Campervan swamped by sea at notorious Welsh beach
Campervan swamped by sea at notorious Welsh beach
It is the latest in a number of incidents this year at the famous spot
Campervan falls victim to the tide at Traeth y Greigddu (Black Rock Sands)
A campervan has become the latest casualty to be swamped by the sea at an infamous North Wales beach.
Traeth y Greigddu (Black Rock Sands) is famous for catching out unsuspecting vehicle owners, leaving their prized possessions submerged by sea water.
The picturesque drive-on beach is notorious for trapping vehicles in its sands, only for them to be overwhelmed by the swiftly advancing tide. This year has already seen several such incidents, including a close call just last Sunday.
That particular camper was rescued from the water's clutches, though the full extent of any water damage remains unknown. The most recent misadventure was caught on camera earlier this week as yet another unfortunate campervan fell victim.
It's believed the incident occurred on Friday, and while the details are unclear, the outlook for the motorhome seemed grim, reports North Wales Live.
Campervan falls victim to the tide at Traeth y Greigddu (Black Rock Sands)
(Image: @ecorecovery )
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Social media reactions ranged from sympathy for the owner's plight to outright ridicule.
One witty comment on a TikTok video of the debacle by @Ecorecovery read: "When you can't decide whether to buy a camper or a boat."
Others showed more empathy, with @Ordog25 sharing: "Oh dear... Black Rock Sands strikes again... remember having to be towed off the beach by tractor because I got stuck in the soft sand at the Porthmadog end of the beach."
@Slickster77 remarked: "Nearly had my people carrier, I was in the sea oblivious, luckily I left my keys in the ignition, and a friend shifted it for me, won't make that mistake again."
A Facebook user commented: "It always happens, just don't know why people go on the beaches in those kind of vehicles."
Another Facebook post read: "Problem is they won't be insured for the damage, can't understand them for taking such an expensive vehicle close to sand and water especially when the wind is up too."
Morfa Bychan's sprawling sandy beach near Porthmadog is one of the rare North Wales beaches where cars are allowed access. Frequently lauded as "one of the best beaches in Wales" on TikTok, it's a hit with visitors.
The beach's drive-on convenience means families can easily bring their sun-loungers and picnic gear from their cars, avoiding treks from far-off car parks. However, this ease does have its cost – between April 1 and September 30, there's a day ticket charge of £8 for cars and £16 for bigger vehicles and campervans.
Despite multiple cautions about the soft sand and rapidly changing tides, advice is sometimes not heeded, leading some to experience unexpectedly high costs after their visit.
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