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Polpeor Beach is a small, secluded beach located near Lizard Point, the most southerly point in England.
Polpeor Beach is a very small, coarse sand beach situated just to the right of Lizard Point. The cove is dominated by the remains of the Old Lizard Lifeboat Station. The beach is considered unsuitable for swimming due to its location and conditions.
Lizard Point, located in South Cornwall, is the most southerly tip in mainland England. The Lizard Peninsula is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and seabirds. Visitors can stop at the National Trust Wildlife Watchpoint, where they can talk to volunteers and view a small but informative display. The area is also famous for its iconic Lighthouse, which offers guided tours and interactive displays. The unique geology of the Lizard Peninsula, including the rare serpentine rock, makes it a fascinating destination for geology enthusiasts.
The rocky coastline and unpredictable weather conditions in the area have caused many shipwrecks over the centuries. The Lizard Point Lifeboat Station, established in 1859, has launched over 300 times to assist vessels in distress in the waters around the peninsula. The station is still operational today, and its volunteers have helped save countless lives.
There is a National Trust car park at Lizard Point, and the area is dog-friendly all year round. However, Polpeor Beach is difficult to access and not suitable for swimming.
Polpeor Beach is on The Lizard Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Cove Sand Shingle
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Chance of rain | 9% |
Max temp. | 18°C |
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Chance of rain | 15% |
Min temp. | 13°C |
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The tide at Polpeor Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 10:50 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:55 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
17.4°C
Parking available near the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Center (0 miles)
Kynance Cove from Lizard Green Walk (0.7 miles)
Lizard Adventure (0.7 miles)
The Lizard Marconi Wireless Station (0.8 miles)
The Lizard RNLI Lifeboat Station (1.1 miles)
The Lizard and Kynance Cove (1.5 miles)
Kennack Sands Beaches (3.8 miles)
South West Coast Path Walk- Mullion Cove to Lizard Point & Village (4.4 miles)
Mullion Cliffs National Nature Reserve (4.5 miles)
The Chocolate Factory and Craft Centre (4.6 miles)
Wavecrest (150 yards)
Smugglers Fish and Chips (110 yards)
Polpeor Cafe (90 yards)
Polpeor Cafe (90 yards)
All distances are approximate
just over a mile northeast as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 7 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 5 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
Location: Housel Bay
Location type: Village
Nearest village: Lizard
OS Grid: SW700115
Country: England
Local Authority: Cornwall
Parish: Landewednack
Nearest postcode: TR12 7NU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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