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Portholland Beach is a large sandy bay situated in a picturesque location surrounded by cliffs. At low tide, the beach is made up of two separate beaches, East and West Portholland, which join together to form a wide stretch of sand. This expansive beach is ideal for families, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for a day out.
The beach offers a range of activities and features that make it an attractive destination for visitors. The water is safe for swimming, and the beach is also home to numerous rock pools, which are perfect for exploring and discovering marine life. In addition to these natural attractions, locals often offer refreshments, including tea and cakes, adding to the beach's charm and hospitality.
Portholland Beach is on The Roseland Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand
| Today | |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 26% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 13mph | |
| Max UV Index |
| Tonight | |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 85% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 14mph |
The tide at Portholland Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:15 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:43 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Parking is limited.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 8 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 8 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
Location: Portholland
Location type: Rural
Nearest village: Portloe
OS Grid: SW959411
Coordinates: 50°14'7"N 4°51'45"W
Mapcode: GBR ZS.KB0H
What 3 Words: command.otter.triangles
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: Veryan
Nearest postcode: PL26 6NA
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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