St Agnes' pride and joy, Trevaunance Cove boasts the dramatic aesthetics typical of Cornwall's north coast. Soaring cliffs and golden sands are complemented by a labyrinth of caves and the almighty Atlantic lapping at its shores. Popular amongst families and sport-lovers alike, Trevaunance Cove is not one to forget.
Chapel Porth beach near St Agnes is very picturesque with ruins of engine houses, but it can get busy in summer and there are only rocks at high tide, so choose the timing of your visit.
With the soaring Gull Rock standing proud on the horizon, Portreath beach is certainly visually striking. Once a working port, the beach is now a firm favourite amongst bodyboarders, surfers and water-lovers, and boasts the advantages of easy access, parking and numerous facilities close to hand.
Porthtowan beach is a real winner. A surfer's paradise and a perfect place for sandy strolls, Porthtowan beach is a Blue Flag award winning beach offering unique natural beauty and plenty of activity to keep you hooked. There is even a children's play area at the top end of the beach to further entertain your little ones.
Miles and miles of the flattest, golden sand make Gwithian popular amongst kitebuggyers and horse riders. Dramatic cliffs and windswept sand dunes give this beach real wilderness appeal.
At low tide this stretch of beach joins up with neighbouring Gwithian to create a long, impressive swathe of sand. It is fairly exposed, so can be quite windy. The lighthouse at it's northern tip was made famous in Virginia Woolfe's 'To The Lighthouse'.
Also known as Spratting Cove, this small, sandy beach is reached by a slippery steep descent down the cliffs. There is a decent sized car park at the top of the cliff and dogs are allowed year round. For a beach with easier access try Portreath which is just over a mile away.
Trevellas-Porth beach is a fisherman and snorkeler's dream. Quieter than its neighbouring coves, the north coast's Trevallas-Porth is characteristically rocky and surrounded by stunning scenery. Wander onto the sand at low tide before branching off onto the coast path. There is no lifeguard cover and dogs are welcome all year.
This beach is only accessable from Fishing Cove at low water, so take care with the tides as there is only one access route off Fishing Cove via the coastal path. At low tide the beach is sandy and dogs are allowed.
The walk down to this beach is not for the faint-hearted, it is a narrow, steep, loose and rocky climb down. It is not advisable to swim here as there are strong currents. It has a small amount of sand and many rock pools.
'With miles of stunning Beaches near Portreath we have listed 15 of the very best beaches Portreath has to offer. Exclusively reviewed by people who have been there.'
1 September 2025
St Agnes' pride and joy, Trevaunance Cove boasts the dramatic aesthetics typical of Cornwall's north coast. Soaring cliffs and golden sands are complemented by a labyrinth of caves and the almighty Atlantic lapping at its shores. Popular amongst families and sport-lovers alike, Trevaunance Cove is not one to forget.
23 July 2024
Chapel Porth beach near St Agnes is very picturesque with ruins of engine houses, but it can get busy in summer and there are only rocks at high tide, so choose the timing of your visit.
1 August 2022
With the soaring Gull Rock standing proud on the horizon, Portreath beach is certainly visually striking. Once a working port, the beach is now a firm favourite amongst bodyboarders, surfers and water-lovers, and boasts the advantages of easy access, parking and numerous facilities close to hand.
28 June 2013
Porthtowan beach is a real winner. A surfer's paradise and a perfect place for sandy strolls, Porthtowan beach is a Blue Flag award winning beach offering unique natural beauty and plenty of activity to keep you hooked. There is even a children's play area at the top end of the beach to further entertain your little ones.
6 June 2012
Miles and miles of the flattest, golden sand make Gwithian popular amongst kitebuggyers and horse riders. Dramatic cliffs and windswept sand dunes give this beach real wilderness appeal.
20 January 2010
At low tide this stretch of beach joins up with neighbouring Gwithian to create a long, impressive swathe of sand. It is fairly exposed, so can be quite windy. The lighthouse at it's northern tip was made famous in Virginia Woolfe's 'To The Lighthouse'.
14 April 2009
Also known as Spratting Cove, this small, sandy beach is reached by a slippery steep descent down the cliffs. There is a decent sized car park at the top of the cliff and dogs are allowed year round. For a beach with easier access try Portreath which is just over a mile away.
9 April 2009
Trevellas-Porth beach is a fisherman and snorkeler's dream. Quieter than its neighbouring coves, the north coast's Trevallas-Porth is characteristically rocky and surrounded by stunning scenery. Wander onto the sand at low tide before branching off onto the coast path. There is no lifeguard cover and dogs are welcome all year.
This beach is only accessable from Fishing Cove at low water, so take care with the tides as there is only one access route off Fishing Cove via the coastal path. At low tide the beach is sandy and dogs are allowed.
The walk down to this beach is not for the faint-hearted, it is a narrow, steep, loose and rocky climb down. It is not advisable to swim here as there are strong currents. It has a small amount of sand and many rock pools.