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Portreath Beach

Cornwall, England


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A sand and shingle beach set in a bay backed by cliffs on one side and the pier and car park on the other.

A stream runs down the middle of the beach to the sea. The beach is popular with families and surfers.

Portreath Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

Bay Sand Shingle

Weather and tides for Saturday 18 May

Tonight
Chance of rain 46%
Min temp. 13°C
(feels like 12°C)
Wind 9mph
Tomorrow (Sunday)
Chance of rain 6%
Max temp. 19°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Portreath Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 9:12 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:12 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   13.8°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Portreath Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Tehidy Country Park (1.4 miles)
Wheal Coates Tin Mine (4 miles)
South West Coast Path - Godrevy Head (4.6 miles)
Godrevy Head (4.6 miles)
Cornwall Tour (5.2 miles)
Godrevy (5.3 miles)
Koru Kayaking (5.7 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Portreath

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SW653453

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Portreath

Nearest postcode: TR16 4PH

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