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Porth Loo

Bay in Cornwall

England

Porth Loo

Pillbox entrance On Tolman Point.
Pillbox entrance Credit: David Lally

Porth Loo is a picturesque bay located on the southern coast of Cornwall, England. Situated just a few miles west of St Ives, this hidden gem offers visitors a tranquil and unspoiled environment surrounded by natural beauty.

The bay features a sandy beach that stretches for approximately 200 meters, providing ample space for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks. The sand is fine and golden, contrasting beautifully with the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Porth Loo is also known for its calm and gentle waves, making it a popular spot for swimming and other water activities.

The bay is flanked by rugged cliffs and dotted with rock formations, creating a dramatic backdrop against the blue horizon. The surrounding area is rich in diverse marine life, making it a great destination for snorkeling and exploring tide pools. Visitors can often spot seals, dolphins, and various species of seabirds along the shore.

Porth Loo is relatively secluded and can be accessed via a scenic coastal path or by car, with a small parking area nearby. While there are no facilities directly on the beach, visitors can find amenities, such as cafes, restaurants, and restrooms, in the nearby village of Carbis Bay, which is within walking distance.

Overall, Porth Loo offers a peaceful and idyllic escape from the bustling tourist areas, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet retreat in the heart of Cornwall's stunning coastline.

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Porth Loo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.922052/-6.311667 or Grid Reference SV9011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pillbox entrance On Tolman Point.
Pillbox entrance
On Tolman Point.
Isles of Scilly, The Mare The Mare is the southernmost of the rocky islets just south of Tresco.
Isles of Scilly, The Mare
The Mare is the southernmost of the rocky islets just south of Tresco.
Rock formations at Peninnis Head
Rock formations at Peninnis Head
Morning Point, the Garrison Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SV908093">SV908093</a> (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...
Morning Point, the Garrison
Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head SV908093 (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...
Old Town Bay from Peninnis There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.
Old Town Bay from Peninnis
There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.
Tolman Point Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.
Tolman Point
Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.
Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary's Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary's. The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.
Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's
The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary's Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary's. The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.
Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Granite Stone Walls Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there's plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.
Granite Stone Walls
Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there's plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.
Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.
Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis
The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.
Carn Leh Cove The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.
Carn Leh Cove
The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.
The Foreshore North of Inner Head Lots of pink granite exposed on the foreshore at low tide.
The Foreshore North of Inner Head
Lots of pink granite exposed on the foreshore at low tide.
Inner Head from the South
Inner Head from the South
Across Porth Cressa from Stony Porth A lot of rock is exposed on the foreshore here at low tide. Over the bay is The Garrison.
Across Porth Cressa from Stony Porth
A lot of rock is exposed on the foreshore here at low tide. Over the bay is The Garrison.
Fields on the North Side of the Peninnis Peninsula Surrounded by granite stone walls, the grass in these fields is in marked contrast to the coastal heathland surrounding them.
Fields on the North Side of the Peninnis Peninsula
Surrounded by granite stone walls, the grass in these fields is in marked contrast to the coastal heathland surrounding them.
Thrift on a Stone Wall A large clump of thrift, aka Sea Pink, latin name Armeria maritima, is draped over this granite stone wall close to the coastline.
Thrift on a Stone Wall
A large clump of thrift, aka Sea Pink, latin name Armeria maritima, is draped over this granite stone wall close to the coastline.
Pulpit Rock, Peninnis One of the most famous of the many fantastic rock formations on Peninnis Head. Easy to see how it got its name.
Pulpit Rock, Peninnis
One of the most famous of the many fantastic rock formations on Peninnis Head. Easy to see how it got its name.
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Porth Loo is located at Grid Ref: SV9011 (Lat: 49.922052, Lng: -6.311667)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Operator: Duchy of Cornwall
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