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Porthbean Beach

Cornwall, England


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Porthbean beach lies in Garrans Bay, south of Nare Head on the South West Coast Path, and is only accessible on foot.

There is a hotel on the headland (shown in the photo) and the village of Trewithian is about 3/4 mile back from the coast.

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

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Weather and tides for Friday 29 March

Today
Chance of rain 62%
Max temp. 12°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 18mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 7%
Min temp. 5°C
(feels like 4°C)
Wind 9mph

The tide at Porthbean Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 7:15 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 1:42 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   10.9°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Porthbean Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Philleigh Way Cookery School (1.8 miles)
Melinsey Mill (2.1 miles)
St. Just in Roseland Church (2.2 miles)
St. Anthony Head Walk (2.8 miles)
King Harry Ferry (3.1 miles)
St Mawes Ferry (3.2 miles)
Trelissick (3.3 miles)
St. Mawes Castle (3.6 miles)
Portloe (3.8 miles)

Places to eat near Porthbean Beach

Driftwood Restaurant (340 yards)
Tatams (160 yards)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Trewithian

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Gerrans

OS Grid: SW882367

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Gerrans

Nearest postcode: TR2 5EN

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