Beach

Marloes Sands

Pembrokeshire

Dog Friendly Rating: 9/10 A remote National Trust beach with striped red and grey cliffs, approached via a coastal path walk with year-round access and no facilities on site.

Marloes Sands is one of Pembrokeshire's most spectacular beaches — a broad, sweeping arc of sand and rock backed by grassy cliffs, with views out to Skomer and Skokholm islands. Reaching it requires a walk of about fifteen minutes from the National Trust car park through farmland, which keeps casual visitors away and preserves its wild, unspoilt character. At low tide, excellent rock pools emerge along the foreshore, and the sheer scale of the beach becomes apparent.

Dogs are welcome year-round on this stunning dog friendly beach, and the combination of open sand, rock pools, and cliff-backed seclusion makes it one of the finest coastal outings in West Wales. The sandy sections provide great running ground, while the rock pools and tideline offer endless sniffing opportunities. Water access is straightforward for dogs who enjoy a paddle. The walk in means this suits owners happy with a short hike to reach the shore, but the reward is a beach that feels genuinely remote.

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Dog Access Year Round

Beach Type Sand, Rock

Tide Notes Excellent low-tide rock pools; beach accessible at most tide states

Facilities No facilities at the beach; pub in Marloes village

Parking National Trust car park at Marloes - walk to beach approx 15 min

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marloes Sands dog friendly?

Marloes Sands is one of the best beaches in Pembrokeshire for dogs, earning a 9/10 rating on Wildpack Collective. The wide sandy beach gives dogs plenty of room to run, while the rock pools and tideline offer brilliant sniffing territory, and getting into the water is easy for dogs who enjoy a paddle.

Are dogs allowed at Marloes Sands year round?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Marloes Sands throughout the year with no seasonal restrictions. This makes it a reliable choice whatever time you're visiting West Wales.

What should I know before visiting Marloes Sands with my dog?

The beach is reached via a roughly 15-minute walk from the National Trust car park through farmland, so be prepared to keep your dog under close control on the approach, particularly around livestock. There are no facilities at the beach itself, so bring everything you need including water and waste bags , though there is a pub in the nearby village of Marloes if you fancy a stop before or after.

Location

Marloes Sands and Mere (Car Park), Marloes, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 3BH

51.728802, -5.203044

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