Yes, seasonal bathing2 miTrecco Bay
Newton
Rest Bay
Porthcawl, WalesSea poolYes, seasonal bathing
Rest Bay is a designated bathing beach with excellent 2025 water quality.
- Water
- Sea pool
- Lifeguard
- Patrols 10am–6pm from 29 June 2024
When you can swim
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Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
Rest Bay is near Porthcawl, Wales. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.
51.4908, -3.7306
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim and bodyboard between the red and yellow flags.
- Surf, kayak and use paddleboards between the black and white flags.
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