Pendine Sands, Public beach in Carmarthenshire, Wales
The seven-mile stretch of Pendine Sands extends along Carmarthen Bay, featuring fine golden sand between Gilman Point and Laugharne Sands.
Malcolm Campbell established a world speed record of 146.16 miles per hour on this beach in September 1924 with his Sunbeam 350HP car.
The Ministry of Defence maintains ownership of the beach, which influences local activities and creates a strong connection with military heritage.
The beach provides opportunities for swimming, walking, and motor sports, though access restrictions apply during weekdays due to military operations.
The flat, firm sand surface continues to attract speed record attempts, with Idris Elba setting a flying mile record of 180.361 mph in 2015.
GPS coordinates: 51.73250,-4.49750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:07
Laugharne Castle
4.7 km
Dylan Thomas Boathouse
5.3 km
Pendine Museum of Speed
4.2 km
Castle House
4.9 km
Island House
4.7 km
Church of St Margaret Marloes
6 km
St Odoceus' Church, Llandawke
4.6 km
Laugharne Town Hall
4.9 km
St Martin's Church, Laugharne
5.4 km
Grave of Dylan Thomas
5.4 km
Church of St Sadwrnen
3.6 km
Church Of St Margaret Of Antioch
5.2 km
Churchyard at St.Martin's Parish Church, Church Street
5.4 km
Seaview
4.9 km
New Three Mariners P.H. Victoria Street
4.9 km
Coran Bridge,Newbridge Street
4.8 km
Great House, King Street
5 km
Gazebo in grounds of Laugharne Castle
4.8 km
Strand House, The Strand
4.6 km
New Congregational Chapel
5 km
Pelican,King Street
4.9 km
The Strand, The Strand
4.7 km
Cross,The Grist
4.7 km
Outer Gatehouse To Laugharne Castle,market St.
4.8 km
Garage to Island House, Wogan Street
4.8 km
Vicarage,King Street
5 km
Parc Cynog Farm
3.8 km
Roche Castle
3.9 kmReviews
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