Mid Wales is undiscovered country (well, almost). It's always been popular with families holidaying…read morefrom the West Midlands, but the many coastal towns have avoided the typical trajectory of other British seaside resorts (well, ok, not all). Aberdyfi is the quintessence of everything that can remain right with a British seaside town. From its multicoloured but not garish main street to its beautiful white sand dunes, Aberdyfi (pronounced Aber-dovey) is always Aber-lovely. There are watersports to get into, and the jet skis do tend to spoil the serenity at times, but these are small things when you take in the surroundings, which are very relaxing. Good for families, too you can still take a donkey ride during summer, but this tends to be less candyfloss commercialism than a little break from lounging around or swimming in the clean, cool waters. Alternatively, take a walk all along the beach to Tywyn and back. You'll like it.

This must be one of the best beaches not only in North Wales but also in the UK. It's got acres of…read moresand, spectacular views (you can see Bear Grylls' private island if you know which way to look) and parking is no problem at all. If you fancy a day at the beach then this should be at the top end of your list.

A huge, soft and sandy beach, very busy in summer, easily accessible from the town and the shops,…read moreamusement arcades, fast food outlets and pubs. During the holiday season there are often trampolines and donkey rides on the sand. We prefer to come here to walk at quieter times of year. There are great views of the mountains from here, Cadair Idris in particular.

Excellent beach especially when the weather is good. Great sand and about a mile long so plenty of…read moreroom.

A great little sandy beach just 4 miles from Cardigan in a fairly remote area, and safe for…read moreswimming. You can sometimes spot seals and dolphins too. There are lots of steps down to the beach so may not be suitable for everyone. There's a National Trust car park at the top and a small caravan park (Blaunwaun) nearby.

Totally agree with Jane, a great little beach. Not easy to find or know about unless you know…read more(which, of course you do now) - down a long and winding road that feels like it will never get there. Then you see the sandy bay below, carved out of the hillside and framed by massive steep hills on either side, focussing into the distant sea horizon - spectacular. There's a little hut at the top selling beachy stuff and ice creams and things, along with toilets facilities. The steep steps to the beach are a bit daunting but didn't seem to stop anyone - in fact the beach was packed (this was summer time - just ignore the date of this review) but this didn't spoil it - a great holiday spot for all. Some of the breakers were a bit rough on the day, but these will vary. Excellent place, well worth the effort to find and get to.

No trip to Aberystwyth is complete without a walk on the Prom! The colorful houses, beautiful…read moreviews, and the sounds of the waves is an absolute must! My recommendation would be to go around sunset to take in the setting sun! Stop and get yourself a waffle or ice cream (depending on season) and enjoy the views from a bench!

A mixed fairly dark sand and shingle beach but pleasant enough to walk on. The water is good for…read moreswimming and surfing too. It's a safe family beach with a lifeguard during the summer, disabled access and nearby toilets. There are many cafes and kiosks for ice cream and snacks and the beach is very close to the town as well. Nice views of Constitution Hill and the Georgian hotels and guest houses along the promenade and some great sunsets to be seen here too.

A pleasant and nicely sheltered beach. The down side is that you have to pay to park along the…read moreEsplanade, the up side is that dogs are banned so no danger of stepping in something unpleasant. The nearby Cafe Morannedd offers refreshments and toilets.

In the hills of Happy Valley (real name) and along the ridgeline to Aberdyfi lies the Bearded Lake…read more It's not particularly beardy, though if you choose to swim in it's dark blue waters your legs will no doubt be brushed by lots of vegetation. It's an unexpected thing and a nice place to stop if you're doing the whole day's walk along the mountains to the beach at lovely Aberdyfi. If you're driving, there is a car park next to the narrow road through the valley.

Visited April 2015: "Breathtaking views of the Narrow Sea/St George's Channel"…read more Overlooked by the imposing craggy hill of Carn Llidi, this wide expanse of fine white sand curves north towards the remote rocky headland of St Davids Head. It is known to surfers as one of the best beaches to surf at, cliffs to hike, has parking, and a restaurant. There is a lifeguard on duty from end of May and the beginning of September.

One of my favourite beaches in Wales as it's so beautiful and remote. The golden sand is soft and…read morethe bay is sheltered between the headlands of St David's Head and Point St John which stretch out into the sea. A 'blue flag' area which is popular with surfers, swimmers, canoeists and walkers. The Pembrokeshire coastal path takes you in either direction around the cliffs to enjoy the fantastic views. We have friends in St Davids (just a few miles away) so have often combined visits to see them with walks around this lovely bay.