Porthcew

Beach in Cornwall

England

Porthcew

The lane above Praa Sands
The lane above Praa Sands Credit: David Medcalf

Porthcew is a picturesque beach located in Cornwall, a county in southwestern England. Nestled along the rugged coastline, this sandy haven is renowned for its natural beauty and pristine waters. Situated near the village of Porthcew, the beach offers visitors a serene and tranquil environment to unwind and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

With its golden sands stretching for approximately 300 meters, Porthcew is an ideal spot for sunbathing and building sandcastles. The beach is flanked by towering cliffs, providing a stunning backdrop and offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming, and the beach is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months to ensure the safety of visitors.

Porthcew boasts excellent facilities, including a car park, toilets, and a small cafe serving refreshments. The beach is also accessible for disabled visitors, with designated parking spaces and ramps available.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of wildlife that can be found in the area. Porthcew is a popular spot for birdwatching, with various species of seabirds frequently seen along the coast. The beach is also home to an array of marine life, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled day by the sea, Porthcew offers something for everyone. Its natural beauty, facilities, and accessibility make it an idyllic destination for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

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Porthcew Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.093223/-5.3669073 or Grid Reference SW5926. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The lane above Praa Sands
The lane above Praa Sands
Overgrown land near Lesceave Farm
Overgrown land near Lesceave Farm
The lane to Hendra
The lane to Hendra
Footpath off the lane to Hendra
Footpath off the lane to Hendra
A narrow zawn at Rinsey Head
A narrow zawn at Rinsey Head
Looking up towards Rinsey Head house
Looking up towards Rinsey Head house
The cliffs on Rinsey Head
The cliffs on Rinsey Head
Complex rocks at Rinsey Head
Complex rocks at Rinsey Head
Rinsey West Cliff
Rinsey West Cliff
Rinsey West Cliff Looking south.
Rinsey West Cliff
Looking south.
The well-used Coast Path Above Rinsey West Cliff.
The well-used Coast Path
Above Rinsey West Cliff.
Public footpath crosses private road The road is the approach to Rinsey Head house.
Public footpath crosses private road
The road is the approach to Rinsey Head house.
The top of the road to Rinsey Head house
The top of the road to Rinsey Head house
Buildings at Hendra Farm
Buildings at Hendra Farm
Rinsey Head, Cornwall
Rinsey Head, Cornwall
Rinsey Head and Wheal Prosper Tin Mine (engine house) Cornwall
Rinsey Head and Wheal Prosper Tin Mine (engine house) Cornwall
Remains of the engine house of the Wheal Prosper Tin Mine, Rinsey Head, Cornwall
Remains of the engine house of the Wheal Prosper Tin Mine, Rinsey Head, Cornwall
The South-west Coast Path ascending Rinsey Head, Cornwall
The South-west Coast Path ascending Rinsey Head, Cornwall
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Porthcew is located at Grid Ref: SW5926 (Lat: 50.093223, Lng: -5.3669073)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.093223,-5.3669073
Rinsey
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Is In Country: England
Is In Country Code: GB
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Mounting: building
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TR13 104D
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Source: survey;streetlevel imagery;aerial imagery
Lat/Long: 50.0971856/-5.3660915
Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Survey Date: 2022-09-04
Lat/Long: 50.093965/-5.3673268
Bench
Backrest: no
Survey Date: 2022-09-04
Lat/Long: 50.094172/-5.3667104
Fire Hydrant
Emergency: fire_hydrant
Fire Hydrant Type: underground
Survey Date: 2022-09-04
Lat/Long: 50.0963129/-5.3659209
Bench
Backrest: no
Survey Date: 2022-09-04
Lat/Long: 50.0941258/-5.3665681
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 50.0919389/-5.3620245
Barrier: stile
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Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 50.0942279/-5.3658851
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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