It’s reputedly the longest private beach in Europe and it could be glorious if not for one glaring reason. Dominating the backdrop is a giant industrial plant that owns the beach and has tried to stop local people walking there in the past. Older residents remember how it used to look.
Lined by trees, with a farmhouse reminiscent of an “Italian villa” nearby, the “beautiful’ sandy beach was flanked by moorland and dunes that have since become part of a nature reserve. The site owners say the beach is hazardous but public access is permitted thanks to a hard-fought battle by local residents. Privately owned by steel giant Tata, Morfa Beach – also known as Margam Sands – lies in the shadow of Port Talbot’s massive steelworks.
READ MORE: Monster jellyfish and crab that 'could wipe out town' spotted on North Wales beach READ MORE: Dramatic lake rescue on Yr Wyddfa reignites debate about dog owners who 'don't give a s**t' According to one visitor, it’s a place where “ocean tranquility meets industrialisation”. Given the backdrop, it’s perhaps little wonder the beach is regarded as a good spot for naturists. “Never too busy,” said one aficionado.
“Usually you will not see a soul around.” The beach stretches from the deep harbour at the eastern end of Aberavon sands to the mouth of the Afon Cynffig, reports WalesOnline . A footpath runs alongside the beach but in 2011, a row broke out when Tata tried to close a section, arguing it was part of an area .
