I have family in the area, and as has been said this is actually only a very small stretch of beach. The surrounding area is comprised of normal sandy beaches,

I have family in the area, and as has been said this is actually only a very small stretch of beach. The surrounding area is comprised of normal sandy beaches, and is arguably more famous for being home to the permanent art installation "Another Place" by Antony Gormley - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Place_(sculpture) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Place_(sculpture)