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Jangye Ryne Beach

Cornwall, England

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The British coastline is home to a diverse range of beaches, each with its unique characteristics and attractions, and in this article, we will be exploring Jangye Ryne Beach.

Jangye Ryne is a rocky piece of coastline located on Mounts Bay, situated just north of Church Cove and south of Pedrigwinian, adjacent to Winnianton Farm. Parking facilities are available behind the beach, providing convenient access for visitors.

In contrast to Jangye Ryne, Church Cove is a rural sand and pebble beach located on the south coast of Cornwall. It measures approximately 140 metres wide and is backed by sand dunes, with a stream flowing onto the beach and dispersing over the sand.

It appears that Jangye Ryne is also known as Dollar Cove or ‘Jangye-Ryn’, a small, secluded sandy beach located on the eastern coast of the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. This beach is situated between the villages of Gunwalloe and Porthleven and features a beautiful stretch of sandy beach flanked by high cliffs and rocky outcrops. The name ‘Dollar Cove’ is derived from a legend that a Spanish treasure ship sank here in the 18th century, carrying a cargo of silver dollars. While this story remains unconfirmed, many treasure hunters still hope to find hidden riches buried in the sands.

Dollar Cove is popular for rockpooling, thanks to its clear waters and diverse marine life, making it an ideal spot for exploring the underwater world. Visitors should exercise caution, especially when paddling in the sea and exploring the rocky areas. Although there may not be food vendors directly on the beach, nearby options include the Cove Cafe in Gunwalloe, which serves sandwiches, pastries, and coffee, and the Halzephron Inn, known for traditional British cuisine. The beach is backed by the South West Coastal path and has a National Trust car park nearby. Additionally, the beach is dog-friendly all year round, allowing visitors to bring their four-legged friends along for a day of fun in the sun.

Jangye Ryne Beach is on The Lizard Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Sunday 15 November

Tonight
Chance of rain 61%
Min temperature 7°C
feels like 6°C
Wind 13mph
Tomorrow (Monday)
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 9°C
Wind 17mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Jangye Ryne Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 8:09 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:53 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Chyanvounder

Location type: Village

Nearest village: Cury

OS Grid: SW657207

Coordinates: 50°2'26"N 5°16'22"W

Mapcode: GBR Z1.4HYK

What 3 Words: edicts.worm.putts

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Gunwalloe

Nearest postcode: TR12 7QE

(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)

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Visitor information for Jangye Ryne Beach, Cornwall, England. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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