Penmaenmawr Beach (Conwy)

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Penmaenmawr beach is sandy backed by a promenade and overlooks the Menai Straits. The beach is sandy at low tide, with stones and pebbles forming at the high water mark.
Facilities include parking, toilets and cafe.
Penmaenmawr Beach is a Blue Flag Beach and has been awarded a regional Seaside Award.
Penmaenmawr beach, No dogs allowed between May 1 until September 30.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around town of Conwy, 15 beaches in Conwy, or check our list of Conwy Dog Friendly Beaches.
Beach Water Quality
Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as:
- Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
- Good: generally good water quality
- Sufficient: meets minimum standards
- Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Tides
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