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Sennen Cove, situated one mile northeast of Land's End, is nestled in the southeast corner of the long sweeping sand of Whitesand Bay. The beach is exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, making it a favourite spot for surfers. A working fishing port operates in the area, adding to the cove's charm.
Sennen Cove is located 1.6 kilometres northeast of Land's End in Cornwall. The beach is a large sandy resort, approximately 940 metres wide, backed by sand dunes. Two small streams flow onto the beach, dispersing over the sand.
The beach is very popular with surfers, as it picks up any Atlantic swells. It is also a great family beach, with seasonal lifeguards and plenty of amenities close by. Facilities include a pub, cafes, a surf shop, two surf schools, and a large car park. The beach is big enough to never feel overcrowded, and if it's busy, visitors can simply walk further along the beach.
Sennen Cove is renowned as Cornwall's most westerly surfing spot, with consistent waves attracting surfers of all levels. Visitors can book lessons at the local surfing schools. RNLI Lifeguards are on duty from Easter to the end of October, ensuring safety, and it's recommended to swim between the red and yellow flags on calmer days.
The South West Coast Path runs through Sennen Cove, providing access to stunning coastal walks. A popular route is south to Porthgwarra, a 4.5-mile walk with dramatic cliff-top views, rock arches, and the chance to spot seals and dolphins. Visitors can also walk towards Land's End, part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), for incredible scenery.
Dogs are banned from the beach from 15th May to 30th September between 10am and 6pm, but are welcome outside these times. Public toilets are available near the beach car park and the harbour car park, ensuring convenience for visitors.
Sennen Beach is on the Penwith Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Cove Sand
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| Chance of rain | 41% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 66% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
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The tide at Sennen Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 2:41 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 8:31 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Ample parking available.
A seasonal ban is in place between May 1st to September 30th.
Daily - 30th April - 25th September
Weekends - 16th - 24th April; 1st - 16th October
Easter - 25th March - 10th April
Oct half term - 22nd - 30th October
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles south as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles north as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 3 miles north as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles north as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
Location: Sennen Cove
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SW356265
Coordinates: 50°4'47"N 5°41'48"W
Mapcode: GBR DX9G.RBL
What 3 Words: flannel.stub.fights
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: Sennen
Nearest postcode: TR19 7DG
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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