Cefn Sidan, Sandy beach in Carmarthenshire, Wales.
Cefn Sidan extends for eight miles along Carmarthen Bay, featuring fine sand, windblown dunes, and extensive shoreline between Burry Port and Kidwelly.
The beach holds numerous maritime tales, with several shipwrecks including La Jeune Emma in 1828 and the SV Paul in 1925 due to its challenging sand bars.
The beach earned recognition as the first Welsh coastal location to receive the Blue Flag award for its environmental standards and water quality.
Visitors can access the beach through ten different entry points, with lifeguards patrolling during summer months and designated swimming zones for safety.
The sand composition at Cefn Sidan contains particularly fine granules, making it impossible to build lasting sand structures beyond basic castles.
Location: Carmarthenshire
GPS coordinates: 51.70240,-4.37460
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:59
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