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Best Beaches in Cornwall

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Best Beaches

There are a number of top beaches and great places to visit in Cornwall. This blog will highlight only some of cornwall's best beaches, there are so many in this beautiful county.

Kingsand Beach

A charming small south-east-facing Cornwall beach that backs onto a lovely village of the same name. Kingsand Beach is home to the iconic seafront Kingsand clocktower, which was built to commemorate the coronation of King George V.

Kynance Cove

Without doubt one of the most beautfiul beaches in the whole of the UK, Kynance Cove is simply stunning and picturesque. With a white sandy beach and deep turquoise waters, it is beach you must visit while in Cornwall.

Porth Joke Beach

Only five miles away from bustling Newquay with it's attractions and shop, you would expect this amazing beach in cornwall to also be packed. However even during high season it remains very quiet. Set within a between grassy headlands, Porth Joke beach has beige sand, crystal-clear waters and the ideal conditions for surfing without the crowds.

Porthcurno Beach

If you are looking for Caribbean-blue waters in the UK this is the beach for you. With fine sand and high cliffs that provide shelter from the wind, this is a wonderful beach you must visit.

Beaches in Devon also worth visting

There are also a number of fantastic beaches in Devon that you should also visit including Woolacombe beach.

Harlyn Bay Beach

Harlyn Bay Beach is recognised for being a great family beach. Located in the lee of Trevose head, with a northerly aspect it is better msheltered than some of its west facing neighbouring beaches. The wide crescent of beautfiul yellow sand provides loads of space and the waters are generally safe for swimming during summer months, when there is a lifeguard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the clearest water in Cornwall?

Situated right at the end of Cornwall, just a mile from Land's End, Sennen Cove has wonderful white sands and crystal clear waters

What beach is the prettiest?

An impossible question to answer. There are so many amazing beaches. We recommend going on a long holiday and visiting as many as possible.

Where to stay in Cornwall

There are a number of accomodation options available including hotels, self-catering, cottages along with camping and caravans parks.

Planning Your Next Beach Adventure or Travel?

If you are looking to plan a new beach adventure or travel please take the time to read some of our other blogs that feature amazing beaches across the United Kingdom. The first and last blog you should read.

 

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