

Location
MONKNASH BEACH
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
About MONKNASH BEACH
Welcome to the enchanting Monknash Beach, a hidden gem nestled along the rugged coast near Cardiff, Wales. This secluded spot is a favorite among those who embrace the naturist lifestyle, offering a serene escape where the dress code is strictly optional! Monknash Beach, often whispered about in nudist and naturist circles, is not just a place to sunbathe au naturel; it's steeped in history. Once owned by the Cistercian monks of Neath Abbey, this beach offers more than just sand and waves; it's a journey back in time. The dramatic cliffs and the ancient woodland that frames the beach add to…
Directions
Make your way to the Plough and Harrow pub, Monknash CF71 7QQ. Drive past the front of the pub keeping it on your right and travel a quarter of a mile down the lane to the car park opposite the farmhouse. Continue on foot along the lane to the stone stile on your right. A short walk along this path brings you onto the beach. Turn right and walk along the beach. Anywhere here is good to get naked…
Discussions
- Monknash Ladder
At the beach today and the ladder will be closed for 2 weeks from 15th March- hope they arent taking it away!
0 replies712 views - Reflections on first visit!
First visit yesterday. A great beach, and having lived in Cardiff area for many years cant believe I havent visited before! Walk to the beach is 15 mins or so…
0 replies304 views - Cliff erosion at Monknash (or Traeth as it's correctly called -and all that means is 'Beach' in Welsh)
You must be aware of this, there have been landslips in the past and I saw a guy injured by a single rock the size of a football, who was then (after along…
0 replies514 views - Monknash and Wick in winter
Does anyone visit this place for naked walks this time of year? Would like to hear what people think of this :-)
0 replies309 views - Naked beach picnic.
There are at least two other ways to easily access this beach before the tide is fully in, without going up or down the ladder. As long as you don't mind a bit…
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