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Harbour Cove
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About
Harbour Cove 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 spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Harbour Cove 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.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Harlyn Bay beach, which has a rating of 8.2.
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Beach overall scores
Harbour Cove (Cornwall) is located outside the Crugmeer 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 Harbour Cove 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
"This serene beach provides a tranquil escape from the commotion of daily life. Dogs are welcome to frolic in the sand and surf throughout the year. While there are no amenities on the beach, the journey to reach it may be lengthy depending on your parking location. At low tide, the ocean recedes far from shore, creating an expansive landscape to explore."
Khalil Zahir
"This beach is truly a hidden treasure, boasting clear and shallow waters that are surprisingly warm. While it may require a bit of a stroll to reach and lacks many amenities, the vast expanse of pristine sand is well worth the journey. This is certainly a beach that should not be missed and deserves a spot on any beach-lover's list."
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User reviews
"This serene beach provides a tranquil escape from the commotion of daily life. Dogs are welcome to frolic in the sand and surf throughout the year. While there are no amenities on the beach, the journey to reach it may be lengthy depending on your parking location. At low tide, the ocean recedes far from shore, creating an expansive landscape to explore."
Khalil Zahir
"This beach is truly a hidden treasure, boasting clear and shallow waters that are surprisingly warm. While it may require a bit of a stroll to reach and lacks many amenities, the vast expanse of pristine sand is well worth the journey. This is certainly a beach that should not be missed and deserves a spot on any beach-lover's list."
Wilderness Gems.
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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1.6km
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Crugmeer
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1.9km from center
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1.7km
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Located at nearest locality
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2.1km from center
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2.3km from center
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2km
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Crugmeer
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1.9km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Porth 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Porth 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 fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Newquay 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
West Pentire 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Perranporth 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Polkerris 0 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Sconhoe 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Padstow 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Harlyn 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Constantine Bay 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Constantine Bay 1 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Rest A While Tea Gar...• 10 min walk
- Greens of Padstow• 21 min walk
- Down By The Ferry• 21 min walk
- Toy Toys Coffee• 22 min walk
Attractions
- Lower Beach• 16 min walk
- Padstow Sealife Safa...• 19 min walk
- Stepper Point• 19 min walk
- Trebetherick Point• 20 min walk
Transport
- NQY• 13.1km
- Station Road• 27 min walk
- Bodmin General• 19.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Harbour Cove?
The Harbour Cove is covered with soft and fine golden 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Harbour Cove?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Harbour Cove, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Harbour Cove good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Harbour Cove is fully protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Harbour Cove 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 gentle.
Is the Harbour Cove 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 Harbour Cove?
Harbour Cove can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Harbour Cove?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Harbour Cove.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Rest A While Tea Garden (Open from Easter to October) is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Harbour Cove?
There are 368 places to stay in the Harbour Cove area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Harbour Cove include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Harbour Cove from parking?
The Harbour Cove 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Harbour Cove?
There are 4 attractions near Harbour Cove that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Lower Beach located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Harbour Cove?
The month with the highest temperature in Harbour Cove 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?
Harbour Cove (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.Harbour Cove (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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