Beaches in Cornwall

There are miles of natural beautiful coastline and beaches in Cornwall to explore which we can look after thanks to your support. It's always best to check the property home page before you set out for your local walk, for up to date opening details and to see if you need to book.

Lansallos

A long stretch of unspoilt coast near Fowey, with a woodland walk from the car park and a play trail all the way down to the beach. Ideal for a walk and picnic on the beach.

Come and see Lansallos

Looking down to Sharrow beach at Whitsand

Sharrow beach at Whitsand Bay

Sharrow beach is part of the miles of golden sand at Whitsand Bay on the Rame Peninsula. Once you have discovered the area you'll have lots of things to keep you busy. The coast path leads you over the cliff tops with great views and places to stop and stare and if you fancy a beach day, then clamber down the footpaths to Sharrow Beach.

Sharrow beach

Sandymouth

At the most eastern tip of North Cornwall can be found the wide open spaces of Sandymouth. With great surf but also with a Trust car park, seasonal café, toilets and lifeguard you will be well catered for.

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Surfers walking towards the sea — Surfing at Holywell, Cornwall

Holywell Cornwall

Surfing at Holywell and Crantock

Head to one of the National Trust recognised surf schools at Holywell and Crantock Beach and get into the water. Surf board hire is also available.

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Dog-friendly beaches in Cornwall

Dog playing on Fistral Beach at Newquay, Cornwall

Looking through summer grasses to Lantivet Bay

Scroll through to see the best dog friendly beaches in Cornwall, perfect to visit with your four legged friend all year around. Dogs are welcome on these beaches, but please keep them on close control as farm livestock may be present nearby.

Gunwalloe

At Gunwalloe you'll find two family-friendly sandy beaches, divided by a rocky headland sheltering a medieval church. Dogs are welcome with a seasonal ban on one of the beaches.

Lansallos

East of the Fowey estuary is a long stretch of unspoilt coast loved by walkers, with abundant wild flowers and birds. You and your pooch can stretch your legs in a living Cornish landscape.

Poldhu Cove

On the western flank of the Lizard, Poldhu has a popular sandy beach - dogs are welcome outside of the summer season.

Lantivet Bay

In between the bays of Lansallos and Lantic you'll discover the secluded bay of Lantivet. Walk along the South West Coast Path or start from the car park next to Frogmore Farm. Climb down to Palace Cove, named after the old pilchard cellar.

Carne and Pendower

Visit these popular sandy beaches on the Roseland peninsula, with great walks nearby

Lantic Bay

This large, shingly beach on a beautiful bay is a great spot for paddling and picnicking. The climb back up is easier with four legs than two, but well worth it.

Beach cleans in Cornwall

A huge amount of litter gets washed up on the beaches in Cornwall. It's a true team effort keeping them clean and we're very grateful to all that help. We need your help keeping beaches clean from marine litter, so they're safe for nature and can stay beautiful places to be enjoyed by the whole family.

We can all play our part by taking all our own litter home when we visit the beach.

Joining a beach clean

These beach cleans all take place regularly: please check the property pages before attending any scheduled beach cleans to make sure they're going ahead as planned.