This safe family beach is just a couple of miles from Penzance town centre. Parking is available in Longrock village, or it is a pleasant stroll from Penzance train station along the path that runs beside the railway line. Great views across Mount's Bay of St Micheal's Mount, which can be reached from neighbouring Marazion Beach.
About a mile long, Marazion beach is a safe, family beach with ample parking and amenities, including a children's play area on the green and some good beachside pubs too. At low tide, you can walk across the stone causeway to the impressive island castle of St Micheal's Mount. At high tide a ferry runs between the beach and the island.
Enjoying spectacular views of St Michael's Mount, the beach is a sand and shingle mix which is covered at high tide and situated between Penzance Beach and Long Rock Beach. Whilst the nearest parking is at Long Rock, 1.5km away, there are several access points to the beach which is backed by a long cycle track and sea-defence boulders. Swimming is best at high tide, although caution is advised as there is no safety equipment or lifeguards. This is a year-round dog-friendly beach. All amenities can be found in Penzance.
This little cove at the bottom of a lovely wooded valley still supports a small fishing fleet. Bring along the binoculars as it's good spot for birdwatching too.
Get to the bottom of the hit-and-miss path to Porthcurno, and you'll feel as though you've stumbled into the Mediterranean - steeply shelving powder-fine sand, an almost luminous blue sea and cliffs sheltering you from the sea breezes.
One of Cornwall's most picturesque fishing villages, the strip of sand in the harbour can get quite busy in summer. The local kids enjoy pier jumping into the harbour. On the way into Mousehole from Penzance, there is a rocky strip of beach with a small pool in front of the Old Coastguard Hotel where you can while away the time exploring rockpools.
With lovely views over Mount's Bay, this pebble beach can be found between Penzance and Newlyn. With parking nearby and good access from the promenade it's a good place for safe swimming. You can visit year round with your dog and there's a good play park close by.
With pretty views across the bay, this is a great place for snorkelling at high tide and for rock pools. Dogs are welcome year round. The beach has grey sand and is mainly shingle and stone.
A small shingle beach to the south of Bowjey Beach. Access is via the cycle path from Newlyn. Dogs are welcome year round.
This sheltered spot of shingle and sand runs from Penzance train station to meet up with Long Rock and Marazion beaches. Safe bathing with great views across Mount's Bay.
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15 March 2023
This safe family beach is just a couple of miles from Penzance town centre. Parking is available in Longrock village, or it is a pleasant stroll from Penzance train station along the path that runs beside the railway line. Great views across Mount's Bay of St Micheal's Mount, which can be reached from neighbouring Marazion Beach.
14 July 2020
About a mile long, Marazion beach is a safe, family beach with ample parking and amenities, including a children's play area on the green and some good beachside pubs too. At low tide, you can walk across the stone causeway to the impressive island castle of St Micheal's Mount. At high tide a ferry runs between the beach and the island.
25 July 2019
Enjoying spectacular views of St Michael's Mount, the beach is a sand and shingle mix which is covered at high tide and situated between Penzance Beach and Long Rock Beach. Whilst the nearest parking is at Long Rock, 1.5km away, there are several access points to the beach which is backed by a long cycle track and sea-defence boulders. Swimming is best at high tide, although caution is advised as there is no safety equipment or lifeguards. This is a year-round dog-friendly beach. All amenities can be found in Penzance.
6 October 2017
This little cove at the bottom of a lovely wooded valley still supports a small fishing fleet. Bring along the binoculars as it's good spot for birdwatching too.
18 September 2017
Get to the bottom of the hit-and-miss path to Porthcurno, and you'll feel as though you've stumbled into the Mediterranean - steeply shelving powder-fine sand, an almost luminous blue sea and cliffs sheltering you from the sea breezes.
13 September 2017
One of Cornwall's most picturesque fishing villages, the strip of sand in the harbour can get quite busy in summer. The local kids enjoy pier jumping into the harbour. On the way into Mousehole from Penzance, there is a rocky strip of beach with a small pool in front of the Old Coastguard Hotel where you can while away the time exploring rockpools.
3 February 2016
With lovely views over Mount's Bay, this pebble beach can be found between Penzance and Newlyn. With parking nearby and good access from the promenade it's a good place for safe swimming. You can visit year round with your dog and there's a good play park close by.
3 February 2016
With pretty views across the bay, this is a great place for snorkelling at high tide and for rock pools. Dogs are welcome year round. The beach has grey sand and is mainly shingle and stone.
A small shingle beach to the south of Bowjey Beach. Access is via the cycle path from Newlyn. Dogs are welcome year round.
This sheltered spot of shingle and sand runs from Penzance train station to meet up with Long Rock and Marazion beaches. Safe bathing with great views across Mount's Bay.