves in Wales just waiting to be explored!

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Blue sky over a warm sandy beach

Exploring the Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Exploring the Welsh Coast Path in Pembrokeshire. There's 186 miles to enjoy.

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Atlantic tern with fish in its mouth in flight.

Iconic coastal birds

Discover ten iconic birds to spot along the Wales Coast Path and the best places to see them.

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Signpost on coastal path looking over water.

10 short Wales Coast Path walks through history

Ten walks along the Wales Coast Path taking in castles and places of Welsh history and heritage.

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Conwy Castle and town from across the water.

Must do in Conwy

From enormous castles to Britain's smallest house - here are the top things to do in Conwy, North Wales

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