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Carne and Pendower
Two amazing sandy beaches on the Roseland peninsula
Carne beach, Veryan, Truro, Cornwall, TR2 5PF
Opening times for 30 April 2024
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Cafe
Concession catering van at Carne in the warmer months
Dogs
Please keep dogs under close control at all times and observe local byelaws
Car park
Pay and display parking at both Carne and Pendower beaches
Toilet
Seasonal toilets at both Carne and Pendower. Closed at night.
Slopes and uneven ground down to the beaches and on the coast paths. Car parks at both Carne and Pendower with seasonal toilets. Accessible Toilet at Carne open year round. Limited sea view parking at Carne.
Accessible toilet
Accessible toilet at Carne. Closed at night.
Steps/uneven terrain
Uneven access to both beaches, with steps and ramps
Designated parking
Designated accessible parking at Carne
By road
Travel on the A3078 south, turning off at signs for Veryan village. Go through the village and follow signs for Carne and Pendower.
Parking: On site parking at Carne and Pendower.
Sat Nav: Carne - TR2 5P; SW905383; What3Words: able.giving.badminton. Pendower - TR2 5LW; SW897382; What3Words: remaking.losing.belief. Kiberick Cove - TR2 5PH; SW921380; What3Words: wiggly.purchaser.rang
On foot
The south west coast path goes past both beaches.
By train
Truro station, 22 miles by road to nearby Veryan village. Or from Falmouth station you can continue your journey by passenger ferry to St Mawes (9 miles from Veryan).
By bus
Check out www.gocornwallbus.co.uk/services for up to date timetables and routes
By bicycle
National Cycle Network Route 3 connects Portloe and Pendower with the King Harry Ferry. See Sustrans for details.
By ferry
Passenger ferries link Falmouth, Truro, St Mawes and Place (near St Anthony Head). The King Harry Ferry is an iconic car ferry connecting the Roseland with Falmouth and Truro.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Carne and Pendower with your dog
Find out where you can take your dog when you visit Carne and Pendower, and what facilities are available for them.
Highlights
Carne and Pendower beaches
Two sandy beaches, next door to each other, that open up to become one at low tide.
Bunkers and shacks
Nearly hidden underground up on Nare Head is a cold war bunker. Close by is a Second World War 'starfish' decoy bunker. Down the coast path towards Carne beach is the remains of Mallet's Cottage, a fisherman's cottage from around the 17th century.
Veryan Castle and Carne Beacon
Iron Age hillfort, locally known as 'Ringarounds'. Close by is Carne Beacon where legend has it that Gerent, King of Cornwall, was buried.
Things to see and do
Article
Explore the beaches at Carne and Pendower
Accessible all year round, the sandy beaches at Carne and Pendower offer seaside fun, coastal walks with sweeping views, and the chance to explore disused military bunkers.
Top trails
Trail
Carne Beach to Nare Head circular walk
Explore a wooded valley and look out for signs of local history before taking in the far-ranging views at Nare Head on the Nare and back again walk.
Places to stay
Caragloose Farm House
A traditional stone farmhouse located above Camels Cove with miles of views.
Gwendra Wartha
Part of an old farmhouse, with coastal views and nearby beaches that are perfect for paddling.
Mowhay
A three-bedroom cottage with heaps of charm and Cornish coast views in the hamlet of Gwendra.
Gwendra Dairy Cottage
In the tiny hamlet of Gwendra, Gwendra Dairy Cottage offers open plan living and a short walk to the beach.
Gwendra Granary
Adopt a laid-back lifestyle in this coastal barn conversion based in a sleepy farming hamlet.
Hayloft
Beautiful interiors and sea views for miles in this former farm outbuilding in the hamlet of Gwendra.
Bohurrow Farm Cottage
On a quiet corner of the Roseland Peninsula with stunning sea views, this cottage offers a perfect escape.
Roseland Porth Farm House
A large, traditional Cornish farmhouse with the Roseland peninsula on the doorstep.
Upcoming events
Event
Community beach cleans (Pendower)
Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean.
Event
Monumental Improvement walk and talk at Carne Beacon
Carne Monumental Improvement Project show and tell walk.
About Carne and Pendower
Two of the best family beaches on the Roseland peninsula, with fine stretches of sand and rock pools. Walk along the coast and inland to discover the rich wildlife around; it's a butterfly and bird watcher's paradise.
Take a walk inland behind Carne beach to discover the remains of an iron age settlement sitting at the base of the Beacon, telling the story of how people once lived and worked. On nearby Nare Head are clues to its use in the second work war and Cold War. Up on the coast path you may stumble upon tiny ramshackled 'Mallets Cottage' where you can stop a while to catch your breath, stare out to sea and imagine life in earlier times.
History
Article
History of the wartime bunker on Nare Head at Carne and Pendower
Nare Head, next to Carne and Pendower, is home to an underground bunker, which started life as a Royal Observer Corps post spotting aircraft during the Second World War.
Our work
Project
Project
Cornish coastal meadows project
We are working to create 250 hectares of new species rich grassland at National Trust sites across Cornwall. The project, due to be completed by 2026, will help us rise to the twin challenges of biodiversity loss and climate change.
Article
South West Coast Path: creating a year-round economic asset in Cornwall
Thanks to funding from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, places in Cornwall have started improvements to help make the South West Coast Path a year-round experience. Find out where has benefited.
Support us
Volunteer with us
Search for live volunteering opportunities, or register your interest with Carne and Pendower.