St Agnes' pride and joy, Trevaunance Cove boasts the dramatic aesthetics typical of Cornwall's north coast. Soaring cliffs and golden sands are complemented by a labyrinth of caves and the almighty Atlantic lapping at its shores. Popular amongst families and sport-lovers alike, Trevaunance Cove is not one to forget.
Chapel Porth beach near St Agnes is very picturesque with ruins of engine houses, but it can get busy in summer and there are only rocks at high tide, so choose the timing of your visit.
With the soaring Gull Rock standing proud on the horizon, Portreath beach is certainly visually striking. Once a working port, the beach is now a firm favourite amongst bodyboarders, surfers and water-lovers, and boasts the advantages of easy access, parking and numerous facilities close to hand.
Perranporth is a large, sandy beach, over two miles long, with good surfing conditions. The beach is backed by extensive sand dunes and a nice walk can be found through the dunes to St Piran's Cross and the ruins of St Piran's Oratory. It's also on the South West Coast Path.
Porthtowan beach is a real winner. A surfer's paradise and a perfect place for sandy strolls, Porthtowan beach is a Blue Flag award winning beach offering unique natural beauty and plenty of activity to keep you hooked. There is even a children's play area at the top end of the beach to further entertain your little ones.
Trevellas-Porth beach is a fisherman and snorkeler's dream. Quieter than its neighbouring coves, the north coast's Trevallas-Porth is characteristically rocky and surrounded by stunning scenery. Wander onto the sand at low tide before branching off onto the coast path. There is no lifeguard cover and dogs are welcome all year.
This is a small mostly sandy cove, located off the popular Porthtowan beach. The beach is backed by eroding cliffs and is prone to rock falls.
Found on Cornwall's north coast, Penhale Sands is part of a Special Area of Conservation. Joining up with Perranporth Beach and Perran Sands at low tide, Penhale becomes a three-mile stretch of beautiful, golden sand. Shadowed by undulating dunes housing St Piran's Oratory, the beach is graced with easy access and lots to enjoy.
'With miles of stunning Beaches near St Agnes we have listed 8 of the very best beaches St Agnes has to offer. Exclusively reviewed by people who have been there.'
1 September 2025
St Agnes' pride and joy, Trevaunance Cove boasts the dramatic aesthetics typical of Cornwall's north coast. Soaring cliffs and golden sands are complemented by a labyrinth of caves and the almighty Atlantic lapping at its shores. Popular amongst families and sport-lovers alike, Trevaunance Cove is not one to forget.
23 July 2024
Chapel Porth beach near St Agnes is very picturesque with ruins of engine houses, but it can get busy in summer and there are only rocks at high tide, so choose the timing of your visit.
1 August 2022
With the soaring Gull Rock standing proud on the horizon, Portreath beach is certainly visually striking. Once a working port, the beach is now a firm favourite amongst bodyboarders, surfers and water-lovers, and boasts the advantages of easy access, parking and numerous facilities close to hand.
7 June 2015
Perranporth is a large, sandy beach, over two miles long, with good surfing conditions. The beach is backed by extensive sand dunes and a nice walk can be found through the dunes to St Piran's Cross and the ruins of St Piran's Oratory. It's also on the South West Coast Path.
28 June 2013
Porthtowan beach is a real winner. A surfer's paradise and a perfect place for sandy strolls, Porthtowan beach is a Blue Flag award winning beach offering unique natural beauty and plenty of activity to keep you hooked. There is even a children's play area at the top end of the beach to further entertain your little ones.
9 April 2009
Trevellas-Porth beach is a fisherman and snorkeler's dream. Quieter than its neighbouring coves, the north coast's Trevallas-Porth is characteristically rocky and surrounded by stunning scenery. Wander onto the sand at low tide before branching off onto the coast path. There is no lifeguard cover and dogs are welcome all year.
This is a small mostly sandy cove, located off the popular Porthtowan beach. The beach is backed by eroding cliffs and is prone to rock falls.
Found on Cornwall's north coast, Penhale Sands is part of a Special Area of Conservation. Joining up with Perranporth Beach and Perran Sands at low tide, Penhale becomes a three-mile stretch of beautiful, golden sand. Shadowed by undulating dunes housing St Piran's Oratory, the beach is graced with easy access and lots to enjoy.