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General
This is a long stretch of sandy beach between Porthcawl and Port Talbot
adjacent to Kenfig Burrows.
Access & Parking
By car:
Leave the M4 motorway at junction 37 (Pyle) or junction 38 (Margam).
Follow the signs for Kenffig Nature Reserve where there is ample parking.
From the nature reserve make your way on foot down to the beach ( the sea
is visible from the car park) but it is a walk of 1.5 miles through the
sand hills. Upon reaching the disused railway line** that divides the
beach from the sandhills, turn right and walk for about ten minutes toward
the steel works in Port Talbot - this is to ensure that you reach the
quietest part of the beach - (if you reach the river you have gone too
far). This is reputedly known as 'Morfa', while the beach to the left of
the access is called 'Sker'. Further south-eastward toward Porthcawl lie
Pink Bay, Rest Bay and then Porthcawl/Trecco. Choosing a spot just below
the dunes will mean you can avoid the in-coming tide and any horse riders,
fishermen or joggers who use the beach.
** in fact, the track was a road which was used to carry materials from Cornelly quarries to the new harbour in Port Talbot. There was also a bridge over the river Kenfig which was destroyed when the horbour was finished.
Description
Kenfig Burrows are popular with locals but do not get the attention they
deserve. It is a beautiful, clean and tranquil place, with plenty of room
to spread out for those who wish to be alone, or larger areas for those
who want to socialise. It can be reached at any time, - access being
gained from the landward side - and there is no hurry to leave because the
shingle prevents the sea from cutting you off at high tide. In 'Free Sun'
the beach was described as "an excellent beach and huge area [of]
unfrequented sand dunes". The beach is in easy reach of B&B's,
campsites etc etc.
Note that swimming conditions may be dangerous - especially near the
river. As always, local information should be sought before risking life
and limb.
"I found both water and beach to be of a reasonable standard ideal
for sunbathing and a swim when the tide is in.the fact that it is isolated
makes it the perfect place for both male and females."
"..the beach is excellent and as a frequent user I would recommend
it."
Facilities
None on the beach itself, but 'The Angel' pub is said to be a great place
for a meal and a drink after a day on the beach. Alternatively, try the
'Prince of Wales' in Kenfig for excellent food and real ales, straight
from the barrel. "The Draught Bass is worthy of the gods themselves."
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