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    Poppit Sands

    Gwbert, Pembrokeshire CoastSea pool on Teifi EstuarySwimming allowed

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    Sandy beach at the mouth of the Teifi Estuary with public access, toilets, café and seasonal lifeguard patrols.

    Water
    Sea pool, Teifi Estuary
    Entry
    Car park charge in season; blue badge holders park free.
    Facilities
    Car park, public toilets, café, lifeboat station
    Lifeguard
    Lifeguards patrol from the end of June to the beginning of September.
    Dogs
    Dogs are not allowed on the section in front of the car park and lifeguard station from 1 May to 30 September; dogs are allowed on other sections.

    Getting there

    Use the National Park car park near the beach. Access the beach by the timber boardwalk from the car park.

    52.1070, -4.6970

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Do not attempt to cross the estuary.
    • Keep children and dogs supervised.
    • Check tide times before visiting.
    • Dogs are not allowed on the restricted beach section from 1 May to 30 September.

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    Questions about Poppit Sands

    Can you swim at Poppit Sands?

    Yes. Public swimming takes place at Poppit Sands, but strong currents and rapidly changing tides make bathing hazardous.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Poppit Sands?

    Car park charge in season; blue badge holders park free.

    Are dogs allowed at Poppit Sands?

    Dogs are not allowed on the section in front of the car park and lifeguard station from 1 May to 30 September; dogs are allowed on other sections.

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