What is the nicest beach in Cornwall?

Best beaches in Cornwall

• Praa Sands Beach.
• Perranporth (Penhale Sands)
• Marazion Beach.
• Porthmeor Beach.
• Kynance Cove.
• Porthcurno Beach.
• Harlyn Bay.
• Mawgan Porth Beach.

Where is the clearest water in Cornwall?

Sennen Cove
Situated right at the end of Cornwall, just a mile from Land’s End, Sennen Cove is popular with tourists and locals from Spring right through to the Autumn. And with its white sands and clear waters it’s easy to see why.

What can you find in rockpools in Cornwall?

You can discover tons of fascinating marine life that have made their home in Cornwall’s rock pools, from tiny starfish, snapping crabs, slimy snails and transparent prawns. Take a look below at some of the best places to go rock pooling in Cornwall this summer when staying at our family cottages.

Can you swim in Cornwall beaches?

Cornwall has hundreds of beaches; you do not need to venture far from the hotel to take a dip in the sea. Wet suit or no wet suit. Newquay Harbour, the Gannel estuary, Polly Joke, and Porth beach are all wonderful places to swim at high tide and not too far from the hotel. Check the tide times and stay safe.

Which is nicer Cornwall or Devon?

Cornwall stirs your wanderlust; Devon is just a nice place to visit. And you have to admit that Cornwall wins hands-down when it comes to beaches. The weather is always better in Cornwall, too. When rain sweeps in from the Atlantic, Cornwall often emerges in sunshine while clouds get snagged over soggy Devon.

Where is the bluest sea in Cornwall?

Cornwall’s Blue Flag Beaches 2021

• Porthtowan Beach, Porthtowan. Located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this beach is one of Cornwall’s most popular surfing beaches.
• Porthmeor Beach, St Ives.
• Widemouth Bay Beach, Bude.
• Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth.
• Trevone Beach, near Padstow.
• Great Western Beach, Newquay.

Which is nicer Penzance or St Ives?

St Ives is much nicer than Penzance but also smaller. It also has very limited parking if in a guest house/B&B but there are carparks on the edge of town you can use so try and book a place that offers parking if in a car. St Ives gets very busy in the summer but has a quintessential Cornish charm that is worth it.

Where are the best rock pools in Cornwall?

Freddy’s Favourite 5: Rock Pooling Spots in Cornwall

• Polzeath Beach. Polzeath Beach on the North coast of Cornwall is just under 45 minutes from Widemouth Bay Caravan Park.
• Hannafore Point.
• Duckpool Beach.
• Talland Bay.
• Gwithian Beach.

Does Padstow have a beach?

Padstow is connected via a ferry service to the village of Rock which also has magnificent beaches. At low tide you can access the first of these beaches, known as Chidley Pumps or Lower Beach, from a path off to your right about 2 minutes walk from the town.

Is the sea in Cornwall warm?

This means that compared to the north of England you would expect the sea temperature in Cornwall to be positively balmy. In general though, sea temperatures in Cornwall range from around 7°C during a cold winter up to 18°C in the warmer summers.

Where is the nicest place in Cornwall?

Best towns in Cornwall

• Penzance. Penzance Dock.
• St Ives. St Ives harbour over the rooftops.
• Truro. Truro river sunset.
• Falmouth. Falmouth’s old harbour.
• St Just. St Just town square.
• Padstow. Padstow Quayside.
• Fowey. Fowey Yacht.
• Looe. East Looe Riverside.

Is Dorset better than Cornwall?

Dorset is indeed quieter than Cornwall during most of the year. It’s an are that is often overlooked, both by visitors and UK residents, but the Jurassic Coast is lovely, and Corfe Castle is well worth a visit too. Then there are the charming seaside towns all along the coast.