The majestic Glamorgan Heritage Coast features cliffs composed of stacked limestone strata and flat limestone pavements stretch into the sea. Monknash makes a perfect base: from here a stream with a ruined mill leads to the vast beach of Traeth Mawr. If you’re looking for a roaring fire and an impressive selection of ales and ciders, head for the Plough and Harrow Inn back in the village, built from the ruins of the adjacent monastery.
Photo is “Traeth Mawr” by Reading Tom, used under CC BY / Cropped from original.