L'Ancresse / Pembroke Bays
L'Ancresse Bay
Pembroke and L’Ancresse bay, situated at the most northern part of the island, accommodates sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters. With the longest stretches of sand in Guernsey, the bays have a gentle slope, making it great for swimming and paddling as well as playing games on the beach.

🏖️ Expansive sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters in northern Guernsey.
🌊 Ideal for swimming, paddling, and various watersports like windsurfing and kayaking.

Why Go

☀️ Enjoy the longest stretches of sand on the island
🏊‍♀️ Gentle slope makes it great for swimming and paddling
🏄‍♀️ Perfect for windsurfing, surfing, sailing, sea kayaking, and fishing
🐕 Dog-friendly during Autumn to Spring months
⛳ Home to an 18-hole golf course at L'Ancresse

Why Avoid

🚫 Dogs are banned during the summer months (May 1st - September 30th)

Getting There

🚌 Easily accessible by bus (routes 12, 91, 92)

Parking

🅿️ Large car park available

Toilets

🚻 Toilets conveniently located at both ends of the wide sweeping bay

Food

🍽️ The Beach House restaurant at Pembroke
🍦 A traditional Kiosk at L'Ancresse

Accessibility

♿ Beach wheelchairs are available for use at Pembroke bay (booking required)

Tags
BeachFamily FriendlyOutdoorSwimmingWatersportsDog FriendlyAccessibleGolf