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Porthoustock Beach

Cornwall, England


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Porthoustack is on the south coast of Cornwall.

It is a remote pebble beach, approximately 240 metres wide, backed by cliffs. There is a stream flowing across the beach to the sea.

Sand Shingle Pebbles

Weather and tides for Monday 27 March

Today
Chance of rain 4%
Max temp. 12°C
(feels like 11°C)
Wind 7mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 11%
Min temp. 9°C
(feels like 7°C)
Wind 18mph

The tide at Porthoustock Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:25 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:57 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Porthoustock Beach

Things to do and see in the area

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)

Places to eat near Porthoustock Beach

The Five Pilchards Inn (120 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Porthoustock

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Porthallow

OS Grid: SW807217

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: St. Keverne

Nearest postcode: TR12 6QW

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