So, like, this super cool beach that’s like a mile long is totally dog friendly all year round, and it’s just over three hours away from Birmingham. This beach is like the ‘most sheltered beach’ in North Wales, which is pretty awesome, right? You don’t wanna drive all that way just to get blasted by wind, am I right?
Llanbedrog is like nestled under this steep rocky headland covered in pretty heather and surrounded by pine trees. The approach road gives you a sneak peek of the beauty that awaits you below. The golden sands stretch for like a whole mile, and you can bring your furry friend along as long as they’re on a lead between April and September.
According to the Llanbedrog.info website dude, the climate here is like really special. The peninsula is basically an island, surrounded by the sea on three sides, and it’s on the edge of the Gulf Stream. So, this place is like in the perfect spot to enjoy the best of both worlds, you know?
On the south side of the Llyn peninsula, this beach has some super cute beach huts, a cafe bar, a National Trust car park, cool statues, and even an outdoor theatre. It’s a great spot for the kiddos to go swimming, and it’s popular with peeps who wanna sail, windsurf, or kayak. Nearby Abersoch and Pwllheli are also worth a visit. Pwllheli has the biggest marina in North Wales and a bustling open-air market every Wednesday.
You can take some awesome walks around here too. Check out the walk from Mynydd Tir y Cwmwd to see the Llanbedrog tin man sculpture on the cliffside. The coastal paths wind through woodland and heathland, giving you rad views over Cardigan Bay. Keep your eyes peeled for oyster catchers and curlew at low tide, they’re pretty cool birds.
If you’re coming from Birmingham, the address is Llanbedrog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 7TT. It takes a little over three hours to get there, depending on traffic, via the M54 through Telford and Shrewsbury. So pack up the car, grab your dog, and hit the road for a fun day at the beach!