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Monknash Beach
FreeRemote sand and shingle beach below the limestone cliffs of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, reached down a steep path from the Plough & Harrow at Monknash. Good flatfish beach at low water.
Access: Free shore access, no rod licence needed for sea fishing
Parking: Small car park at the Plough & Harrow, Monknash
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Plaice | Summer |
| Dab | Winter |
| Flounder | Winter |
| Bass | Summer |
Cliff path down to the beach is steep; check tide times as the beach is cut off at high water.
Sea fishing needs no rod licence anywhere in the UK — shore, boat or wreck marks are all licence-free.
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