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Praa Sands beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 25th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and bright 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Praa Sands beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kenneggy Cove, which has a rating of 7.3.
Praa Sands beach is located in Cornwall within Praa Sands, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Longrock 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Riviere Towans 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Riviere Towans 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
St. Ives 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
St. Ives 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Portreath 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
St. Levan 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
St. Levan 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Bareppa 0.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Escalls 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Porthgwarra 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Sennen Cove 0.4 km
What to do in Praa Sands beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Praa Sands beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Praa Sands beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Praa Sands beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Praa Sands beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The coastline of Praa Sands beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praa Sands beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praa Sands beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praa Sands beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Praa Sands beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
The bar is located right on the Praa Sands beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Post Office by Cape & Cove is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
There are 542 places to stay in the Praa Sands beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praa Sands beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Praa Sands beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
There are 1 attractions near Praa Sands beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hendra Beach located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Praa Sands beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Praa Sands 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.Praa Sands 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Bournemouth 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Old Hartley 5.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Newquay 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Newquay 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Margate 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue water
Hastings 0.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access
West Lulworth 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Eastbourne 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Blue pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Folkestone 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue water, Fine pebbles bottom
Rottingdean 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue water, Fine pebbles bottom
Seaford 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Black sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Maidencombe 0.2 km
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