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Vault beach
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Vault beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 132th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Vault beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Gorran Haven Beach, which has a rating of 7.5.
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6.5
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Beach overall scores
Vault beach (Cornwall) is located outside the Gorran Haven settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Vault beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is stunning and peaceful, although it's quite a trek from the parking lot. It's advisable to wear beach shoes since the surface is made up of tiny pebbles. I heard that one end of the beach is for nudists, but I didn't explore that area. The highlight of my visit was swimming across the bay, which was incredible."
Kiera Rivers
"This beach is peaceful and serene, and the added bonus is that parking is free. Additionally, the sand is a unique gray color, adding to the charm of the beach."
Hanneke
User reviews
"The beach is stunning and peaceful, although it's quite a trek from the parking lot. It's advisable to wear beach shoes since the surface is made up of tiny pebbles. I heard that one end of the beach is for nudists, but I didn't explore that area. The highlight of my visit was swimming across the bay, which was incredible."
Kiera Rivers
"This beach is peaceful and serene, and the added bonus is that parking is free. Additionally, the sand is a unique gray color, adding to the charm of the beach."
Hanneke
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2.4km from center
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3km from center
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3.1km from center
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Vault beach?
The coastline of Vault beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Vault beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Vault beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Vault beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Vault beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Vault beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Vault beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Vault beach?
Vault beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vault beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Vault beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Coast Path Cafe is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Vault beach?
There are 211 places to stay in the Vault beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Vault beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Vault beach from parking?
The Vault beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Vault beach?
There are 4 attractions near Vault beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Little Perhaver Beach located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Vault beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Vault beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Vault beach (Cornwall) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Vault beach (Cornwall) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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