Criccieth Beach (Gwynedd)

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Criccieth beach is a south facing beach with a mixture of sand and pebbles, located to the East of the castle and by the town.
Facilities include parking, slipway, promenade, cafe and toilets.
Criccieth Beach is a Blue Flag Beach and has been awarded a regional Seaside Award.
Criccieth beach has seasonal dog restrictions.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around Llyn Peninsula, 38 beaches in Gwynedd, or check our list of Gwynedd 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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