Can you swim in the Blue Lagoon Pembrokeshire?

It’s free to swim in the Blue Lagoon and jump in from the cliffs or the ruined quarry buildings on your own.

Is the Blue Lagoon in Wales safe?

The Blue Lagoon is a flooded quarry next to the sea and Abereiddy beach. There is a bit of a scramble if you want to go to the ‘beach’ in the lagoon, but nothing to worry about. Alternatively, if you don a wet suit it is possible to enter the lagoon by its sea opening…

How deep is the Blue Lagoon Pembrokeshire?

25m deep
The Blue Lagoon is 25m deep, according to a nearby Pembrokeshire National Park information board. Despite the name, the water is always a distinct greenish hue, owing to the mineral content within the quarry.

How do I get to Blue Lagoon from Pembrokeshire?

How to get there: The Blue Lagoon is in Abereiddy, a small hamlet in Pembrokeshire county in south-west Wales. Park at the Abereiddy Beach car park, and walk the short path to the lagoon.

Is Harlech beach safe for swimming?

Swimming in the clear waters here is generally safe although there is no lifeguard presence and at times jellyfish can be found off this part of the coastline. The beach is popular with families and dog walkers, although there are restrictions on dog walking at certain times of the year.

Is Blue Lagoon toxic?

It is full of harmful chemicals that can cause skin irritations, thrush and illness, with the water reportedly having the same PH value as bleach. The site has been attracting hundreds of people in recent months, who see it as a picnic site rather than a poisonous lake.

Is it safe to swim in Blue Lagoon?

Police warn people to stay away from blue lagoon which is ‘like swimming in bath of bleach’ Police have issued a fresh warning not to swim in a ‘dangerous’ blue lagoon in the Peak District. The disused limestone quarry, in Harpur Hill near Buxton, has been described as ‘probably the most dangerous water in the UK’.

Can you jump into the Blue Lagoon?

The Blue Lagoon at Abereiddy is a great half-day excursion mainly for older kids where you can jump into a deep lagoon (25 metres!). There are 4 levels you can jump from so younger kids can jump from 4 or 5 feet in height and more adventurous teens can go all the way up to the 30 foot one.

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Why is the Blue Lagoon in Wales so blue?

An industrial past. The lagoon just to the north of the beach, was formerly the main slate quarry of the St Brides Slate Company and was active up until 1910. The slate gives a brilliant aqua blue colour to the water.

Is the Blue Lagoon a good place to visit?

The Blue Lagoon is a fun place to visit, park either at the beach or at the start of the village then grab some food and walk up the hillside to fun area, watch different levels of folks jumping into the Tidal pond or take a further walk to the Tower. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.

Is it possible to take a kayak to the Blue Lagoon?

It would be easier to paddle the short but scenic route from Abereiddy Bay car park where the daily charge is £4. It’s next to the beach. Carrying the kayak over the hill to the Blue Lagoon would not be sensible.

Can You kayak from Abereiddy Bay to Blue Lagoon?

Is Abereiddi and the Blue Lagoon still fun to do?

Abereiddi and the Blue Lagoon has been a great favourite of ours for many many years. Now, I am sure it is still great fun to do coasteering, jumping and swimming in the Blue Lagoon – my daughter did it with TYF many years ago and loved it.