Things to do
Alongside a 3 mile golden sandy beach and contemporary promenade, you'll find:
- Aberavon Leisure and Fitness Centre
- adventure golf and playground
- aqua splash zone
- cafes and restaurants
- cinema
- skate park
Ocean Giant adventure playground
A new adventure playground has opened at Aberavon Beach.
The “destination” playground has been partly created out of recycled ocean waste. It features:
- an 8.9-metre high play tower known as the ‘Ocean Giant’
- climbing walls
- a thrilling tube slide
- a zip wire
- swings
- an overhead ladder
- a carousel
- other play equipment
Parking
Summer (1st April - 30th September)
Car parking is available along the seafront. The following car parking information and charges apply:
| Time | Spaces | Disabled | Tariff | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet Avenue | 100 | 11 | £4.00 | 8am - 8pm |
| Ocean Way | 261 | 21 | £4.00 | 8am - 8pm |
| Bay View | 62 | 6 | £4.00 | 8am - 8pm |
| Victoria Road | 14 | 6 | £4.00 | 8am - 8pm |
Major credit/debit cards are accepted.
Toilets
| Venue | Opening times |
|---|---|
| Aberavon seafront toilets | 8.30am - 6.30pm |
The toilets do not have permanent attendants. People should take responsibility for their own wellbeing by following the signs and floor markings which are in place.
Accessible facilities
Aberavon seafront is accessible to all visitors, with:
- disabled parking
- access
- toilets
- seating
Dogs on the beach
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach area between May - September and must be on a lead at all times. Owners may face a fine for non-compliance.
They are allowed on the main beach during off-peak months.
