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Praa Sands East Beach is approximately one mile long and features a mix of sandy and rocky patches. The eastern end of the beach is characterised by a higher concentration of rocks and pools, which are particularly visible at low tide. In contrast, the western end has fewer rocks, making it a more suitable area for swimming and sunbathing.
The beach is situated on the south coast of Cornwall and is approximately 1.3 kilometres wide. It is backed by sand dunes, adding to its natural beauty.
Visitors to Praa Sands East Beach may also be interested in exploring the nearby Gurnards Head area, which features a dramatic coastline with the ruins of the Gurnards Head Mine. This location is home to an abundance of wildlife and is characterised by streams trickling down to the boulder-strewn beach.
The western end of Praa Sands East Beach is where visitors can find the majority of the amenities, making it a convenient spot for those looking to relax and enjoy the beach.
Praa Sands East Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand
| Today | |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 17mph | |
| Max UV Index |
| Tonight | |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 50% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 15mph |
The tide at Praa Sands East Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:00 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:50 AM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
There is a 500 space car park available at the beach. There is a charge for using this car park.
Dogs are not allowed between Easter Sunday and 30th September (7:00am-7:00pm).
Beach manually cleaned daily during the summer.
Daily - 30th April - 25th September
Weekends - 16th April - 24th April; 1st - 16th October
Easter - 28th March - 10th April
Oct half term - 22nd - 30th October
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Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile southeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 7 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
Location: Hendra
Location type: Village
Nearest village: Pengersick
OS Grid: SW585275
Coordinates: 50°5'55"N 5°22'40"W
Mapcode: GBR FX3F.1F2
What 3 Words: outfit.unfilled.flexibly
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: Breage
Nearest postcode: TR18 2UB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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