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Porthoustock Beach is a small, remote pebble beach located on the south coast of Cornwall, near the famous Mannacles rocks and a working gravel pit.
Porthoustock Beach, locally known as Pro'stock, is situated near St Keverne on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, close to the small hamlet of Porthoustock. The beach is approximately 240 metres wide and is backed by low green cliffs. A stream flows across the beach to the sea, and at low tide, some sand is exposed.
The area has a rich history tied to coastal trading and quarrying activities, with Porthoustock originally being a fishing hamlet that developed in the late 19th century as a port for local stone quarries. The beach is a pebble beach with some sand at low tide, making it a nice spot for exploring tide pools and enjoying the coastal scenery. A pier is available for fishing, and the clean water is suitable for swimming and kayaking.
While Porthoustock Beach is not a surfing beach, it provides calm waters that are generally suitable for diving, especially when conditions are favourable. The beach serves as a convenient launching point for divers looking to explore the shipwrecks at ‘The Manacles’, an area well known for its wrecks and diverse marine ecosystems. Divers should still be cautious and check local conditions before heading out.
The area is surrounded by beautiful cliffs and long country walks, making it a great destination for those looking to enjoy the outdoors. Porthoustock Beach is a lovely destination for dog owners as it is dog-friendly all year round and those looking to enjoy a quieter beach experience in Cornwall.
Sand Shingle Pebbles
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 11% |
| Min temp. | 14°C |
| (feels like | 13°C) |
| Wind 7mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 44% |
| Max temp. | 20°C |
| (feels like | 17°C) |
| Wind 16mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Porthoustock Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:10 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:57 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
17.2°C
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There is free parking near the beach but please do not obstruct local fishermen's boats.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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Porthkerris Divers (0.7 miles)
Roskilly's (1.1 miles)
St Keverne Parish Church (1.1 miles)
Coverack Harbour (2.6 miles)
Glendurgan Garden (4.4 miles)
Trebah Garden (4.4 miles)
Helford River Cruises (4.6 miles)
Cornwall Segway (5 miles)
Maenporth to Swanpool Path Walk (5 miles)
Kennack Sands Beaches (5.5 miles)
The Five Pilchards Inn (120 yards)
All distances are approximate
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
just over a mile northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
Location: Porthoustock
Location type: Rural
Nearest village: Porthallow
OS Grid: SW807217
Country: England
Local Authority: Cornwall
Parish: St. Keverne
Nearest postcode: TR12 6QW
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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