What is the water and sand quality of the Maenporth beach?

The coastline of Maenporth beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Maenporth beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maenporth beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Maenporth beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring) </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Maenporth beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Maenporth beach are usually strong.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Maenporth beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Maenporth beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maenporth beach?

The bar is located right on the Maenporth beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Cove, Restaurant and Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Maenporth beach?

There are 389 places to stay in the Maenporth beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Maenporth beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=476794&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Meudon</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7071779&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Boardroom at The Beach House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5298491&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Flat 7, Tremorvah Court</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4632191&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hazel Barn</a></li></ul>

How far is the Maenporth beach from parking?

The Maenporth beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Maenporth beach?

There are 4 attractions near Maenporth beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Bream Cove located in 1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Maenporth beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Maenporth beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 11°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Maenporth beach (Cornwall) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Maenporth beach (Cornwall) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Maenporth beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Maenporth beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Maenporth beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Maenporth beach and the settlement

Maenporth beach

Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

7.8

#145 out of 570 in England 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Bareppa • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Kimberley Park Playground

3.2km

Playground Gerrans and Portscatho Playground

9.8km

Park Public Footpath

160m

Park Carwinion Playing Field

880m

Hiking Area Rosemullion Head

970m

Park Carwinion Woods

1.1km

Park Mawnan Smith

1.3km

Park Maen Valley Park

1.3km

Farm The Forest Garden

1.4km

Park Penjerrick Garden

1.5km

Farm Penwarne Farmhouse Holiday let

1.6km

Coffee Shop Bream Box

9 - Excellent 60m

Cafe Maenporth Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant The Cove, Restaurant and Bar

8.8 - Excellent 120m

Restaurant The Hutches

6 - Pleasant 390m

Bar Freddie’s Bar

560m

Bar The Red Lion

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Coffee Shop AWNA coffeehouse

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Above the Bay Restaurant, Bar, Wedding and Events

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant Penwarne Farm Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Ice Cream Shop Durgan Fish Cellar

10 - Exceptional 2.2km

Convenience Store Premier

2.7km

Ice Cream Shop Gyllyngvase Beach Takeaway

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Falmouth

3.5km

Department Store Trago Mills

8.4 - Very good 3.5km

Supermarket Tesco Express

3.6km

Supermarket Tesco Express

3.7km

Discount Store Poundland

3.7km

Supermarket Sainsbury's

4km

Tourist Attraction Bream Cove

50m

Tourist Attraction Chenhalls Barn

8.8 - Excellent 570m

Tourist Attraction Trebah Beach

2.7km

Museum National Maritime Museum Cornwall

3.6km

Museum Falmouth Art Gallery

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Pendennis Castle

9 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Pendennis Point

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Raze the Roof

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Via Ferrata Cornwall

5.3km

Movie Theater Phoenix Falmouth Cinema, Restaurant & Bar

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Historical Landmark Halliggye Fogou

9km

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About

Maenporth beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 43th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.4 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bareppa • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Kimberley Park Playground

3.2km

Playground Gerrans and Portscatho Playground

9.8km

Park Public Footpath

160m

Park Carwinion Playing Field

880m

Hiking Area Rosemullion Head

970m

Park Carwinion Woods

1.1km

Park Mawnan Smith

1.3km

Park Maen Valley Park

1.3km

Farm The Forest Garden

1.4km

Park Penjerrick Garden

1.5km

Farm Penwarne Farmhouse Holiday let

1.6km

Coffee Shop Bream Box

9 - Excellent 60m

Cafe Maenporth Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Restaurant The Cove, Restaurant and Bar

8.8 - Excellent 120m

Restaurant The Hutches

6 - Pleasant 390m

Bar Freddie’s Bar

560m

Bar The Red Lion

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Coffee Shop AWNA coffeehouse

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Above the Bay Restaurant, Bar, Wedding and Events

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant Penwarne Farm Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Ice Cream Shop Durgan Fish Cellar

10 - Exceptional 2.2km

Convenience Store Premier

2.7km

Ice Cream Shop Gyllyngvase Beach Takeaway

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Falmouth

3.5km

Department Store Trago Mills

8.4 - Very good 3.5km

Supermarket Tesco Express

3.6km

Supermarket Tesco Express

3.7km

Discount Store Poundland

3.7km

Supermarket Sainsbury's

4km

Tourist Attraction Bream Cove

50m

Tourist Attraction Chenhalls Barn

8.8 - Excellent 570m

Tourist Attraction Trebah Beach

2.7km

Museum National Maritime Museum Cornwall

3.6km

Museum Falmouth Art Gallery

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Pendennis Castle

9 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Pendennis Point

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Raze the Roof

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Via Ferrata Cornwall

5.3km

Movie Theater Phoenix Falmouth Cinema, Restaurant & Bar

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Historical Landmark Halliggye Fogou

9km

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Located at nearest locality

Bareppa • 1.2km from center

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9 Excellent

Homely village cottage

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Located at nearest locality

Bareppa • 2.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Bareppa • 930m

Transport

Airport

PZE • 30.3km

Bus Station

Red Lion • 1.5km

Train Station

Falmouth Docks • 4km

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