Portwrinkle Beach
28 May 2026
Small but perfectly formed, a typical Cornish cove - what more could you want?
Things to do near Seaton Cornwall
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Portwrinkle Beach
Small but perfectly formed, a typical Cornish cove - what more could you want?
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Looe Beach
This large sandy beach is ideal for families, with shallow waters safe for paddling. In the height of summer it can get busy here; head for the quieter, rockier eastern end of the beach. Banjo Pier at the western end is a popular hangout for rod and line fishing and is also a lovely spot to sit and watch the trawlers as they come and go from the harbour.
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Millendreath Beach
This sandy, family-friendly beach is about a mile east of Looe. Easily accessed by road.
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Seaton (Cornwall)
More of a hamlet than a village, Seaton has its own beach and a quaint village green. Along the coast is the much busier Looe, a lively resort that straddles a river and edges up the sides of a deep wooded valley. Seaton's biggest attraction is undoubtedly the Monkey Sanctuary, home to a colony of Woolly monkeys and a group of Capuchin monkeys, all of which are guaranteed to melt the heart.
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Downderry Beach
Wide beach backed by cliffs. A mixture of sand, shingle and pebbles, with rock pools at low tide. The eastern part is usually quieter as it is more difficult to access.
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Talland Bay
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Talland Bay comprises of three secluded coves, each with their own character. Guests are spoilt for choice with coves to explore, natural tidal pools to bathe in and plenty of activities on offer. Rent a kayak from the nearby cafe or spend the day luxuriating in the sand, this is a slice of Cornish heaven.
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Seaton Beach
Blessed with a mixture of lush woodland and beautiful coast, Seaton beach is set at the foot of Hessenford valley. Protected from the worst of the elements by high cliffs, Seaton is an idyllic spot to spend a day luxuriating in the sand and soaking up beautiful south west scenery. With facilities close by, there is also a large cafe waiting to welcome you.
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Hannafore Beach
Stretching around Hannafore Point near Looe, Hannafore Beach is a rocky beach backed by grassy banks. With lots of potential for picnics, this beach has lovely views and plenty of rockpools to explore at low tide. Parking is available along the roadside and there is a large car park in West Looe, about a ten minute walk away. Facilities open in high season.
Things to do near Seaton Cornwall
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Looe Beach
29 August 2016
This large sandy beach is ideal for families, with shallow waters safe for paddling. In the height of summer it can get busy here; head for the quieter, rockier eastern end of the beach. Banjo Pier at the western end is a popular hangout for rod and line fishing and is also a lovely spot to sit and watch the trawlers as they come and go from the harbour.
Millendreath Beach
8 September 2015
This sandy, family-friendly beach is about a mile east of Looe. Easily accessed by road.
Seaton (Cornwall)
28 March 2015
More of a hamlet than a village, Seaton has its own beach and a quaint village green. Along the coast is the much busier Looe, a lively resort that straddles a river and edges up the sides of a deep wooded valley. Seaton's biggest attraction is undoubtedly the Monkey Sanctuary, home to a colony of Woolly monkeys and a group of Capuchin monkeys, all of which are guaranteed to melt the heart.
Downderry Beach
13 June 2012
Wide beach backed by cliffs. A mixture of sand, shingle and pebbles, with rock pools at low tide. The eastern part is usually quieter as it is more difficult to access.
Talland Bay
7 October 2011
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Talland Bay comprises of three secluded coves, each with their own character. Guests are spoilt for choice with coves to explore, natural tidal pools to bathe in and plenty of activities on offer. Rent a kayak from the nearby cafe or spend the day luxuriating in the sand, this is a slice of Cornish heaven.
Seaton Beach
8 July 2011
Blessed with a mixture of lush woodland and beautiful coast, Seaton beach is set at the foot of Hessenford valley. Protected from the worst of the elements by high cliffs, Seaton is an idyllic spot to spend a day luxuriating in the sand and soaking up beautiful south west scenery. With facilities close by, there is also a large cafe waiting to welcome you.
Bake Fishing Lakes
Six lakes with carp up to 25lb.
Bray Jack
Angling supplies.
Hannafore Beach
Stretching around Hannafore Point near Looe, Hannafore Beach is a rocky beach backed by grassy banks. With lots of potential for picnics, this beach has lovely views and plenty of rockpools to explore at low tide. Parking is available along the roadside and there is a large car park in West Looe, about a ten minute walk away. Facilities open in high season.