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Kynance Cove
A tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks. Extremely busy with limited parking throughout July, August & September.
Kynance Cove, The Lizard, Nr. Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7PJ
Important notice
There is no lifeguard service at Kynance Cove. Be aware of strong currents and the risks of getting cut off by the incoming tide.
Opening times for 2 December 2023
Asset Opening time Countryside Dawn - Dusk Cafe (not National Trust). 10:00 - 15:00 Overnight parking strictly not allowed.
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Kynance Cove Cafe (concession) open all year, weather permitting. For more info call 01326 290436 or email info@kynancecafe.co.uk or visit kynancecovecafe.co.uk
Dogs
Council enforced seasonal ban 1 July - 31 August 10am - 6pm
Car park
Parking is limited. Not suitable for coaches. Non-members please pay at pay & display machine, coins only or download PayByPhone app before visiting due to limited signal on site. £2 for 1 hour, £5 for 4 hours, £10 for over 4 hours.
Toilet
Toilet facilities in the car park and at the cove.
Not suitable for coaches. No vehicle access to the cove. Access to the cove from the car park is a 10 minute walk, steep in places and has steps onto the beach. Accessible toilet in the car park. Council-enforced dog ban in operation on the beach, 1 July - 31 August 10am - 6pm.
Accessible toilet
Steps/uneven terrain
Designated parking
By road
Take the A3083 south towards The Lizard from Helston. Keep driving until approx 1/2 mile from Lizard Village, Kynance sign posted on the right hand side (look for brown sign).
Parking: National Trust car park on cliffs above Kynance Cove. Members park for free all year round.
Sat Nav: Use postcode TR12 7PJ for SavNav
On foot
Kynance in on the South West Coast Path approx 2.5 miles walk from Lizard Point.
By bus
Helston to Lizard bus route 34 operated by First Bus. The nearest bus stop is Lizard Village green, approx 2 miles from Kynance.
How to Pay
Members park free, by scanning card. Pay and display machines are coin only or use Pay by Phone app. Prices vary from £2-£10 depending on how long you would like to stay. Please bring change with you.
Kynance Cove, The Lizard, Nr. Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7PJ
Planning your visit
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Visiting Kynance Cove with your dog
Dogs can enjoy the famous sandy beach at Kynance Cove from September to June, as well as local heathland and cliff top footpaths all year round.
Highlights
Beach
A tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks.
South West Coast Path
The public footpath traces the outline of the Lizard peninsula, passing along the cliff top above Kynance.
Things to see and do
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Things to do at Kynance Cove
Explore everything the cove has to offer, head out for a coastal walk and spot seasonal wildlife.
Top trails
Trail
The Lizard coastal walk
Starting from the beautiful Kynance Cove, get close to nature and enjoy dramatic scenery on the Lizard coastal walk,
Places to stay
Wireless Cottage
A cliff-top cabin with a whole lot of history, just metres from the coastal path.
Cadgwith Elm
High on the cliffs of Cadgwith Cove, you’ll have sweeping sea-views on your doorstep.
Townplace
A quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Cadgwith Cove village and beach.
Serpentine
With a sea-view garden and a cosy interior, this converted barn makes for a relaxing stay.
Inglewidden Vean
A cliff-top cottage just a short walk to the village and beach of Cadgwith Cove.
Ruan
A cliff-top cottage with mesmerising views, just above Cadgwith Cove.
Teneriffe Farm Campsite
A green campsite surrounded by nature reserves on the Lizard, a ten-minute walk from the South West Coast Path.
Winnianton Farmhouse
A newly refurbished farmhouse situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with views of Church Cove and surrounding farmland
About Kynance Cove
One of the world's most spectacular beaches, for centuries Kynance has been a magnet for adventurous tourists. Turquoise seas meet a white sandy beach interspersed with colourful serpentine rock stacks. At low tide caves and islands are yours to explore, but visitors need to be aware of the risks of being cut off by the tide. In the summer Kynance will have limited parking, arrive early to avoid disappointment. Private car parks do open seasonally around the Lizard and are about a 40 minute walk to the Cove.
Please note that Kynance Cove has no lifeguards operating.
Our work
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Species under threat on the Lizard granted funding to aid recovery
Lizard National Trust is one of 63 projects across the country to have been awarded a share of £14.5 million by Natural England to help recover 150 species nationwide.
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.
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