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Porthcurnick Beach

Cornwall, England


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Porthcurnick is on the south coast of Cornwall.

It is a remote sandy beach, approximately 210 metres wide, backed by cliffs and accessed by a footpath. A stream flows across the beach to the sea.

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

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Weather and tides for Tuesday 14 May

Today
Chance of rain 18%
Max temp. 15°C
(feels like 11°C)
Wind 22mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 12%
Min temp. 12°C
(feels like 9°C)
Wind 16mph

The tide at Porthcurnick Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:46 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:24 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   13.6°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Porthcurnick Beach

Things to do and see in the area

St. Just in Roseland Church (1.9 miles)
Philleigh Way Cookery School (2.2 miles)
St. Anthony Head Walk (2.3 miles)
Melinsey Mill (2.6 miles)
St Mawes Ferry (2.7 miles)
St. Mawes Castle (3.1 miles)
King Harry Ferry (3.2 miles)
Trelissick (3.4 miles)
Mylor Sailing School (3.7 miles)

Places to eat near Porthcurnick Beach

Tatams (160 yards)
Driftwood Restaurant (340 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Gerrans

Location type: Rural

OS Grid: SW879359

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Gerrans

Nearest postcode: TR2 5EW

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