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Vale of Glamorgan

Nash Point Lighthouse – Monknash Beach loop from St Donats

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Vale of Glamorgan

Nash Point Lighthouse – Monknash Beach loop from St Donats

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8

runners

Nash Point Lighthouse – Monknash Beach loop from St Donats

01:10

10.9km

120m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

271 m

Stone Gate with Coat of Arms

Highlight • Historical Site

2

1.04 km

Penryn Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Penryn Bay is a secluded cove located a stone's throw away from the magnificent St Donats Castle and Arts Centre on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.

The bay features a huge …

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3

2.54 km

Nash Point Lighthouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Nash Point Lighthouse is an iconic and historic building dating back to the 19th century.

The lighthouse is open to visitors and the fog signal is sounded on the first …

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4

2.73 km

Nash Point Lighthouse

Highlight • Other

5

5.44 km

View of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast Cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

6

5.44 km

Monknash Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

The beach at Cwm Nash, also known as Monknash, is a beautiful beach with a dramatic cliff backdrop.

The brook that arrives at the beach from the north spills onto …

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7

5.88 km

Shaded Forest Path

Highlight • Trail

Easy access to the bay and cliffs. Perfect start to hike in directions of Dunraven Bay or Nashpoint Lighthouse.

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8

7.46 km

Winston's Barrow

Highlight • Pub

enjoy the views

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B

10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.94 km

4.51 km

1.30 km

154 m

Surfaces

5.03 km

4.77 km

439 m

266 m

154 m

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