South West England
Porthcothan Beach

Padstow Tourist Information Centre
Red Brick Building
North Quay
Padstow
Tel: 01841 533449
Fax: 01841 532356
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Porthcothan Beach, Polzeath, Cornwall

Accommodation nearby

Blue Bay Hotel
Ideal base for nature lovers, just minutes from the Coast Path.

Bedruthan Steps Hotel
A contemporary hotel centrally located on the North Cornish Coast

Hendra Holiday Park
Award winning Holiday Park close to Newquay

Green Door Cottages
Secluded, tranquil cove perfect for swimming and walking on your doorstep.

Callestock Courtyard
Beautiful barns for precious times.


Porthcothan is a sandy, sheltered beach backed by grassy dunes.

The beach is west facing ideal for sunbathing. It is located south of Constantine Bay. There is plenty of parking and the nearest village, St Merryn, is only 10 minutes drive. There are beautiful coastal walks through the dunes and along the rugged cliffs.

The coastal path gives splendid views both to the north and south as well as displaying a variety of wildlife.

Contact Details
Porthcothan Beach
North Cornwall District Council
Polzeath
Cornwall
Tel: 01841 533449