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Oxwich Bay Beach

Gower, United Kingdom•4.6(487)•Beaches, Nature Reserve

Explore a expansive sandy beach with excellent facilities, watersports opportunities, and easy access via car or public transport.

Oxwich Bay Beach is a large sandy stretch of coastline offering something for everyone. The beach features diverse landscapes including dunes and salt marsh, creating a rich natural environment for families to explore. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities from swimming and surfing to fishing and kayaking, with the bay being particularly suitable for watersports enthusiasts. The beach is highly accessible with a large shorefront car park (charges apply), public transport connections, toilet facilities including accessible options, and nearby refreshments including a beachside kiosk, restaurant, hotel, and shops. Dogs are welcome year-round, making it ideal for families with pets. The beach is easy to reach and well-equipped for family visits of all ages. Oxwich offers natural appeal beyond the beach itself, with an adventure trail that teaches visitors about local history and wildlife, and stunning walks around Oxwich Point showcasing Gower's dramatic coastal scenery. While there are no lifeguards on duty, the bay is suitable for various water activities, though jet-skis are banned and boat access is restricted to club members.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Kiosk on the beach

Beach kiosk providing refreshments

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Google Reviews

4.6(487 reviews)
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Arbaaz Hussain

Arbaaz Hussain

2 months ago

Parking was an absolute nightmare, there are not many food vendors on the beach and theres more pebbles and stones than sand. Overall, beach is beautful and nice for day out with clear water but the other aspects were not so fun. Always plan ahead when going here only one main road that leads to beach.

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Adrenaline-rush

Adrenaline-rush

2 months ago

Oxwich beach was the 2nd beach we visited on a South Wales short break. It's a large family friendly beach, with parking right next to the sea, if you get there early. Parking was £7.00 for the day. There are a number of large, smooth stones on the beach between the sand on the water, so water shoes are a sensible choice. The tide does go out a long way. The tide was out whilst we were there and at that point the bottom was a very gradual slope and you had to walk out quite a way to get it up to your waste. There are toilets on the sea front. Saunas, a shop, cafe, although the cafe was not open that day due to it being out of season.

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Caz

Caz

4 months ago

Lovely beach (bit stony in places) offers a nice walk when the tide is out and amenities for ice-cream, coffee, or sandwiches if you don’t go prepared. Pay to park is fair, best to take cash as contactless payment doesn’t always work.

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Mike Cole

Mike Cole

4 months ago

£7.00 for the car park It has all the facilities you need, toilets, shops & a choice of food outlets. Obviously the miles of beach are the main attraction

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Kothmini Samarakoon

Kothmini Samarakoon

a year ago

A family friendly, busy beach. The sea is relatively calm here, making it a safer spot for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. A good beach for beach activities like beach fires during sunny seasons. There's a large car park right next to the beach,literally on the beach. Also, there are cafés and restaurants and even free public toilets nearby the beach.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Oxwich Bay Beach

Is Oxwich Bay Beach free to visit?

Entry to Oxwich Bay Beach is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Oxwich Bay Beach suitable for?

Oxwich Bay Beach is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Oxwich Bay Beach dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Oxwich Bay Beach.

Is there parking at Oxwich Bay Beach?

Yes — Oxwich Bay Beach has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Oxwich Bay Beach?

Yes — Kiosk on the beach is on site at Oxwich Bay Beach. Beach kiosk providing refreshments

Is Oxwich Bay Beach pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Oxwich Bay Beach is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Oxwich Bay Beach?

Oxwich Bay Beach is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Oxwich Bay Beach by public transport?

Oxwich Bay Beach is well-served by public transport.

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