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Portheras Cove is a rural, unspoilt little cove situated on the South West Coast Path, to the east of Pendeen Watch lighthouse. The cove can only be accessed on foot, making it an ideal location for coastal walkers.
The cove is surrounded by rugged cliffs and offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. It features a sandy beach, a waterfall, and dramatic cliffs. However, visitors should be aware that there are bits of shipwreck and metal in the sand.
The tides at Portheras Cove are known to be dangerous, with a strong undertow and occasional strong rip currents, particularly at low tide. As a result, there is no lifeguard service, and visitors are advised to exercise caution when swimming.
The cove has no facilities, but it is dog-friendly year-round, making it a popular destination for pet owners. Its natural charm and tranquil environment also make it a favourite among nature lovers, who may catch a glimpse of seals.
Portheras Cove is on the Penwith Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Cove Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 48% |
| Max temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 25mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 10% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 19mph | |
The tide at Portheras Cove is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 12:25 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 6:02 PM.
Detailed weather and tides »Car park next to Pendeen lighthouse or at, nearby, Chypraze Farm with a walk to the beach.
Dogs welcome.
A group of volunteers - Friends of Portheras Cove - clean the beach here regularly, they are part of The Cornish Plastic
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 3 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles south as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles south as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
Location: Higher Bojewyan
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: SW388357
Coordinates: 50°9'50"N 5°39'26"W
Mapcode: GBR DXD7.Z81
What 3 Words: solo.greyhound.sums
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: St. Just
Nearest postcode: TR19 7TU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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