Porth Loe

Bay in Cornwall

England

Porth Loe

Lower Bosistow Cliff path approaching Nanjizal Beach Credit: Tom Page

Porth Loe is a picturesque bay located on the north coast of Cornwall, England. Situated between the popular tourist destinations of Porthcawl and St. Ives, this hidden gem offers a secluded and tranquil atmosphere for visitors seeking a peaceful coastal retreat.

The bay is characterized by its rugged cliffs, sandy beach, and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Nestled within the dramatic landscape of the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Porth Loe provides breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding cliffs, making it a haven for nature lovers and photographers alike.

Access to Porth Loe is relatively challenging, with a steep path leading down from the nearby coastal road. However, this adds to the bay's charm as it remains unspoiled and less crowded compared to other popular beaches in the area. The beach itself is a mix of sand and pebbles, offering visitors the opportunity to relax, sunbathe, or explore the rock pools during low tide.

Porth Loe is also renowned for its rich marine life, attracting snorkelers and scuba divers who are eager to explore the underwater world. The bay is home to a diverse array of sea creatures, including colorful fish, crabs, and starfish, creating an enchanting experience for underwater enthusiasts.

Although there are no facilities or amenities directly at Porth Loe, the nearby village of Porthcawl offers a range of accommodation options, cafes, and shops. Visitors can also embark on scenic coastal walks or explore the nearby historical landmarks such as the iconic Tin Coast and the Geevor Tin Mine.

Overall, Porth Loe is a hidden coastal gem that offers natural beauty, tranquility, and the opportunity to immerse oneself in the stunning landscapes of Cornwall.

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Porth Loe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.039067/-5.6830725 or Grid Reference SW3621. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lower Bosistow Cliff path approaching Nanjizal Beach

Tom Page

Old Wayside Cross towards Ardensawah in St Levan parish

Ardensawah or Ardensaweth Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. Set beside a stone stile on a footpath northwest of St Levan church in St Levan parish. Grade II Listed Link

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. Milestone Society National ID: CWPW_SLE01

L Nott

The view from the porch at St Levan Church

Looking out into the churchyard. The St Levan Stone SW3822 : The St Levan Stone is just out of sight to the left of the path.

Rod Allday

The altar in St Levan Church

Seen on the occasion of the church's 2011 flower festival - the theme was 'Songs from the Shows' and the beautiful display on the altar takes as its theme 'Jesus Christ Superstar'.

Rod Allday

Shoreline at Porthgwarra, reached through the cliff tunnel

Maurice D Budden

Lower Bosistow

A lovely Georgian farmhouse on the way to Mill Bay.

Graham Horn

Towards Bosistow Cliffs

A group of walkers descends the track, a bridleway, from Higher Bosistow towards the coast at Carn Lês Boel.

Graham Horn

Heather on Higher Bosistow Cliffs

There are two well-defined tracks across the heather, the coastal path and an inland route towards Higher Bosistow. This is the area of heather moorland in between.

Graham Horn

Higher Bosistow Cliffs

There is a stretch of heather moorland above the coastal path, which runs below the first horizon.

Graham Horn

Towards Carn LÃªs Boel

This is an ancient promontory name, at a location where there used to be a fort, probably Iron Age. The coastal path runs just in front of us, having come down the bridleway from Higher Bosistow.

Graham Horn

Nanjizal

Holiday cottage with a view. This is Nanjizal, a remote house with a stunning position above Mill Bay.

Graham Horn

The Song of the Sea

That is the name of this cove, adjacent to Mill Bay or Nanjizal beach, where the sea has cut through the rock to form a narrow passage. Someone who has been there writes on Wikipedia "Inside the cove are large rockpools with many types of sea anemones and seaweeds, although the rocks are very slippery and the cove dark and damp. Several of the rocks appear to be covered with a purple substance."

Graham Horn

Mill Bay or Nanjizal

A wonderfully secluded beach. When the weather is fine this is a great place to be, and to stay being. But it faces due west, so when those Atlantic storms roll in it is probably not so pleasant.

Graham Horn

Porth Chapel

This beach is easily reached from St Levan, so I was surprised it was not busier. There was footprint evidence that it had been used earlier in the day though.

Graham Horn

Porth Chapel

This beach is easily reached from St Levan, so I was surprised it was not busier. There was footprint evidence that it had been used earlier in the day though. This is a lovely section of the coast.

Graham Horn

Towards St Levan

From the coastal path, looking up a small valley that is followed by the path towards the village. There are bits of four squares visible here, the house being in SW3822.

Graham Horn

Pausing for a breather

This is the view looking back towards the beach at Porth Chapel and the headland beyond, Pedn-men-an-mere SW3821, having descended then ascended from there along the coastal path. The undulating nature of the path is such that this view will quickly disappear, to be replaced by a new one ahead.

Graham Horn