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Beaches in Padstow

Padstow Harbour certainly takes centre stage, but fear not beach-lovers you won’t have to travel far to be on Cornish golden sand. There are plenty of dog-friendly beaches near Padstow, too. Cornwall’s north coast is famous for its surfing scene, so if you’re a wave hunter you’ve come to the right place. And if you’re looking to clock up a few steps along the way, many of Padstow beaches can be reached via South West Coast Path.

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Dog-friendly beaches in Padstow

While Padstow itself is more known for its harbour than beaches, the good news for dogs and their prospective owners, is there are plenty of dog friendly beaches near Padstow. Many of Padstow’s dog-...

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Trevone Bay, near Padstow

A trip to Padstow’s closest Blue Flag beach (approximately two miles) is always worthwhile. The main beach is more of a sandy inlet that’s deeper than it is wide and to either side there’s  ple...

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Cornish cove Porthcothan Bay north coast Cornwall England UK between Newquay and Padstow on a sunny blue sky day with hut. © Charlesy, Shutterstock

Porthcothan Bay, near Padstow

Around five miles of south of Padstow, Porthcothan Bay is a large sandy beach which is popular with families and surfers alike. Perfectly set up for a day at the beach, lifeguards are on patrol from M...

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Trevose Head from Mother Ivey's Bay ©National Trust Images Sue Brackenbury

Mother Ivey’s Bay, near Padstow

Protected from the wind by the rocks and tucked behind Trevose Head, Mother Ivey’s Bay on the North Coast lies in a sheltered location framed by stunning coastal scenery. This soft sandy beach is mu...

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Constantine Island in Constantine Bay near Trevose Head ©National Trust Images Sue Brackenbury

Constantine Bay, near Padstow

Three miles west of Padstow is the wonderful Constantine Bay. Neighbouring the humorously-named Booby’s Bay, but separated by a thin rocky point. Constantine Bay is backed by a cluster of grassy san...

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Harlyn Bay

Harlyn Bay, Padstow

Just under three miles west of Padstow is epic Harlyn Bay. At low tide it’s a wide stretch of sand – with a few pebbles in the mix too – backed by dunes. Rock-pooling enthusiasts are well ca...

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Rock Beach

Dog-walking in this part of North Cornwall is a real treat, with endless possibilities for you and your favourite four-footed friend to explore. Rock Beach also known as Brea Beach, is a glorious whit...

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Constantine Island in the mid ground taken from Trevose Head across Constantine Bay with Booby's Bay in the foreground ©National Trust Images Sue Brackenbury

Booby’s Bay, Padstow

You are bound to wonder from where the curiously-named Booby’s Beach the beach got its name, and may be surprised that it comes from a gannet-like bird called the booby. Some suggest it may come...

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Distant view of Stepper Point across winter seas from the beach at Polzeath, North Cornwall. National Trust Images, John Gerrish.

Polzeath Beach

A perfect surfing beach, Polzeath is a Blue Flag award-winning beach, which is easily accessible. It tends to long, slow-breaking surfing waves; hence, its immense popularity in an area packed with a ...

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Daymer Bay Beach

This splendid beach offers a long stretch of golden sand at low tide, backed by suntrap dunes and scenic views across the Camel Estuary. There is parking, via narrow roads. The car park also has grass...

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