Newgale

Measuring almost 3 kilometres in length and facing out into the Atlantic, the beach is sandy with a steep pebble bank above the high tide mark, with South Wales lower coal measures (shale) cliffs at either end. The land surrounding the beach is predominantly agricultural, with the Newgale Campsite situated immediately behind on the opposite side of the road. The coastal waters and coastal belt is designated as the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation, confirming the high conservation status of the area. The bathing water also lies within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The water quality sample point is located to the centre of the beach. Newgale has been identified as a beach that can no longer be indefinitely protected from flooding during storm events. As a consequence, ‘a managed retreat programme’, is being suggested. This will involve constructing a new road.

From the Natural Resources Wales profile.