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St Anthony Head Beach

Cornwall, England


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St Anthony Head Beach, located on the tip of the Roseland Peninsula, is a rocky headland featuring a 19th century fort and a lighthouse, maintained by the National Trust.

St Anthony Head Beach is a rocky headland with a 19th century fort and a lighthouse. The area is cared for by the National Trust and is not suitable for swimming, although there are sandy bays nearby. Visitors can bring a picnic and enjoy the views over the Carrick Roads.

A pair of sandy beaches, Little and Great Molunan, lie below the cliffs of St Anthony's Head. These pleasant west-facing coves look out over the mouth of the River Fal. Another nearby beach is Porthbeor Beach, a sandy beach on the tip of the Roseland Peninsula, where the South West Coast Path runs along the top of the beach, offering walkers stunning views. However, this beach is currently only accessible by boat.

The lighthouse at St Anthony's Head has a notable claim to fame, being featured in the 80s kids TV program Fraggle Rock.

St Anthony Head Beach is on The Roseland Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Sunday 20 July

Tonight
Chance of rain 3%
Min temp. 13°C
(feels like 13°C)
Wind 7mph
Tomorrow (Monday)
Chance of rain 48%
Max temp. 20°C
(feels like 16°C)
Wind 18mph
Max UV Index

The tide at St Anthony Head Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 2:17 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:51 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   17.2°C  

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  • Facilities

    Toilets Shops
  • Popular Activities

    Swimming Walking
  • Features

    Lighthouse
  • Parking

    Pay & display. National Trust members park for free.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are allowed. Please clean up after your dog.

  • Beach Cleaning

    Please help to keep the headland beautiful and take your litter home with you.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near St Anthony Head Beach

Things to do and see in the area

St. Mawes Castle (1.1 miles)
St Mawes Ferry (1.2 miles)
St. Anthony Head Walk (1.5 miles)
Falmouth Lifeboat (2.2 miles)
WeSUP Paddleboard Centre (2.4 miles)
Cornish Day Sailing (2.5 miles)
St. Just in Roseland Church (2.8 miles)
Salt Air Adventures (3.1 miles)
Mylor Sailing School (3.1 miles)
AK Wildlife Cruises (3.3 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Bohortha

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: St Mawes

OS Grid: SW848311

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Gerrans

Nearest postcode: TR2 5HA

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