Whitesands Bay, Sandy beach on St Davids Peninsula, Wales
The one-mile stretch of Whitesands Bay features white sand bordered by grass-covered dunes and the prominent Carn Llidi rock formation.
Ancient burial grounds dating from the 8th to 11th centuries were discovered near the bay, with artifacts now preserved in the National Museum of Wales.
According to Welsh tradition, Saint Patrick departed from Whitesands Bay in 432 AD to begin his missionary work in Ireland.
The beach maintains a lifeguard service during summer months and provides facilities including a cafe, surf equipment rentals, and wheelchair-accessible paths.
During exceptionally low tides, visitors can observe the remains of an ancient submerged forest containing birch, fir, hazel, and oak tree stumps.
Location: Pembrokeshire
GPS coordinates: 51.89440,-5.29583
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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