Aberystwyth South Beach boasts a picturesque shoreline with a mix of sand and shingle, set against the stunning backdrop of Cardigan Bay. With a consistently good water quality rating from Natural Resources Wales, visitors can enjoy swimming and water activities with confidence. During the summer months, the water temperature at Aberystwyth South Beach typically ranges from 15°C to 18°C.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Aberystwyth South (Ceredigion) & surrounds
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From £846
Surrounded by rolling Ceredigion countryside and far-reaching views, The Old Dairy is a peaceful rural retreat where nature sets the pace. With light-filled interiors, soaring v...
Rural Retreats
From £777
Escape to a luxurious restored 1800s stone cottage in West Wales. Tucked away in a quiet hamlet Bryndelyn is an idyllic peaceful place for couples and families alike who want to...
Rural Retreats
From £645
When all you need is to escape, relax and climb off the treadmill, Troedrhiwfawr (meaning Foot Of The Hill) is waiting for you. A charming and secluded cottage in the heart of r...
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From £674
Wisteria Cottage is a bright and spacious property tucked away in the beautiful Ystwyth Valley. This secluded bolt hole is the ideal escape from the stresses of life, and with N...
Rural Retreats
From £587
Equally suited to either a romantic escape, tucked away with spectacular views from the elevated position looking across the Tanat Valley; walkers wishing to explore the plethor...
Rural Retreats
From £3,046
Wern Manor is a magnificent Grade II listed manor house located between Porthmadog and Criccieth, with The Butler's House attached to the manor, situated in the old stable court...
Rural Retreats
From £3,696
Wern Manor is a magnificent Grade II listed manor house located between Porthmadog and Criccieth, with two beautiful cottages attached to the manor, situated in the old stable c...
Rural Retreats
From £2,546
Wern Manor is a magnificent Grade II listed manor house situated between Porthmadog and Criccieth. Whether you enjoy exploring the 15 acre grounds or indulging in the games room...
The shoreline consists primarily of sand, shingle. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is clean and fully compliant with safety directives. It regularly meets bacterial limits under standard environmental conditions.
Bacterial levels are highly susceptible to storm runoff. Heavy rainfall in the local catchment is likely to trigger storm overflows and agricultural runoff, rendering the water temporarily unsafe.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.
Unknown is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Ceredigion area.
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