Name: Very rundown, not many ships to see. Car park £1.50 per hour. Toilets didn't work, require a credit card to swipe 20p but the ladies were permanently engaged, only the gents worked. Wouldn't bother, except one cafe does brilliant crab sandwiches.
Item: Charlestown beach
Rating: 2
Author: Yvonne Barnes

Most beautiful beaches of Cornwall

Pedn vounder beach

8.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

United Kingdom, St. Levan 1.3 km

Porthchapel beach

8.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

United Kingdom, St. Levan 0.4 km

Kynance Cove

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

United Kingdom, Lizard 2.1 km

Portheras Cove

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble

United Kingdom, Bojewyan 1.2 km

Readymoney Cove

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

United Kingdom, Polruan 0.8 km

Polkerris beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

United Kingdom, Polkerris 0 km

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Quitest and lonely beaches in Cornwall

Gwynver beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Escalls 0.7 km

Polurrian beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Trenance 0.6 km

Whipsiderry Beach

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

United Kingdom, Porth 0.5 km

Lantic Bay

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Pont 1.7 km

Cawsand beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Cawsand 0.2 km

Gwithian beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Gwithian 1.2 km

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Secluded beaches in Cornwall

Housel Bay beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

United Kingdom, Landewednack 0.7 km

Poly Joke beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax, Bright sand

United Kingdom, West Pentire 0.5 km

Grebe beach

6.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble

United Kingdom, Durgan (NT) 0.3 km

Porthbeer Cove

6.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax

United Kingdom, Coverack 0.8 km

Bosahan Cove

6.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax, Easy access, Light sand & pebble

United Kingdom, Treath 1.2 km

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Beaches with shade in Cornwall

Porthpean beach

7.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Charlestown 1.2 km

Loe Beach

6.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom

United Kingdom, Restronguet 1.6 km

Tintagel Beach

6.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

United Kingdom, Tintagel 0.7 km

Polstreath Beach

6.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Trewinney Barton 0.5 km

Polridmouth Cove

6.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise water

United Kingdom, Polkerris 2 km

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Best dog friendly beaches in Cornwall

Harlyn Bay beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Harlyn 0.4 km

Mexico Towans beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Phillack 1.4 km

Hayle beach

Hayle Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Riviere Towans 0.4 km

Porth beach

Porth Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Porth 0.2 km

Porthcurnick beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

United Kingdom, Portscatho 0.7 km

Mawgan Porth Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

United Kingdom, Trenance 0.7 km

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The best beaches in small bays in Cornwall

Porthgwarra beach

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Porthgwarra 0.1 km

Porthgwidden Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, St. Ives 0.3 km

Maenporth beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Bareppa 0.9 km

Swanpool beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, Falmouth 1.7 km

Trevaunance Cove

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, St. Agnes 0.6 km

Millendreath Sea Pool

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

United Kingdom, East Looe 1.4 km

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Latest reviews on Cornwall's beaches

Charlestown beach

2 Yvonne Barnes

Very rundown, not many ships to see. Car park £1.50 per hour. Toilets didn't work, require a credit card to swipe 20p but the ladies were permanently engaged, only the gents worked. Wouldn't bother, except one cafe does brilliant crab sandwiches.

Nanjizal beach

10 Aiden Prescott

This beach is the perfect destination for a leisurely day trip. Take a relaxing stroll along the winding paths or bask in the sun on the soft sand. Don't forget to stop and admire the majestic horses that may cross your path. To fully appreciate the beauty of this beach, park at the entrance and enjoy a 21-25 minute walk. Trust us, it's worth it!

Porthmeor Cove

10 Jamil Farid

This beach is an absolute treasure, tucked away in a somewhat elusive location. But once you discover it, you'll be amazed. The sand is simply divine and rivals even the most exotic destinations like the Maldives. The water is crystal clear and pristine. Although it can be a bit choppy on cooler days, it's to be expected. The beauty of this beach cannot be captured in photographs alone. I highly recommend a visit if you happen to be in the vicinity.

Porthminster beach

10 Kadeem Alvarado

This shoreline boasts crystal-clear waters and powdery sand that will take your breath away. If you're traveling with little ones, you'll be pleased to know that during peak season, a dedicated team of volunteers is on hand to entertain and engage your children in a variety of activities. For those looking to explore the water, there are plenty of rental options available nearby, including kayaks, paddle boards, and comfortable deck chairs. While there are toilet facilities on site, it's worth noting that parking can be a bit of a challenge on crowded days. However, once the tide recedes, you'll have the opportunity to stroll to the neighboring beach and take in even more of the scenery.

Towen Beach

10 Drew K.

Towan Beach is centrally located in Newquay, one of Cornwall's most vibrant and popular towns. Nestled at the base of a steep hill, the beach is flanked by the harbour to the west and 'The Island,' a towering rocky outcrop connected to the mainland by a suspension footbridge, to the east. It's a fantastic spot to unwind. The water is clear, and the shoreline is so inviting that you'll find it hard to resist taking off your clothes and diving in for a swim. The area is surrounded by delicious food options and boasts a great atmosphere!

Porthmeor beach

8 Arjun Patel

The beach offers a serene atmosphere and stunning vistas. There are a few cafes that offer a scenic view of the beach. It is an ideal spot for surfing, and there is even a surfing school available. Non-surfers can also enjoy watching the surfers in action.

Popular destinations

Escalls

Sennen

Sennen Cove

Porthgwarra

St. Levan

Perranporth

Holywell

Lamorna

Goonvrea

St. Agnes

Crantock

West Pentire

Riviere Towans

Porthtowan Beach

Portreath

Phillack

Newquay

Trevelgue

Trenance

Trevarrian

Carbis Bay

Poniou

Zennor

St. Ives

Porthmeor

Longrock

Perranuthnoe

Landewednack

Lizard

Chyanvounder

Porthcothan

Trenance

Crugmeer

Trebetherick

Porthleven

Porthoustock

Trewithick

Gwendreath

Padstow

New Polzeath

Polkerris

Ponsongath

Prussia Cove

Harlyn

Trevone

Constantine Bay

Rinsey

Bojewyan

Par

Praa Sands

Porthminster beach

Towen Beach

Porthmeor beach

Porthcurno Beach

Tolcarne Beach

Carbis Bay beach

Popular types of Cornwall beaches

Most beautiful beaches of Cornwall

Pedn vounder beach

Porthchapel beach

Kynance Cove

Portheras Cove

Readymoney Cove

Polkerris beach

Quitest and lonely beaches in Cornwall

Gwynver beach

Polurrian beach

Whipsiderry Beach

Lantic Bay

Cawsand beach

Gwithian beach

Secluded beaches in Cornwall

Housel Bay beach

Poly Joke beach

Grebe beach

Porthbeer Cove

Bosahan Cove

Beaches with shade in Cornwall

Porthpean beach