Two beaches near Powys have been revealed as the best for dogs in Wales by a recent study. 

Saundersfoot Beach, in Pembrokeshire, was named the best beach in Wales while beaches in Barmouth and Aberdyfi (near Powys) also made the list created by West Wales Holiday Cottages. 

The experts at West Wales Holiday Cottages analysed a range of factors to come up with the list including the number of dog-friendly accommodations and eateries, average temperatures, and water quality.

County Times: See which beaches are among the best in Wales to take your dog.See which beaches are among the best in Wales to take your dog. (Image: Getty Images)

The experts said: "For those who love to be near the beach and also want to share that joy with their four-legged friends, England and Wales have plenty of options.

"A dog-friendly holiday is a perfect way to escape the daily grind and spend quality time with your furry friend.

"Booking a coastal holiday cottage is one of the best options for dog-friendly holidays, as they usually allow pets, making your stay comfortable and convenient.

"But which beaches around England and Wales are the best for dog owners?"

The top 12 best beaches for dogs in Wales

The best beaches in Wales, according to West Wales Holiday Cottages, are:

  1. Saundersfoot Beach, Pembrokeshire
  2. Barmouth Beach, Gwynedd
  3. Llangrannog Beach, Ceredigion
  4. Traeth Trearddur, Anglesey
  5. Whitesands Bay, St David's, Pembrokeshire
  6. Castle Beach, Tenby, Pembrokeshire
  7. Harlech Beach, Gwynedd
  8. Aberdyfi Beach, Gwynedd
  9. Langland Bay, Mumbles, Swansea
  10. Tenby North Beach, Pembrokeshire
  11. Abersoch Harbour Beach, Gwynedd
  12. Aberporth Beach, Ceredigion

The beaches near Powys among the best in Wales for dogs

Barmouth Beach

Barmouth Beach was ranked the second best in Wales for dogs with an overall score of 6.04 out of 10.

The experts at West Wales Holiday Cottages said: "Barmouth Beach comes in close second, boasting an “excellent” water quality rating and 77% of accommodation options in the town allow pets.

"It also has a high review score among those to have visited, at 4.8 and has clocked up over 18,000 posts on Instagram."

County Times: Barmouth Beach was rated second best in Wales for dogs.Barmouth Beach was rated second best in Wales for dogs. (Image: Getty Images)

Aberdyfi Beach

Aberdyfi Beach was ranked eighth best in Wales for dogs.

It had an overall score of 5.11 out of 10 from the West Wales Holiday Cottages study and a review score of 4.7 (out of 5).