Pwlldu Bay
Glamorgan

Water Quality
Annual classification
Today's forecast
Forecasts are not available for this location.
A very distinctive sand and shingle rural beach, covered in stones and boulders. Popular with sea canoeists.
Activities
The beach is used for swimming and sea canoeing.
Wildlife and Walks
Walks down the valley to Bishopston or along the cliffs towards Southgate. See here for details of walks in the area: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/rhossili-and-south-gower-coast/lists/top-walks-on-gower
What's tested here?
Water samples are not taken at this beach because it has not been designated as a bathing water and there is no voluntary sampling.
Why isn't this a designated bathing water?
High levels of bacteria in the water can indicate pollution from sewage treatment works or polluted rain water draining from the land.
Where does pollution comes from and how can you help?
Water quality can be reduced for up to 72 hours after heavy rain. Look out for temporary signs at the beach and on our website.
Annual classification
What does this mean?
At the end of every bathing season the water quality is classified as either:
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.
Today's forecast
Forecasts are not available for this location.
Tide times
Potential hazards at this beach
This beach is not yet classified, please see our safety tips below or contact the local beach operator for further information.
Lifeguarded locations - top five safety tips
Non-lifeguarded locations For those who can’t make it to a lifeguarded beach
For more information visit rnli.org.uk.
Facilities at Pwlldu Bay
Parking
Park in Bishopston and follow Pwlldu Lane.
Dog restrictions
Dogs are allowed: http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dogsonbeaches
Beach cleaning
No current information