Perranuthnoe Beach
9 April 2026
This is a nice secluded spot where you're usually in with a good chance of catching a few waves.
Beaches near Praa Sands
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Perranuthnoe Beach
This is a nice secluded spot where you're usually in with a good chance of catching a few waves.
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Loe Bar Beach
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Loe Bar is a sandbank that formed in the 12th or 13th Century. Strong currents make it unsuitable for swimming here, but it is a popular spot for sea fishing and kite flying, while Loe Pool is a haven for bird watchers. The area is great for walking; particularly the circular walk from Porthleven around Loe Pool.
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Longrock Beach
This safe family beach is just a couple of miles from Penzance town centre. Parking is available in Longrock village, or it is a pleasant stroll from Penzance train station along the path that runs beside the railway line. Great views across Mount's Bay of St Micheal's Mount, which can be reached from neighbouring Marazion Beach.
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Praa Sands Beach
A wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer, Praa Sands beach faces south and is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers.
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Marazion Beach
About a mile long, Marazion beach is a safe, family beach with ample parking and amenities, including a children's play area on the green and some good beachside pubs too. At low tide, you can walk across the stone causeway to the impressive island castle of St Micheal's Mount. At high tide a ferry runs between the beach and the island.
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Rinsey Cove
Just along the coast from the popular beach at Praa Sands, Rinsey is a sand and boulder cove reached down a steep cliff path. The climb is worth it for the stunning views of old mine workings perched on the clifftops. The crags at Trewavas Head are popular with rock climbers.
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Prussia Cove
A lack of facilities make Prussia Cove a tranquil spot even at the height of summer, so if you can live without a beach cafe and loos, this is the one for you. The cove was home to one of Cornwall's most famous smugglers. In the 18th Century, John Carter, known as 'The King of Prussia', used the caves here to stash his smuggled goods. Parking is limited so it's best to get there early during summer. A great spot for snorkelling, the water is crystal clear here. Dogs are allowed year round.
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Bessy's Cove
A small south facing pretty cove accessed via steep steps and a steep path. The cove is rocky with some sand at low tide and a small car park is available about a five minute walk away.
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Gunwalloe Beach
A west-facing pebble beach at the far end of Porthleven beach. Swimming is not recommended due to treacherous water conditions so the beach is normally pretty quiet. The nearest car park is at Chuch Cove beach and involves a walk along the coastal path,
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Keneggy Sands Beach
Reach this secluded sandy cove by taking the headland track round from neighbouring Prussia Cove. An idyllic setting; the cliffs are peppered with quaint cottages.
Beaches near Praa Sands
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Loe Bar Beach
14 July 2025
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Loe Bar is a sandbank that formed in the 12th or 13th Century. Strong currents make it unsuitable for swimming here, but it is a popular spot for sea fishing and kite flying, while Loe Pool is a haven for bird watchers. The area is great for walking; particularly the circular walk from Porthleven around Loe Pool.
Longrock Beach
15 March 2023
This safe family beach is just a couple of miles from Penzance town centre. Parking is available in Longrock village, or it is a pleasant stroll from Penzance train station along the path that runs beside the railway line. Great views across Mount's Bay of St Micheal's Mount, which can be reached from neighbouring Marazion Beach.
Praa Sands Beach
7 March 2023
A wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer, Praa Sands beach faces south and is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers.
Marazion Beach
14 July 2020
About a mile long, Marazion beach is a safe, family beach with ample parking and amenities, including a children's play area on the green and some good beachside pubs too. At low tide, you can walk across the stone causeway to the impressive island castle of St Micheal's Mount. At high tide a ferry runs between the beach and the island.
Rinsey Cove
4 June 2018
Just along the coast from the popular beach at Praa Sands, Rinsey is a sand and boulder cove reached down a steep cliff path. The climb is worth it for the stunning views of old mine workings perched on the clifftops. The crags at Trewavas Head are popular with rock climbers.
Prussia Cove
9 June 2011
A lack of facilities make Prussia Cove a tranquil spot even at the height of summer, so if you can live without a beach cafe and loos, this is the one for you. The cove was home to one of Cornwall's most famous smugglers. In the 18th Century, John Carter, known as 'The King of Prussia', used the caves here to stash his smuggled goods. Parking is limited so it's best to get there early during summer. A great spot for snorkelling, the water is crystal clear here. Dogs are allowed year round.
Bessy's Cove
A small south facing pretty cove accessed via steep steps and a steep path. The cove is rocky with some sand at low tide and a small car park is available about a five minute walk away.
Gunwalloe Beach
A west-facing pebble beach at the far end of Porthleven beach. Swimming is not recommended due to treacherous water conditions so the beach is normally pretty quiet. The nearest car park is at Chuch Cove beach and involves a walk along the coastal path,
Keneggy Sands Beach
Reach this secluded sandy cove by taking the headland track round from neighbouring Prussia Cove. An idyllic setting; the cliffs are peppered with quaint cottages.