Porthpean Beach, St Austell, Cornwall

Porthpean Beach, Saint Austell, UK
1-90 Years

Description

Porthpean Beach is probably the best of St Austell's beaches, although it is a little smaller.  Porthpean beach is popular with families as it is relatively sheltered and easy to get  to. 

Porthpean beach is well-suited for various water-based activities with its calm, clear waters and easy access. Kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing and snorkeling are all popular here. The beach is also home to Porthpean Sailing Club and a slipway allows easy access to the water. Jet skiing, however, is not allowed on the beach.

Features

  • Free
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

During the summer there is a cafe and shop on the beach and also toilets.

Despite its popularity there are no lifeguards on duty here, although swimming is generally considered safe.

Toilets and snack bar on the promenade.

NEARBY ACCOMMODATION

  • Pier House Hotel - 0.7 Miles
  • The Rashleigh Arms - 0.7 Miles
  • Antonia's Pearls - 0.8 Miles
  • River Valley Holiday Park - 1.3 Miles

What to see

Porthpean beach is well-suited for various water-based activities - Kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing and snorkeling are all popular here.

The beach is also home to Porthpean Sailing Club and a slipway allows easy access to the water.

Jet skiing, however, is not allowed on the beach.

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Price

Price: Free

Price Details

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Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

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Address: Porthpean Beach, Saint Austell, UK

Post Code: PL26

Council: St Austell

County: Cornwall

There is a large, privately owned car park. Access to the beach is on a steep incline from the car park.

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