What is the water and sand quality of the Brandy Cove?

Brandy Cove has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Brandy Cove?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Brandy Cove, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Brandy Cove good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Brandy Cove is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Brandy Cove for swimming is very positive.

Is the Brandy Cove good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Brandy Cove secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Brandy Cove?

Brandy Cove can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Brandy Cove?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Brandy Cove.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Surfside Cafe - Caswell Bay is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Brandy Cove?

There are 484 places to stay in the Brandy Cove area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4922857&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">9_108 Redcliffe Apartments, Caswell Bay</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8325156&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Woodridge Court, Langland</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9978520&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">9_01 Redcliffe Apartments, Caswell Bay</a></li></ul>

How far is the Brandy Cove from parking?

The Brandy Cove has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Brandy Cove?

There are 4 attractions near Brandy Cove that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Underhill Park located in 2.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Brandy Cove?

The month with the highest temperature in Brandy Cove is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Brandy Cove (Swansea) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Brandy Cove (Swansea) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Brandy Cove

Bishopston, United Kingdom

6.6

#97 out of 119 in Wales 3

Free entrance Virgin beach Secluded relax Easy access Gray sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Hareslade • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Bishopston playground

1.5km

Playground Murton Green Playground

1.7km

Park Pwlldu Point

1.2km

Park Bishop's Wood Local Nature Reserve

1.4km

Hiking Area Bishopston Valley

1.4km

Park Murton Park

1.7km

Park Copley Common

1.8km

Park Snaple Point View point

1.9km

Park Oystermouth Woodland Burial

2.7km

Park Castle Road Allotments

2.9km

Park Acre Field Allotments

2.9km

Cafe Surfside Cafe - Caswell Bay

8.4 - Very good 870m

Cafe The Beach Shack - Caswell Bay

2 - Very poor 880m

Restaurant Gower pizza

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant The Plough and Harrow - Murton

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Bar The Valley

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar The Joiners Arms

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Langland's Brasserie

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Bar The Newton Inn

8.4 - Very good 2km

Bar Beaufort Arms

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Supermarket Marks and Spencer

2.9km

Supermarket Tesco Express

6.8km

Supermarket Tesco Express

7.6km

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

7.7km

Ice Cream Shop Joe's Ice Cream Parlour

9.6 - Exceptional 7.9km

Supermarket Tesco Express

8.3km

Grocery Store Masala Bazaar - St. Helens Road, Swansea

8.4km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

8.7km

Discount Store Poundland

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Underhill Park

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Rotherslade Bay

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Oystermouth Castle

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Southend Gardens

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Hill Local Nature Reserve

9.2 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Pier

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Stepping Stones

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Lighthouse

9.2 - Excellent 4.9km

Tourist Attraction Dylan Thomas Birthplace

9.2 - Excellent 7.9km

Performing Arts Theater Swansea Grand Theatre

9 - Excellent 8.6km

Art Gallery Glynn Vivian Art Gallery

9.1km

Bowling Alley Tenpin Swansea

8.4 - Very good 9.2km

Movie Theater ODEON Swansea

8.6 - Excellent 9.2km

Historical Landmark King Arthur's Stone

9.8km

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About

Brandy Cove is located on the Celtic Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 9th place out of 11 beaches in the Swansea region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

Weather

history

+17 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Hareslade • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Bishopston playground

1.5km

Playground Murton Green Playground

1.7km

Park Pwlldu Point

1.2km

Park Bishop's Wood Local Nature Reserve

1.4km

Hiking Area Bishopston Valley

1.4km

Park Murton Park

1.7km

Park Copley Common

1.8km

Park Snaple Point View point

1.9km

Park Oystermouth Woodland Burial

2.7km

Park Castle Road Allotments

2.9km

Park Acre Field Allotments

2.9km

Cafe Surfside Cafe - Caswell Bay

8.4 - Very good 870m

Cafe The Beach Shack - Caswell Bay

2 - Very poor 880m

Restaurant Gower pizza

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant The Plough and Harrow - Murton

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Bar The Valley

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar The Joiners Arms

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Langland's Brasserie

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Bar The Newton Inn

8.4 - Very good 2km

Bar Beaufort Arms

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Supermarket Marks and Spencer

2.9km

Supermarket Tesco Express

6.8km

Supermarket Tesco Express

7.6km

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

7.7km

Ice Cream Shop Joe's Ice Cream Parlour

9.6 - Exceptional 7.9km

Supermarket Tesco Express

8.3km

Grocery Store Masala Bazaar - St. Helens Road, Swansea

8.4km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

8.7km

Discount Store Poundland

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Underhill Park

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Rotherslade Bay

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Oystermouth Castle

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Southend Gardens

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Hill Local Nature Reserve

9.2 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Pier

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Stepping Stones

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Mumbles Lighthouse

9.2 - Excellent 4.9km

Tourist Attraction Dylan Thomas Birthplace

9.2 - Excellent 7.9km

Performing Arts Theater Swansea Grand Theatre

9 - Excellent 8.6km

Art Gallery Glynn Vivian Art Gallery

9.1km

Bowling Alley Tenpin Swansea

8.4 - Very good 9.2km

Movie Theater ODEON Swansea

8.6 - Excellent 9.2km

Historical Landmark King Arthur's Stone

9.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

530m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

9_108 Redcliffe Apartments, Caswell Bay

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Located at nearest locality

Hareslade • 940m from center

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540m from the beach

Redcliffe Apartment L

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Located at nearest locality

Hareslade • 940m from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

The Old Stables

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Hareslade • 1.4km from center

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Langland Bay Manor by Mia Living 3 bed with sea view with FREE parking

2.1km from the beach

2.7 Poor

Langland Bay Manor by Mia Living 3 bed with sea view with FREE parking

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Hareslade • 2.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

750m 10 min walk

Caswell Bay beach

7.7 Very good

1.2km 16 min walk

Pwll Du beach

6.8 Good

2.2km

Langland Bay

7.1 Good

3.6km

Mumbles beach

5.9 Pleasant

4.9km

Three Cliffs Bay

7.8 Very good

5.8km

Oxwich Bay beach

8 Very good

Popular beach 8km

Swansea Beach Swansea beach

7.3 Good

12km

Port Eynon beach

6.5 Good

Localities

Nearest

Hareslade • 720m

Transport

Airport

SWS • 4.5km

Bus Station

Brandy Cove Road • 1km

Train Station

Bynea • 12.2km

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Locher Manuela

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is a peaceful and secluded spot, perfect for those seeking a tranquil getaway. Additionally, it is easily accessible, making it a convenient choice for visitors.

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Eric Thompson.

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

As you walk east from Mumbles point, the coastline path will lead you through some developed beaches on a well-maintained path. However, once you reach the far end of Caswell, the terrain becomes more rugged and can get quite muddy during the winter season. After a short trek around the cliff, you'll finally reach Brandy Cove, which is nestled between short, steep cliffs. This small, rocky inlet has a name that suggests some mysterious, ancient smuggling activity. The best time to visit Brandy Cove is on a warm May Day when the late spring sunshine sparkles on the sea. There are no houses or cars to interrupt the peaceful atmosphere, and no ice cream parlors to distract you. This is a beautiful, unspoiled slice of the Gower coastline that's definitely worth a visit.

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Stephen

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The bay is a fantastic secluded spot, though it can get quite cramped when the tide comes in. However, there's plenty of room to explore when the tide is out, making it an ideal place to escape the crowds.

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Darren Wandell

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This place on the Gower Peninsula is one of the more peaceful and private bays. Additionally, it is easily accessible.

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Aurora Woods

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Brandy Cove has a rich history, having been a popular spot for smugglers and the site of a tragic murder where a woman's body was hidden in one of the caves. Locals also tell stories of a woman named Old Moll who lived in one of the caves and was believed to be a witch due to the misfortunes that befell the villagers and their animals when she passed through. Despite being shot with a silver bullet and maimed in one leg, she mysteriously disappeared and was never seen again. Despite its haunting past, Brandy Cove offers a lovely walk down to a secluded cove that is never overrun with visitors and is a great spot for a day out with your furry friends as dogs are allowed.