Surfers delight at Sennen beach with its Atlantic-driven waves, making it a popular spot all year round. On calmer summer days, it’s good for swimming of course, but generally the force of the Atlantic Ocean makes it a surfers’ paradise. There are plenty of facilities in the village just up from the beach, so if you simply want to sit on a sheltered spot and watch the surfers in action, you can grab a coffee and while away the day.
Harlyn
EP6NXW Looking along the beach at Harlyn Bay on the north coast of Cornwall in England.Carl Whitfield / Alamy Stock Photo
If long expanses of sandy beach appeal, Harlyn on the north coast of Cornwall – and walking distance from Trevone bay – is a slightly more sheltered option to head for. It has a bohemian feel and plenty of kids running around the sand dunes, rock pools and in the gentle waves. There’s a beach shack for food, or The Pig at Harlyn Bay is a five minute walk down the lanes and welcomes sandy guests at its lobster shack.
Polzeath
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Holidaymakers, surfers and families flock to Polzeath Beach which is situated just north of the Camel Estuary and two miles from Padstow. This satisfyingly large beach reveals a quarter of a mile of sand in every direction when the tide is low. Like Porthminster this also has a blue flag and is clean and safe for children thanks to its gently shelving sand. It’s lovely place to spend a sunny day thanks to the cool surfer vibe, quirky shops and beach cafes. Make sure to arrive around 10am on a hot day to grab a parking spot in one of the four car parks.
Kynance Cove
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