Summer may be coming to an end but September usually brings a fair few sunny days so you don’t need to dismiss a trip to the beach just yet. If you are planning a coastal getaway then there are lots of places to choose from near to Greater Manchester, from the golden dunes of Formby to the scenic coves of Anglesey.
With miles upon miles of coastline, North Wales is a popular spot for Mancs seeking a day at the seaside. Talacre, Rhyl and Llandudno are all nearby, but if you make the effort and drive all the way to Barmouth – where North Wales meets West Wales – you could be rewarded with spotting a dolphin or two.
In fact earlier this summer a pod of dolphins were caught on camera just off the coast of Barmouth beach. Dominic Vacher spotted the creatures in July swimming near the shore.
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Barmouth is located in Cardigan Bay, which is home to the UK’s biggest population of bottlenose dolphins. You may also spot grey seals or harbour porpoise – so it’s worth bringing a pair of binoculars with you.
Although Barmouth is around a two and half hour drive from Greater Manchester, it’s golden sand and views of Snowdonia make it worth the drive. It’s previously been named as one of the best beaches in the UK by The Sunday Times, thanks to its vast beach and natural beauty.
The town itself is close to the Mawddach estuary and there’s a spectacular railway bridge which spans across it – perhaps one of the most scenic rail journeys you can do in the country. There’s also the option of getting a ferry across, a service which has been running for hundreds of years.
Head onto the beach and you’ll discover golden sand mixed with fine shingle. It gently slopes down to the water and at low tide rock pools are exposed, which kids will love to explore.
It’s a popular spot for swimming due to a craft exclusion zone and shallow waters. But watersports are common too, especially stand-up paddleboarding in the calm water of the harbour.
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