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Pentire Steps beach
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About
Pentire Steps beach is located on the Celtic Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 89th 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 several bays coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Pentire Steps 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.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mawgan Porth Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Pentire Steps beach (Cornwall) is located outside the Trenance 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, 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
"I currently consider it my favorite spot. I visited on a sunny day and it was absolutely incredible!"
Eliza Sylvera
"The beach is absolutely stunning and untouched. While other beaches in Cornwall may be crowded on busy days, you'll only find a few families here. The path leads to a small rock climb, which is easily manageable for both agile children and adults. This is why there are not many people around. Furthermore, there is a narrow passage that leads to a deserted sandy beach stretch..."
Stellan Weaver
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"I currently consider it my favorite spot. I visited on a sunny day and it was absolutely incredible!"
Eliza Sylvera
"The beach is absolutely stunning and untouched. While other beaches in Cornwall may be crowded on busy days, you'll only find a few families here. The path leads to a small rock climb, which is easily manageable for both agile children and adults. This is why there are not many people around. Furthermore, there is a narrow passage that leads to a deserted sandy beach stretch..."
Stellan Weaver
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Pentire Steps beach?
The Pentire Steps beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Pentire Steps beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pentire Steps 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 Pentire Steps beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Pentire Steps beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Pentire Steps beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Pentire Steps 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Pentire Steps 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 Pentire Steps beach?
Pentire Steps beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Pentire Steps beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pentire Steps beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Stacks is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Pentire Steps beach?
There are 791 places to stay in the Pentire Steps beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Pentire Steps beach include:
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How far is the Pentire Steps beach from parking?
The Pentire Steps beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Pentire Steps beach?
There are 4 attractions near Pentire Steps beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are The Viewpoint located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Pentire Steps beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Pentire Steps 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?
Pentire Steps 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.Pentire Steps 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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