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Kynance Cove

Cornwall, England

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Kynance Cove is a popular and picturesque destination in Cornwall, known for its stunning natural beauty and unique geological features.

Kynance Cove is a charming cove located two miles north of Lizard Point, and is accessible via a ten-minute walk from the National Trust car park, followed by a descent down a set of steep steps. The cove is renowned for its attractive sandy beach, which is exposed at low tide, and its distinctive serpentine rock formations, unique to the area.

The cove offers a range of activities and features, including a pleasant sandy beach, fabulous caves for exploring, and swimming opportunities when the tide is right. Visitors can also enjoy refreshments at the eco-friendly café located at the beach. One of the cove's most notable features is Devils Bellows, a cave that turns into an impressive blowhole.

Kynance Cove is part of the West Lizard Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is located within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, reflecting its importance as a natural and geological site.

The cove is a popular holiday destination, particularly during the summer months, and can get very busy. Visitors are advised to check the tide times before visiting, as the sandy beach disappears at high tide. Facilities, including National Trust parking, are available nearby.

Kynance Cove is on The Lizard Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Monday 5 October

Today
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Max temperature 16°C
feels like 18°C
Wind 4mph
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Tonight
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Min temperature 13°C
feels like 14°C
Wind 5mph

The tide at Kynance Cove is currently high. Low tide will be at approximately 7:47 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 1:53 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Lizard

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SW684132

Coordinates: 49°58'28"N 5°13'48"W

Mapcode: GBR Z3.XP7F

What 3 Words: foremost.irony.canines

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: Landewednack

Nearest postcode: TR12 7PJ

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