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Category Archives for "Cornwall Beaches"

Vault Beach – Secluded quiet beach

Vault Beach A long strip of sand, secluded and rarely busy. There are no facilities here. Access – via a 10-minute walk from the parking area. Not really suitable for pushchairs. A sheltered beach on the east of Dodman Point. A beach of sand and shingle suitable for swimmers but no lifeguards. One end of […]

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Whipsiderry Beach – Dog friendly beach Great for explorers

Whipsiderry Beach Steep steps to reach the beach. At low tide as there is lots to explore; caves, rock pools and dry sand for sheltered sunbathing if the wind is blowing offshore. Whipsiderry Beach is a ten-minute drive from Newquay centre but there is limited parking on-site, there are no lifeguards and dogs are allowed […]

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Porthmeor Beach

Porthmeor Beach Popular surfing and bodyboarding beach, with a surf school located on the beach in the main season. Porthmeor beach is popular with families, the beach is north facing and overlooked by the Tate Gallery. With a wide expanse of soft golden sand, the beach is also the recipient of a Blue Flag and […]

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Porthminster Beach

Porthminster Beach A large sheltered family beach with all facilities, located just below St Ives railway station. A sheltered north-facing crescent of golden sands with views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy lighthouse. Safe bathing. Blue Flag and Seaside Awards 2006. The Blue Flag works towards sustainable development at beaches/marinas through strict criteria dealing with […]

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Porthgwidden Beach St Ives – Small sheltered beach a sun trap

Porthgwidden Beach The smallest beach in St Ives, near to the Island, is popular with families as it is very sheltered and a bit of a sun trap. East facing, with soft golden sand. Surf rescue equipment located on the beach, no professional lifeguard cover. Refreshments Toilets Seasonal dog ban, Easter to October Disabled access […]

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Gyllyngvase Beach – Falmouth’s largest beach

Gyllyngvase Beach BLUE FLAG AWARD Falmouth’s largest beach. A fine crescent of sand popular with families. Disabled Access. Seasonal Dog Ban. Blue Flag Award. Gyllyngvase Beach has a sand chair to enable access to the beach and the water for visitors with mobility problems. The sand chair needs to be hired in advance. The chair […]

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Flushing Beach Falmouth

Flushing Beach Flushing beach is on both sides of the Kiln Quay that you see in the image above by Tim Green.  Small areas of fine sand with scenic views across the water to Falmouth. To get to the beach, drive right through the village of Flushing and park by the roadside. Limited parking. Flushing […]

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