16 beaches

Sea glass beaches in Wales

Anglesey, Pembrokeshire and the Gower are full of small coves where glass collects between the rocks. Check the tides: many of the best spots are only reachable at low water.

Wales © Eirian Evans · CC BY-SA 2.0

Aberystwyth South Beach

Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

Shingle beach below Aberystwyth castle and harbour, a fair, car-free sea glass hunt in the middle of Cardigan Bay.

Wales © Tiia Monto · CC BY-SA 3.0

Bracelet Bay and Mumbles Pier Cove

Mumbles, Swansea

Rocky coves by Mumbles Pier at the tip of Swansea Bay, where hunters find white, green, seafoam and amber glass at low tide.

Wales © Derek Voller · CC BY-SA 2.0

Castle Beach, Tenby

Tenby, Pembrokeshire

Rocky-edged beach below Tenby's castle headland and harbour, where harbour glass and patterned sea pottery turn up at low tide.

Wales © Talsarnau Times · CC BY-SA 3.0

Holyhead Beach

Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey

Explore Holyhead Beach: dramatic coastal scenery, ferry port charm, and outdoor activities, ideal for adventure seekers and relaxation enthusiasts.

Wales © Eirian Evans · CC BY-SA 2.0

Langland Bay Beach

Swansea

Discover Langland Bay Beach: iconic beach huts, excellent surf conditions, and stunning coastal walks, ideal for active relaxation and scenic enjoyment.

Wales © Steve Daniels · CC BY-SA 2.0

Llanfairfechan Beach

Llanfairfechan, Conwy

Pebble-backed beach facing the Lavan Sands west of Conwy, where reviewers say there's plenty of sea glass to pick up.

Wales © M J Roscoe · CC BY-SA 2.0

Milford Haven Beach

Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire

Visit Milford Haven Beach: peaceful estuary views, rich maritime history, and inviting walkways, perfect for tranquil strolls and cultural exploration.

Wales © Robin Drayton · CC BY-SA 2.0

Moelfre Beach

Moelfre, Isle of Anglesey

Small rocky harbour beach in the lifeboat village of Moelfre on Anglesey's east coast, with sea glass among the rocks.

Wales © Steve Daniels · CC BY-SA 2.0

Morfa Conwy Beach

Morfa Conwy, Conwy

Discover Morfa Conwy Beach: serene landscapes, mountain backdrops, and extensive sands, ideal for tranquil retreats and nature appreciation.

Wales © Mark Anderson · CC BY-SA 2.0

Nefyn Beach

Nefyn, Gwynedd

Long sandy and rocky bay on the north Llŷn coast where a collector reports a good amount of glass including cobalt and orange.

Wales © Eirian Evans · CC BY-SA 2.0

Penarth Beach

Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan

Stony Victorian seafront beach by Penarth Pier, recommended by beachcombers for sea glass.

Wales © Bill Boaden · CC BY-SA 2.0

Port Eynon Bay

Port Eynon, Swansea

Gower's best-rated sea glass beach according to collectors, with rare blues reported by the stream at the Horton end.

Wales © KevinD · CC BY 3.0

Rest Bay

Porthcawl, Bridgend

Porthcawl's Blue Flag surf beach, where the rocky 'Cove' end is a known spot for sea glass hunting with children.

Wales © Chris Gorringe · CC BY-SA 2.0

Saundersfoot Beach

Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire

Old coal-port harbour beach in south Pembrokeshire where visitors pick up clear, green and patterned glass around the harbour and Glen Beach.

Wales © Paul Buckingham · CC BY-SA 2.0

Traeth Bach, Cemaes Bay

Cemaes, Isle of Anglesey

Small shingle-topped beach on the west side of Cemaes harbour, Anglesey's most-reported sea glass spot, with blues and black among the finds.

Wales © Philip Halling · CC BY-SA 2.0

Wisemans Bridge Beach

Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire

Enjoy Wisemans Bridge Beach: serene setting, historical significance, and scenic woodland walks, perfect for peaceful relaxation and nature exploration.