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Porth Beach
Porth beach
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About
Porth Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 32th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and bright 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Porth Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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 directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Towen Beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
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+9
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7.9
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Beach overall scores
Porth Beach is located in Cornwall within Porth, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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.
User reviews
"I can't express enough how significant this beach is to me. I've been coming here since I was just three years old, and it holds countless memories for me. It brings back moments of camping with my family and strolling along the shore with my father, who has since passed away. It's where I built sand castles and experienced countless other childhood joys. Unfortunately, I ha..."
Ryden
"One of the beaches I love the most in Newquay is perfect for families with young children due to its shallow waters."
Nexlin J.
User reviews
"I can't express enough how significant this beach is to me. I've been coming here since I was just three years old, and it holds countless memories for me. It brings back moments of camping with my family and strolling along the shore with my father, who has since passed away. It's where I built sand castles and experienced countless other childhood joys. Unfortunately, I ha..."
Ryden
"One of the beaches I love the most in Newquay is perfect for families with young children due to its shallow waters."
Nexlin J.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- The Mermaid Inn• 4 min walk
- Porth Veor Manor Hot...• 4 min walk
- Great Western Hotel,...• 21 min walk
- Secret Garden• 22 min walk
Attractions
- Caravan Park Newquay...• 3 min walk
- Cornwall Waverunner...• 8 min walk
- St Columb Minor Pari...• 15 min walk
- El Huichol Mexican S...• 19 min walk
Transport
- NQY• 4.8km
- East St. Post Office• 25 min walk
- Luxulyan• 22.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porth Beach?
The coastline of Porth 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.
What are the key activities at Porth Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porth 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 Porth 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.
Porth Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Porth Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Porth Beach good for families?
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 very smooth.
Is the Porth Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Porth Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Porth Beach?
Porth Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers (caravans / tent)
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porth Beach?
The bar is located right on the Porth Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Mermaid Inn is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porth Beach?
There are 779 places to stay in the Porth Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porth Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Porth Beach from parking?
The Porth 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Porth Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Porth Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Caravan Park Newquay - Porth Beach located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Porth Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Porth Beach is July. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porth 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.Porth 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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