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Freathy Beach

(Whitsand Bay, Sharrow Beach)

Cornwall, England


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Freathy Beach, located in Cornwall, is a small, rural, and unspoilt beach that offers a unique experience for visitors.

Freathy Beach is a small, sandy beach with a large number of rocky outcrops. The beach is approximately 300 metres wide and is backed by steep cliffs. It is situated in Whitsand Bay on the south coast of Cornwall, near the village of Tregonhawke in East Cornwall. The beach is very popular with both locals and visitors.

The beach has easy access, with a car park and a small path and steps leading down to the beach. Visitors are advised to beware of high tide, when the beach divides into a number of small coves.

Freathy Beach is part of Whitsand Bay, a long stretch of sandy beach that runs from Rame Head to Portwrinkle. The area is popular with walkers of The South West Coast Path, which winds its way along the cliff tops. Whitsand Bay is also known for its surfing spot, although there are no facilities, and access to the beach can be difficult.

There are RNLI Lifeguards on duty along the beach between May and October, as there can be dangerous currents. Visitors are advised to look out for the red flags at the western end of Whitsand Bay beach, which is closed during Tregantle Fort firing range operation.

The beach is dog friendly all year round.

Freathy Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

Bay Sand Rock

Weather and tides for Thursday 17 July

Today
Chance of rain 19%
Max temp. 21°C
(feels like 20°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 48%
Min temp. 16°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 7mph

The tide at Freathy Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 11:04 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 5:06 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   18°C  

Detailed weather and tides »
  • Popular Activities

    Snorkelling Sunbathing Surfing Swimming Walking
  • Parking

    There is a car park above the beach, just west of Freathy.

  • Beach Cleaning

    Please take your litter home to help keep the beach clean and beautiful.

  • Lifeguard

    Daily - 30th April - 25th September

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Freathy Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Adventure Bay Surf School (0.7 miles)
Rame Head Heritage Coast (2.6 miles)
Antony House (2.9 miles)
Torpoint Ferry (3.4 miles)
Adventure Segway (3.5 miles)
Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park (3.5 miles)
Select South West Tours (4 miles)
Le Vignoble Plymouth (4.2 miles)
Cremyll Ferry (4.2 miles)
The Soapbox Children's Theatre (4.2 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Freathy

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SX396520

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: St. John

Nearest postcode: PL10 1PS

(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)

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