Porthcurno Beach
Porthcurno Beach
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Somerset, UK699 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Spent the day here, it’s just like being abroad, clear blue skies water, perfect sandy beach and so peaceful. No arcades, no boats, no noise, just gorgeous. There is a little snack van in the car park and a nice little cafe beside the car park but is probably best to take your own snacks. Lifeguard is on duty in the bay. It is worth the trek down to the beach from the car park
Written 13 June 2024
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Paul R
Rotherham, UK139 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
This beach is so nice. Nestled away below the Nimack Theatre, follow the signs to the theatre and park in the car park before the steep hill upto the theatre.
There are public toilets just behind the car park. Be mindful that there is nothing on the beach other than sand and sea!
The beach resembles that of a Caribbean island, the sand is so nice. It is set in a rock bay and has lifeguards on duty all day. Dogs are allowed on the beach, but restrictions ban dogs from the beach from the 1st July.
Unfortunately we couldn’t go into the see as there were red flags showing due to the sea being rough.
This beach is a fantastic find. Also look for the signs for the beach cafe as this is really nice too
There are public toilets just behind the car park. Be mindful that there is nothing on the beach other than sand and sea!
The beach resembles that of a Caribbean island, the sand is so nice. It is set in a rock bay and has lifeguards on duty all day. Dogs are allowed on the beach, but restrictions ban dogs from the beach from the 1st July.
Unfortunately we couldn’t go into the see as there were red flags showing due to the sea being rough.
This beach is a fantastic find. Also look for the signs for the beach cafe as this is really nice too
Written 27 June 2024
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Leigh T
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May 2024 • Solo
Hi
I would really like to say a huge Thank You to Lee for helping me today .
I was really tired when I had walked from Pendeen and she was so helpful . I really appreciated it .
Also can I just say it was lovely food and enjoyed my tuna sandwich for my evening meal . Such lovely ice cream aswell.
Wish you all the best .
Thank you again
Sarah Peyton
I would really like to say a huge Thank You to Lee for helping me today .
I was really tired when I had walked from Pendeen and she was so helpful . I really appreciated it .
Also can I just say it was lovely food and enjoyed my tuna sandwich for my evening meal . Such lovely ice cream aswell.
Wish you all the best .
Thank you again
Sarah Peyton
Written 17 May 2024
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kevmogg
Dawlish, UK385 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Secluded unspoilt, lovely clean sand refreshing, rough seas on the day we walked through, completing a circular walk parking in a small car park with toilets at treen, across fields to porthcurno, across the cliffs to penberth cove then fields back to Treen 3.6miles.
The cove is famous for the submarine communications cables which come ashore here, there is a museum above the car park, location is not over developed.
We spent some time on the beach watching the Atlantic waves crashing in. Relaxing and invigorating well worth the many steps down to the beach
The cove is famous for the submarine communications cables which come ashore here, there is a museum above the car park, location is not over developed.
We spent some time on the beach watching the Atlantic waves crashing in. Relaxing and invigorating well worth the many steps down to the beach
Written 11 November 2023
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Marie B
Plymouth, UK86 contributions
Jun 2022
Visited this beautiful beach today - absolutely stunning! Waves were amazing but somewhat dangerous. We saw the lifeguard 'rescue' 2 people from the edge of the water that had been rolled by the huge waves. They were fantastic, quickly helping the 2 people to their feet before they were washed out or under by the waves. We also saw the lifeguard ask a family to move away from the rocks beyond the red flag on several occasions. They were obviously not from the area and probably did not understand the dangers of the water. Each time he was ignored. This lifeguard deserves a medal! He kept his cool and continued to ask them to move which they eventually did, after again standing in the water and taking a few more photos.
We need to be thankful for these young people who continually risk their lives to help us when in danger.
THANK YOU AND WELL DONE!
The beach is beautiful with fantastic scenery all around with crystal clear water.
We need to be thankful for these young people who continually risk their lives to help us when in danger.
THANK YOU AND WELL DONE!
The beach is beautiful with fantastic scenery all around with crystal clear water.
Written 11 June 2022
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kathryn h
Isle of Portland, UK209 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Lovely sandy beach, small river on the right side which the children loved playing in. Dogs are not allowed between 10am and 6pm. There is lifeguard cover and toilets in the car park.
The only negative was the load of wet and dirty nappies which some thoughtful family had stuffed into the small caves in the rocks.
The only negative was the load of wet and dirty nappies which some thoughtful family had stuffed into the small caves in the rocks.
Written 19 July 2021
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Paul Mason
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Jun 2022 • Couples
Loved this beach, felt like we were abroad as it was a lovely day and the light made magic with the sea. We climed the cliff and found the Minack theatre at the top..this was fascinating to see and hear the story from it's conception to current times. The journey down the cliff was hairy I must admit...have to be sure footed, wonderful few hours at this lovely location. Car park and toilets available there too.
Written 2 July 2022
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lucyrhay
County Durham, UK945 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
Porthcurno Beach is absolutely breathtaking. We stumbled upon it whilst trying to sneak a peak at the Minack Theatre. We visited in November and the water was turquoise and there was barely anyone there, I imagine it’s incredibly busy during the summer and feel incredibly lucky to have seen it so quiet.
Written 12 November 2021
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bournville2009
London, UK131 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Highly recommend a visit especially on a hot day it’s like your in another country very tropical feel and is set in a secluded cove setting, sea is clean and clear and the beach also has a life guard. Car park only a short walk from beach.
Double this trip up with a visit to the Minack theatre which is also a great day out
Double this trip up with a visit to the Minack theatre which is also a great day out
Written 26 August 2022
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margaretcameron43
Kirkcaldy, UK308 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
I loved this beach. It wasn't busy.
My partner sat on the little chairs we had took. While I went exploring, I am a sea person, love sea food as well.
The car park and toilets ( remember to take 20 pence peices,as most toilets charge)isn't far from the beach.
There is a snack cabin there as you go to the beach.
RNLI is patrolling,there on all the beaches we visited
My partner sat on the little chairs we had took. While I went exploring, I am a sea person, love sea food as well.
The car park and toilets ( remember to take 20 pence peices,as most toilets charge)isn't far from the beach.
There is a snack cabin there as you go to the beach.
RNLI is patrolling,there on all the beaches we visited
Written 22 September 2021
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Does anyone know the name of the company that runs the car park at porthcurno beach? We were there today and I forgot to pay on exit! Just wondering if I can call them and pay late!
Written 19 August 2022
How far from the car park is the beach? Is there any non step access to the beach? Are there blue badge parking spaces at the beach car park?
Written 11 August 2021
There is a steep slope also that you can use to get to the beach. It’s not easy with a buggy or a wheelchair but I did see some people trying!
Written 14 January 2024
No you just walk up a sandy path or a few steps and then it’s a path to the car park 4 mins walk
Written 15 August 2019
Hi, I understand some unfortunate visitors have had parking tickets at Porthcurno including one person who drove in then straight out as their wasn't an available space. What is the parking situation like these days in Portcurno and are dogs allowed on the beach? Thank you.
Kind regards,
Tim
Written 24 May 2019
Apparently there’s a ban on dogs from Easter to October but dogs are welcome from 1st October onwards
Written 24 May 2019
Is there a cut off time that you can go on the beach in summer? Could you go and watch the sunset?
Written 2 April 2019
There are no cut off times. I have stayed many times overnight. Wild camping & fishing from the beach & rocks. There are parking restrictions but in 2018 the carpark is free at night from 18.00 hrs to 08.00 hrs!
There are lifeguards during the summer season from 08.00 to 18.00 but they do not restrict beach access!
Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.
Written 3 April 2019
I would like to know how far Porthcurno is from Mevagizzy as we will be staying there around June time. We have a car. Thank you
Written 29 January 2019
Sorry. I can't help. All I remember were the beautiful country roads.
Written 29 January 2019
Hi I understand there are numerous parking problems with AS who I assume are an independent car parking business. They seem to be fining a considerable amount of motorists.... are all the car parks in Portcurno operated by them or do you have your own car park independent of AS ?
Written 19 January 2019
The car park is fine if you are happy to pay a couple of £ for a couple of hrs. If you go late afternoon/early evening it's free after 6pm. You can also park at the Minack Theatre car park free of charge & enjoy the stunning views & walk down the steps to the beach. However, the steps are quite steep. I hope that helps.
Written 29 January 2019
The parking scams are always a worry especially the ANPR ones, would be interesting as to who 'AS' parking are; also did they scare you into actually pay the fine?
If an ANPR parking scam is in force we would go elseware instead.
Kind Regards, Keith & Joy.
Written 18 January 2019
At the Minnack we parked in the lot just outside the theater for free and had no problem. At the beach below the theater we parcked in the clsest lot to the beach and paid the box and got a receipt and had no problem. Enjoy!
Written 19 January 2019
Cornwall, between Falmouth and Penzance
Written 8 March 2019
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