Social media users have been sharing footage of Skrinkle Haven, a hidden beach near Manorbier on the Pembrokeshire Coast, drawing comparisons to Thailand, the Maldives and Sicily.
Posting a video clip on Instagram, user @TenbyClare wrote: "This isn't Thailand. This isn't the Maldives. This isn't Greece, or even Sicily. This is Pembrokeshire, Wales, and hardly anyone knows where this hidden beach is."
In the caption, she explains that the beach can only be reached at low tide, either by steps down from the rocky cliffside or through its neighbouring cove, Church Doors Cove.
A hidden bay with a narrow rock passage
Clare wrote: "You can only reach this beach through a narrow crack in the rock at low tide, and what's waiting on the other side looks nothing like the UK. Skrinkle Haven, near Manorbier on the Pembrokeshire coast, is a hidden gem of golden sand and dramatic limestone cliffs, accessed via its neighbouring cove, Church Doors, where two soaring arched caves cut through the rock face."
She added: "Whether you're squeezing through the tunnel linking the two coves, spotting curious seals in the water, or simply taking in the golden sand and towering cliffs, Skrinkle Haven is a wonderful place to experience the Welsh coast at its most secret."
The beach is described as a small rocky bay surrounded by high cliffs, with sand at low tide. Access is via steep steps, and all the land in the area is owned and managed by the National Trust.
Five-star reviews on TripAdvisor
Despite its beauty, Skrinkle Haven has only four reviews on TripAdvisor, all of which give it a five-star rating.
One visitor wrote: "Absolutely stunning beach and cliffs, very steep long steps to reach beach but worth it. Also found a gap in cliffs that took you through to another beach, this is not ideal for everyone though!! (The beach can be located by land when tide goes out ). No facilities do beware!!"
Another reviewer said: "For 2 hours either side of low tide you have the most incredible beaches I've ever seen! I was nervous about the access and although it's a lot of steps they do have railings all the way down and were fine for my 5 year old - so you don't need to be super fit but you might not want to carry lots like chairs etc -There are lots of giant rocks you can comfortably sit on anyway."
They added: "We went at 11am on a sunny day in August school holidays & were able to park for free at the entrance to the coastal path. There are also lots of parking spaces at the youth hostel which is free if you use the cafe."
