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Porthpean Beach is a remote sandy beach, approximately 290 metres wide, surrounded by cliffs and hills. The beach is situated just south of Duporth Beach and offers stunning views over St Austell Bay.
The beach is popular among families seeking a safe and sheltered spot, with the cove's sheltered position making it ideal for a range of water activities. Visitors can rent paddleboards or kayaks from a small hut on the beach and explore the beautiful coastline from the water. The Porthpean Sailing Club is located on the western side of the beachfront, catering to sailing enthusiasts. The calm waters of Porthpean provide a perfect playground for families with young children.
The cliffs to the east of the beach are extensively used by nesting birds, while the rock pools to its west provide ample opportunity for kids to look for starfish, crabs, and shrimp. The South West Coast Path runs along the beach, offering opportunities for scenic strolls in either direction, with stunning views of the Cornish coastline.
A small car park on Porthpean Beach Road provides convenient access to the beach, although arriving early is recommended, especially on sunny days. On summer days, the beach can get busy with families, creating a lively yet still laid-back vibe.
Porthpean Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand Shingle
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 99% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 25mph |  |
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| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 67% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 24mph | |
The tide at Porthpean Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 8:35 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:42 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Toilets
Slipway
There is car parking near the beach with a steep slope to the beach.
Dogs not allowed Easter to September 30th.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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Historic Port of Charlestown (0.7 miles)
Pinetum Gardens (1.4 miles)
St Austell Brewery (1.6 miles)
Cornwall Football Golf (1.8 miles)
Pentewan Valley Cycle Hire (2.4 miles)
Lobbs Farm Shop (3.3 miles)
Wheal Martyn (3.4 miles)
The Lost Gardens of Heligan (3.4 miles)
Mevagissey Museum (3.8 miles)
Aquila Charters (3.8 miles)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 4 miles south as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 5 miles east as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
Location: Lower Porthpean
Location type: Rural
Nearest village: Duporth
OS Grid: SX032507
Coordinates: 50°19'24"N 4°45'56"W
Mapcode: GBR N0.Y5NW
What 3 Words: cork.addicted.terminology
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: St Austell Bay
Nearest postcode: PL26 6AX
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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