Porthbeor Beach
24 August 2026
Nestling undisturbed on the Roseland peninsula, Porthbeor is pleasantly sheltered and dotted with unusual rock formations. Currently only accessible by boat due to landslip cutting off the access steps.
Beaches near Maenporth Estate
1
Porthbeor Beach
Nestling undisturbed on the Roseland peninsula, Porthbeor is pleasantly sheltered and dotted with unusual rock formations. Currently only accessible by boat due to landslip cutting off the access steps.
2
Newton Beach
A mixture of rocks, sand and shingle form this beach. There are fabulous views across the estuary, however due to the strong currents it is not advsiable to swim here.
3
Towan Beach
Sandy, pebbly and spacious with rock pools to explore at low tide. Not to be confused with Towan Beach at Newquay. The National Trust beach car park is nearby with good access. Don't forget to visit Earl theThirstea Co refreshment van, open from Easter to October.
4
Maenporth Beach
Maenporth Beach is slightly outside the town of Falmouth and therefore a little quieter.
5
Summers Beach
Best to park on the Harbour Quay and take the steps down from Tredenham Road, The beach is a mixture of sand and shingle with rocky areas at each end. A cafe with parking and toilets are 10 minutes walk away.
6
Tavern Beach
Situated between the harbour and the castle, this beach is a mixture of shingle and sand with flat rock outcrops. The south facing beach is very sheltered and popular in the summer months.
7
Gyllyngvase Beach
Falmouth has many family-friendly beaches, Gyllyngvase being perhaps the most popular (and the most bizarrely named).
8
Flushing Cove
One of several small coves opposite St. Anthony Beach. Access is limited due to lack of parking although alternative access is available by parking at St. Anthony and taking the passenger ferry across the creek (ask in the boat hire shop). The cove is sheltered, quiet and good for young children.
9
Flushing Beach
This small rocky and sandy beach is a family favourite during the summer. Access is along the path from the village where the passenger ferry can be found. The views are lovely over the bay to Falmouth and dogs are welcome year round.
10
Harbour Beach St Mawes
Located centrally, this beach is a mix of shingle and coarse sand with flattish rocks. There is a steep slipway at the harbour which is not suitable for launching craft.
Beaches near Maenporth Estate
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Newton Beach
15 May 2026
A mixture of rocks, sand and shingle form this beach. There are fabulous views across the estuary, however due to the strong currents it is not advsiable to swim here.
Towan Beach
12 May 2026
Sandy, pebbly and spacious with rock pools to explore at low tide. Not to be confused with Towan Beach at Newquay. The National Trust beach car park is nearby with good access. Don't forget to visit Earl theThirstea Co refreshment van, open from Easter to October.
Maenporth Beach
4 August 2025
Maenporth Beach is slightly outside the town of Falmouth and therefore a little quieter.
Summers Beach
14 July 2025
Best to park on the Harbour Quay and take the steps down from Tredenham Road, The beach is a mixture of sand and shingle with rocky areas at each end. A cafe with parking and toilets are 10 minutes walk away.
Tavern Beach
12 September 2024
Situated between the harbour and the castle, this beach is a mixture of shingle and sand with flat rock outcrops. The south facing beach is very sheltered and popular in the summer months.
Gyllyngvase Beach
27 May 2024
Falmouth has many family-friendly beaches, Gyllyngvase being perhaps the most popular (and the most bizarrely named).
Flushing Cove
30 September 2023
One of several small coves opposite St. Anthony Beach. Access is limited due to lack of parking although alternative access is available by parking at St. Anthony and taking the passenger ferry across the creek (ask in the boat hire shop). The cove is sheltered, quiet and good for young children.
Flushing Beach
19 August 2022
This small rocky and sandy beach is a family favourite during the summer. Access is along the path from the village where the passenger ferry can be found. The views are lovely over the bay to Falmouth and dogs are welcome year round.
Harbour Beach St Mawes
21 June 2021
Located centrally, this beach is a mix of shingle and coarse sand with flattish rocks. There is a steep slipway at the harbour which is not suitable for launching craft.