Perranuthnoe Beach
9 April 2026
This is a nice secluded spot where you're usually in with a good chance of catching a few waves.
Beaches near Mousehole
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Perranuthnoe Beach
This is a nice secluded spot where you're usually in with a good chance of catching a few waves.
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Longrock Beach
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.
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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.
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Chyandour Beach
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.
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Penberth Cove
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.
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Porthcurno Beach
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.
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Mousehole Beach
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.
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Wherrytown Beach
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.
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Bowjey Beach
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.
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Prussia Cove
A lack of facilities make Prussia Cove a tranquil spot even at the height of summer, so if you can live without a beach cafe and loos, this is the one for you. The cove was home to one of Cornwall's most famous smugglers. In the 18th Century, John Carter, known as 'The King of Prussia', used the caves here to stash his smuggled goods. Parking is limited so it's best to get there early during summer. A great spot for snorkelling, the water is crystal clear here. Dogs are allowed year round.
Beaches near Mousehole
'With miles of stunning Beaches near Mousehole we have listed 20 of the very best beaches Mousehole has to offer. Exclusively reviewed by people who have been there.'
Longrock Beach
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.
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.
Chyandour Beach
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.
Penberth Cove
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.
Porthcurno Beach
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.
Mousehole Beach
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.
Wherrytown Beach
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.
Bowjey Beach
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.
Prussia Cove
9 June 2011
A lack of facilities make Prussia Cove a tranquil spot even at the height of summer, so if you can live without a beach cafe and loos, this is the one for you. The cove was home to one of Cornwall's most famous smugglers. In the 18th Century, John Carter, known as 'The King of Prussia', used the caves here to stash his smuggled goods. Parking is limited so it's best to get there early during summer. A great spot for snorkelling, the water is crystal clear here. Dogs are allowed year round.