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Kennack Sands is situated on the south coast of Cornwall, near the village of Kuggar. The beach is a rural sandy cove, approximately 250 metres wide, backed by sand dunes, with a stream flowing onto the beach and spreading out over the sand. The beach is split into two sections, Kennack Sands East and Kennack Sands West, separated by a rocky outcrop called Caerverracks.
At low tide, the two beaches merge, revealing a vast expanse of sand perfect for exploration. Kennack Sands is one of the most popular sandy beaches on the Lizard Peninsula and is safe for swimming. The beach is also known among surfers for its good waves, particularly when conditions are right. During the summer months, there is lifeguard cover from May to September.
The beach is part of the Lizard National Nature Reserve and is recognized for its extraordinary geology, featuring exposures of gneiss in the cliffs and red serpentine pebbles, making it unique in the UK. Nature lovers can enjoy the stunning wildlife and cliff top walks, with the possibility of spotting seals and dolphins offshore. Rock pools are revealed at low tide, which are great for children and families to explore, home to various marine life.
At the eastern end of the beach, visitors can find remnants of World War II defenses, including pillboxes and an anti-tank wall. There are plenty of holiday cottages and holiday parks nearby.
Dogs are allowed on the eastern part of the beach year-round, while the western beach has a seasonal dog ban from July 1st to August 31st between 10am and 6 pm.
Kennack Sands is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand Shingle
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 10% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 51% |
| Min temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
The tide at Kennack Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 4:21 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 10:45 AM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Litter bins
Slipway
Car parking available, payment required.
Dogs not allowed between Easter Sunday and 30th September (7:00am-7:00pm).
Beach cleaned daily
Daily - 9th July - 4th September
Weekends - 21st May - 3rd July
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 11 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 16 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
Location: Kuggar
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: SW734164
Coordinates: 50°0'19"N 5°9'45"W
Mapcode: GBR Z7.TWHJ
What 3 Words: stealthier.importers.letter
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: Grade-Ruan
Nearest postcode: TR12 7LT
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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