Nestled in the heart of Pembrokeshire, Broad Haven boasts a stunning coastal beach with golden sand and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The crystal-clear waters, classified as Excellent by Natural Resources Wales, are perfect for swimming and water activities during the summer months. With an estimated water temperature of around 17°C, visitors can enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Broad Haven (Central) (Pembrokeshire) & surrounds
Rhiwelli sits in four acres of sloping grounds on the northern flanks of the Preseli Hills. The panoramic sea views are breath-taking on a sunny day from the patio and terraced ...
Rural Retreats
From £455
Rhiwelli sits in four acres of sloping grounds on the northern flanks of the Preseli Hills. The panoramic sea views are breath-taking on a sunny day from the patio and terraced ...
Rural Retreats
From £481
Hescwm Barn is a beautifully restored stone hideaway tucked at the end of a peaceful woodland track. Inside, exposed stone, oak beams and a glowing wood-burning stove create a w...
Rural Retreats
From £386
Set on a quiet cobbled street in the beautiful seaside town of Tenby on the Pembrokeshire coast, High House for up to six guests is an ideal choice for a family holiday or coupl...
Coppet Hall Lodge is a beautiful cottage that has been renovated and refurbished to create a comfortable beachside getaway. Located a short walk from Coppet Hall Beach Centre, i...
Rural Retreats
From £518
Set on a quiet cobbled street in the beautiful seaside town of Tenby on the Pembrokeshire coast, High House for up to ten guests is an ideal choice for a family holiday or coupl...
Set in a secluded location on a rural lane on the outskirts of the quiet village of New Hedges, Clicketts Heath offers a stunning array of panoramic views of the local countrysi...
Cwm Bach (Little Valley) is situated in the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, voted the UK's Holiday Destination of the Year 2018. It is set in a wooded hillside in...
The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
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 transitional or estuarine bathing water. Estuarine sites experience a mix of tidal ocean flushing and river discharge, causing fluctuating salinity and water quality.
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 Pembrokeshire area.