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Long Rock Beach

(Mounts Bay Long Rock Beach)

Cornwall, England


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Long Rock Beach, situated in Mounts Bay on the south coast of Cornwall, is one of several beaches in the area that offer a range of activities and scenic views. .

Mounts Bay is located on the south coast of Cornwall and features four designated bathing waters: Wherry Town, Penzance, Heliport, and Marazion. The beaches in the area are sandy resorts backed by sea defences, with Heliport beach being approximately one kilometre wide. The Ponsandane Brook flows onto the western end of Heliport beach.

There are several beaches in the Mounts Bay area, each with its own unique characteristics. Eastern Green Beach is the closest beach to Penzance and is accessed via a concrete footpath from the bus station. The sheltered sand and shingle beach follows the curve of Mount’s Bay to Long Rock, offering clean water and safe swimming, making it popular with locals. Long Rock Beach itself is formed by an expanse of hard sand backed by coastal protection walls of granite. The beach is popular with walkers and looks out to St Michael's Mount, with a cycle path running along the back of the beach.

Eastern Green Beach is part of a long stretch of sand from west Chy-an-Dour in Penzance to Marazion, on the Cornwall coast. The beach offers panoramic views and ample opportunities for beachcombing and sunbathing, making it the perfect spot for a day of coastal exploration.

It is worth noting that the description of Long Rock Beach is repeated, however the key points remain that the beach has an expanse of hard sand backed by coastal protection walls of granite, is popular with walkers, and looks out to St Michael's Mount with a cycle path along the back.

Long Rock Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

Sand

Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 94%
Max temperature 14°C
feels like 14°C
Wind 28mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 39%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 27mph

The tide at Long Rock Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 7:44 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:18 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Long Rock Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Marine Discovery (0.7 miles)
Mermaid Pleasure Trips (0.8 miles)
Eureka Escape Cornwall (0.9 miles)
Lands End Cycle Hire (1.2 miles)
Kernow Coasteering (1.4 miles)
Ocean High (1.8 miles)
Newlyn Filmhouse (1.9 miles)
St. Michael's Mount (1.9 miles)
Cornwalls Great Escape Rooms Ltd (2 miles)
Western Discoveries Day Tours (2.6 miles)

Places to eat near Long Rock Beach

Thai Moon (270 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Chyandour,

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SW485310

Coordinates: 50°7'33"N 5°31'9"W

Mapcode: GBR DXRB.W4S

What 3 Words: fell.segmented.outermost

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: Penzance

Nearest postcode: TR18 3DP

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