This lovely 'secret' cove is reached by a track that winds down through the woods from the church in the village above. It can also be incorporated as part of a walk on the South West Coast path from Pencarrow Head or Polperro. A small waterfall tumbles down to the left of the cove on the site of an old watermill.
This large sandy beach is ideal for families, with shallow waters safe for paddling. In the height of summer it can get busy here; head for the quieter, rockier eastern end of the beach. Banjo Pier at the western end is a popular hangout for rod and line fishing and is also a lovely spot to sit and watch the trawlers as they come and go from the harbour.
This sandy, family-friendly beach is about a mile east of Looe. Easily accessed by road.
Wide beach backed by cliffs. A mixture of sand, shingle and pebbles, with rock pools at low tide. The eastern part is usually quieter as it is more difficult to access.
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Talland Bay comprises of three secluded coves, each with their own character. Guests are spoilt for choice with coves to explore, natural tidal pools to bathe in and plenty of activities on offer. Rent a kayak from the nearby cafe or spend the day luxuriating in the sand, this is a slice of Cornish heaven.
Blessed with a mixture of lush woodland and beautiful coast, Seaton beach is set at the foot of Hessenford valley. Protected from the worst of the elements by high cliffs, Seaton is an idyllic spot to spend a day luxuriating in the sand and soaking up beautiful south west scenery. With facilities close by, there is also a large cafe waiting to welcome you.
Polperro beach is a small beach found just outside the harbour walls of one of the prettiest fishing villages in the country. Sitting in front of Willy Wilcox cave, once used by smugglers, Polperro beach should be visited at low tide.
Lantivet Bay is made up of a collection of small coves situated between Polruan and Polperro on the South West Coast Path. These 'secret' coves are difficult to access and are often hidden at high tide. Strong currents can make swimming hazardous, but they make for beautiful, secluded picnic spots for the intrepid walker.
Take the cliff path past Britain Cove and then a winding steep path to Eglarooze Beach. From there you will need to scramble over the rocks to reach the two coves of Beak's Horn Beach but take great care not to get cut off by the tide. The beach is rocky with some sand at low tide.
Use the car park at Millendreath and walk in an easterly direction, the beach is below the cliffs. Watch out for the tide as a rock scramble may be necessary. There are areas of sand with some shingle. Good for swimming and snorkelling but no facilities.
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27 June 2021
This lovely 'secret' cove is reached by a track that winds down through the woods from the church in the village above. It can also be incorporated as part of a walk on the South West Coast path from Pencarrow Head or Polperro. A small waterfall tumbles down to the left of the cove on the site of an old watermill.
29 August 2016
This large sandy beach is ideal for families, with shallow waters safe for paddling. In the height of summer it can get busy here; head for the quieter, rockier eastern end of the beach. Banjo Pier at the western end is a popular hangout for rod and line fishing and is also a lovely spot to sit and watch the trawlers as they come and go from the harbour.
8 September 2015
This sandy, family-friendly beach is about a mile east of Looe. Easily accessed by road.
13 June 2012
Wide beach backed by cliffs. A mixture of sand, shingle and pebbles, with rock pools at low tide. The eastern part is usually quieter as it is more difficult to access.
7 October 2011
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Talland Bay comprises of three secluded coves, each with their own character. Guests are spoilt for choice with coves to explore, natural tidal pools to bathe in and plenty of activities on offer. Rent a kayak from the nearby cafe or spend the day luxuriating in the sand, this is a slice of Cornish heaven.
8 July 2011
Blessed with a mixture of lush woodland and beautiful coast, Seaton beach is set at the foot of Hessenford valley. Protected from the worst of the elements by high cliffs, Seaton is an idyllic spot to spend a day luxuriating in the sand and soaking up beautiful south west scenery. With facilities close by, there is also a large cafe waiting to welcome you.
8 July 2011
Polperro beach is a small beach found just outside the harbour walls of one of the prettiest fishing villages in the country. Sitting in front of Willy Wilcox cave, once used by smugglers, Polperro beach should be visited at low tide.
8 July 2011
Lantivet Bay is made up of a collection of small coves situated between Polruan and Polperro on the South West Coast Path. These 'secret' coves are difficult to access and are often hidden at high tide. Strong currents can make swimming hazardous, but they make for beautiful, secluded picnic spots for the intrepid walker.
Take the cliff path past Britain Cove and then a winding steep path to Eglarooze Beach. From there you will need to scramble over the rocks to reach the two coves of Beak's Horn Beach but take great care not to get cut off by the tide. The beach is rocky with some sand at low tide.
Use the car park at Millendreath and walk in an easterly direction, the beach is below the cliffs. Watch out for the tide as a rock scramble may be necessary. There are areas of sand with some shingle. Good for swimming and snorkelling but no facilities.