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Porthgwidden Beach
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Porthgwidden 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 small 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 etc. It is very crowded place during the season.
Porthgwidden Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
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.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Porthminster beach, which has a rating of 9.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Porthgwidden Beach is located in Cornwall region (Godrevy sub-region) within St. Ives, 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.
User reviews
"The beach boasts some truly stunning views, but unfortunately, as a person with a disability, I found it challenging to navigate due to the abundance of steps and narrow roads that make it difficult to compete with cars. However, despite these obstacles, the beach has a pleasant atmosphere and the breathtaking views make it all worthwhile."
Silva Joel
"As a resident of Cornwall, I am constantly enamored by the beauty of our sandy beaches. The stunning hue of the water is truly breathtaking, and while we had heard rumors of dolphins in the area, we were not fortunate enough to spot them on this particular day. As this review was written in January, the beach was delightfully uncrowded, allowing for a peaceful stroll along t..."
Hardal Hanife Hardal
User reviews
"The beach boasts some truly stunning views, but unfortunately, as a person with a disability, I found it challenging to navigate due to the abundance of steps and narrow roads that make it difficult to compete with cars. However, despite these obstacles, the beach has a pleasant atmosphere and the breathtaking views make it all worthwhile."
Silva Joel
"As a resident of Cornwall, I am constantly enamored by the beauty of our sandy beaches. The stunning hue of the water is truly breathtaking, and while we had heard rumors of dolphins in the area, we were not fortunate enough to spot them on this particular day. As this review was written in January, the beach was delightfully uncrowded, allowing for a peaceful stroll along t..."
Hardal Hanife Hardal
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Restaurants
- Porthgwidden Beach C...• 2 min walk
- The Pier Coffee Bar• 3 min walk
- The Searoom by Saint...• 3 min walk
- The Mermaid• 4 min walk
Attractions
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Transport
- PZE• 10.3km
- Bullans Hill• 12 min walk
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porthgwidden Beach?
The Porthgwidden Beach 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 Porthgwidden Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porthgwidden 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 Porthgwidden Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Porthgwidden 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 Porthgwidden 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Porthgwidden Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Porthgwidden Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Porthgwidden Beach?
The bar is located right on the Porthgwidden Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Porthgwidden Beach Cafe is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porthgwidden Beach?
There are 706 places to stay in the Porthgwidden Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porthgwidden Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Porthgwidden Beach from parking?
The Porthgwidden 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 Porthgwidden Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Porthgwidden Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are St. Ives Museum located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Porthgwidden Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Porthgwidden 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porthgwidden 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.Porthgwidden 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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