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Penzance Wherry Town Beach

Cornwall, England


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Penzance Wherry Town Beach is a popular destination for walkers and beachgoers alike, located on the south coast of Cornwall.

Penzance Wherry Town Beach is characterised by an expanse of hard sand backed by coastal protection walls of granite. The beach offers stunning views of St Michael's Mount and is a favourite among walkers. A cycle path runs along the back of the beach, providing a scenic route for cyclists.

Mounts Bay is situated on the south coast of Cornwall, and Wherry Town Beach is one of four designated bathing waters located around the bay. The beach is approximately one kilometre wide and is flanked by the Newlyn River at its western end and the Larrigan River at its eastern end.

Public facilities are available at nearby beaches, including Marazion, Perranuthnoe, and Praa Sands. Wherry Town Beach is an ideal spot for families, with easy access from the promenade and a range of activities on offer, including watersports. The south west coast path runs along the beach front promenade, and there are also parking and facilities nearby.

Dogs are restricted from Wherry Town to Battery Rocks between 1st July and 31st August, 10am-6pm.

Penzance Wherry Town Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 17 July

Today
Chance of rain 15%
Max temp. 21°C
(feels like 20°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 26%
Min temp. 17°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 9mph

The tide at Penzance Wherry Town Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:36 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:22 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   17.3°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets
  • Popular Activities

    Cycling Sailing Sunbathing Swimming Walking Wind surfing
  • Parking

    There are three large car parks nearby for 600 cars with spaces for disabled people.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are allowed but must be kept under control.

  • Beach Cleaning

    Beach cleaned regularly.

  • Lifeguard

    No information available

  • Water Quality

    Excellent water quality

    Excellent water quality

Recommended holiday cottages near Penzance Wherry Town Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Newlyn Filmhouse (0.4 miles)
Cornwalls Great Escape Rooms Ltd (0.5 miles)
Kernow Coasteering (0.5 miles)
Eureka Escape Cornwall (0.7 miles)
Mermaid Pleasure Trips (0.7 miles)
Marine Discovery (0.9 miles)
Mousehole Harbour (1.8 miles)
Lands End Cycle Hire (2.6 miles)
Western Discoveries Day Tours (3 miles)
Ocean High (3.1 miles)

Places to eat near Penzance Wherry Town Beach

Thai Moon (270 yards)
Jelberts (340 yards)
Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar (370 yards)
Duke Street Cafe (350 yards)
Red Lion (220 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Newlyn

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SW466293

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Penzance

Nearest postcode: TR18 4NX

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