Best beaches near Tenby
Like any good seaside town, Tenby has lots of great beaches. However, it’s not just the town that offers golden sand and lapping waves. The entire Pembrokshire coast features a great mix of beaches with enough variety for everyone.
We’ve put together a list of the best beaches near Tenby that you can reach from our Lydstep Beach, Penally Court and Kiln Park holiday parks.
Tenby Castle Beach
Castle Beach is the smallest of the three sandy beaches in Tenby town. At only 150m wide when the tide is out, what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in character.
For a start, the views are incredible. You can take in the cliffs and see St. Catherine's fort.
With clean white sands and crystal-clear waters, you could be forgiven for thinking you were in the Caribbean. Best of all, it’svery close to the high street, so you’re not restricted to a sandy picnic when you want something to eat.
When the tide is low, the Castle Beach sands stretch out to South Beach.
Tenby South Beach
South Beach is an absolute marvel. Beautiful fine sands, lovely waters, and first-class scenery are just the start.
South Beach is one of the best Tenby beaches for watersports too. Some of the activities on offer are angling, windsurfing, and canoeing. If you’re after something more relaxing, you can walk the promenade, eat at some of the nearby cafes, or enjoy the stunning hilltop views.
Tenby South Beach is a clean and peaceful spot. It’s less commercialised than the nearby North Beach, but it still has all the amenities you’d expect from a beachfront close to a town. It’s a short 30-minute walk if you’re staying at our Kiln Park Holiday Park.
Tenby North Beach
Tenby North completes the trio of Tenby beaches.It’s nicely sheltered and large enough not to feel overcrowded, even on sunny days. One of the best features is Gosker Rock, a large stone formation that juts out of the sand and looks as if it was dropped from the heavens.
Beautiful green cliffs, rock pools, and amazing views are just a few reasons to visit North Beach. It’s one of Tenby’s most child-friendly beaches, and it’s a great day out for the family.
Haven's Lydstep Beach
As you might have guessed from the name, our Lydstep Beach Holiday Park has its own piece of shore. When you stay at our tranquil park, you’ll have easy access to the bay, where you can relax and enjoy the amazing views.
The beach is backed by beautifully wooded cliffs and is primarily a pebble beach. However, when the tides are low, the sand comes out. You can also access the beach via Lydstep Head by parking at the National Trust car park.
Monkstone Beach
You can find Monkstone Beach between Tenby and Sanderstone. It’s a secluded beach that doesn’t attract as many tourists as some of the other beaches on our list.It’s a great option if you’re looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a little peace.It’s a bit of a walk to get there, including a steep descending set of steps. Walking from the nearest car park involves taking a track through Trevayne Farm.
Monkstone is one of Tenby’s most dog-friendly beaches. It has dramatic cliffs on three sides, which gives the beach a unique feel. The sands and water are very clear, too, which adds to the appeal. When the tide is high, the beach disappears. Check the tide and time your visit right!
Skrinkle Haven Beach
For guests at Lydstep Beach Holiday Park, Skrinkle Haven Beach is a pleasant 30-minute walk. You can find it between LydstepPoint and Old Castle Head. It’sa beautiful beach to look at, thanks to its distinctive red sandstone and limestone cliffs.
It’s something of a hidden gem and can only be accessed during low tides. If you time your visit right, you’ll be rewarded by its unspoiled beauty.
Getting to the beach can be tricky; you’ll need to climb through a gap at Church Door Cove. This route really adds to the romance of the beach though!
Skrinkle Haven remained a secret for many years, as it was situated close to the Royal Artillery range. Thankfully, it’s no longer active, so you can focus on memory-making with the family.
Manorbier Beach
Manorbier Beach is another fantastic option close to our Lydstep Beach Holiday Park, It’s one of Tenby’s most dog-friendly beaches and also features a freshwater stream on the north side.
The sea on this south-facing beach contains some strong currents, but that makes it a brilliant spot for surfing ifyou’re a strong swimmer. Bring some coins for the car park and you’re sorted with one of the best beaches near Tenby.
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*New holiday homes from £29,995 – UPDATED 29 August 2024
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As at 31 July 2024, price is available at Blue Dolphin, Caister, Cleethorpes Beach, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Far Grange, Greenacres, Golden Sands, Haggeston, Orchards, Quay West, Skegness and Wild Duck.
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Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
Site fees from as little as £150 a month with Let2offset at Lydstep Beach
Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be after deduction of the letting income.
“Site fees from as little as £150 a month with Let2offset” is available at Lydstep Beach. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance. Offer is subject to availability.
"Site fees from as little as £150 a month with Let2offset” is applicable to new customer purchases of new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed or equivalent or superior grade holiday home purchases made through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to private sales and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. This offer is available at Lydstep Beach only and applies when letting a new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home (or equivalent or superior grade) for 15 weeks.
An example of how “Site fees from as little as £150 a month with Let2offset” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of an Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home at Lydstep Beach with a monthly site fee of £899.00 (includes purchasing discount of £29) and monthly letting income of £719.00. The monthly difference equates to £151 which will be charged to the owner's account monthly; to meet the site fee payment of £150 per month, an additional credit of £1 per month will be applied to the owner’s account. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2024 figures.
Modelled assumptions on expected annual site fee and letting income charges over the 7-year lettable life of the Atlas Sahara 3 Bed indicate that under Let2offset it is anticipated that these customers will continue to receive a monthly credit during this period, however, this is not guaranteed. The modelled assumptions are based on the historical performance of Haven over the past 5 years of trading.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
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Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be after deduction of the letting income.
‘Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031’ is available at 33 Haven parks excluding Burnham, Cardigan View, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Lydstep Beach, Riviere Sands and Seaview. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance.
“Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” is applicable to new and existing customer purchases of new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed or equivalent or superior grade holiday home purchases made through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to private sales and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. It is available across 40% of eligible Parks and applies when letting a new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home (or equivalent or superior grade for 15 weeks.
An example of how “Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of an Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home at Primrose Valley with a monthly site fee of £585.00 (includes purchasing discount of £45) and monthly letting income of £803.67. The monthly difference equates to £218.67, which will be credited to the owner's account. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2024 figures.
Modelled assumptions on expected annual site fee and letting income charges over the 7-year lettable life of the Atlas Sahara 3 Bed indicate that under Let2offset it is anticipated that these customers will continue to receive a monthly credit during this period, however, this is not guaranteed. The modelled assumptions are based on the historical performance of Haven over the past 5 years of trading.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.