Cellars Beach

Beach in Cornwall

England

Cellars Beach

Arriving by ferry at St Mawes
Arriving by ferry at St Mawes Credit: Roy Hughes

Cellars Beach, located in Cornwall, England, is a picturesque sandy beach nestled on the eastern coast of the Roseland Peninsula. This unspoiled gem offers visitors a tranquil and idyllic setting for relaxation and enjoyment.

Accessed via a steep and scenic footpath, Cellars Beach is a hidden cove that remains somewhat secluded, making it a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the crowds. The beach is relatively small, with golden sands stretching out at low tide and pebbles appearing at high tide.

The crystal-clear waters of the English Channel provide the perfect opportunity for swimming, paddleboarding, and snorkeling, while the sheltered nature of the cove makes it a safe environment for families with children. Lifeguards are not currently stationed at the beach, so caution is advised when venturing into the water.

Surrounded by cliffs and lush greenery, Cellars Beach offers breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and the open sea. Exploring the rock pools at low tide reveals a diverse range of marine life, adding to the charm and intrigue of the area.

Facilities at Cellars Beach are limited, with no toilets or shops available on-site. Visitors are advised to bring their own refreshments and essential supplies. Dogs are allowed throughout the year, making it a popular spot for dog walkers.

Overall, Cellars Beach in Cornwall is a hidden gem, offering a peaceful and unspoiled coastal experience for those who appreciate natural beauty and tranquility.

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Cellars Beach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.152261/-5.0068445 or Grid Reference SW8532. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arriving by ferry at St Mawes
Arriving by ferry at St Mawes
Folbot folding canoe, St Mawes 1938 Folding canoes of fabric over a frame originated with Inuit kayaks. Commercial ones started in Germany with Klepper's Faltboot in 1908. In the UK Jack Kissner started making the Folbot in 1933, and the company continued to 2016. In World War 2 Special Forces used folding canoes, known as cockles, the first ones were based on the Folbot design.
The Folbot in the photo is on Tavern Beach; the photographer was on holiday in "Our Cottage" in Lower Castle Road, just above the beach.
View towards Carricknath Point, as shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/29338">SW8432 : Carricknath Point</a>, also a view from St Mawes.
Folbot folding canoe, St Mawes 1938
Folding canoes of fabric over a frame originated with Inuit kayaks. Commercial ones started in Germany with Klepper's Faltboot in 1908. In the UK Jack Kissner started making the Folbot in 1933, and the company continued to 2016. In World War 2 Special Forces used folding canoes, known as cockles, the first ones were based on the Folbot design. The Folbot in the photo is on Tavern Beach; the photographer was on holiday in "Our Cottage" in Lower Castle Road, just above the beach. View towards Carricknath Point, as shown in SW8432 : Carricknath Point, also a view from St Mawes.
Tavern Beach St Mawes with yachts on harbour, 1938 Photo from Lower Castle Road where the photographer was on holiday in "Our Cottage". The sea wall beside the road is seen on the left. Across the estuary is the coast from Carricknath Point to St. Anthony.  A similar recent view is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/774705">SW8432 : St Mawes Harbour, Roseland, Cornwall taken 1964</a>.
Tavern Beach St Mawes with yachts on harbour, 1938
Photo from Lower Castle Road where the photographer was on holiday in "Our Cottage". The sea wall beside the road is seen on the left. Across the estuary is the coast from Carricknath Point to St. Anthony. A similar recent view is SW8432 : St Mawes Harbour, Roseland, Cornwall taken 1964.
Porthbeor Beach, Gerrans The tide was quite well in with relatively little of the beach exposed.  Access down a steep path is discouraged by the National Trust due to the risk of rockfalls.
Porthbeor Beach, Gerrans
The tide was quite well in with relatively little of the beach exposed. Access down a steep path is discouraged by the National Trust due to the risk of rockfalls.
St Anthony's Lighthouse St Anthony's Lighthouse is situated on St Anthony Head, on the eastern side of the entrance to Falmouth harbour. It was built in 1835 by the Chief Engineer of Trinity House to guide shipping away from the Manacles Rocks south of Falmouth Harbour (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/st-anthonys-lighthouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/st-anthonys-lighthouse">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>  Trinity House). It is a Grade II listed building (Historic England List Entry Number: 1136282 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1136282" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1136282">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> )

St Anthony's lighthouse was featured in the UK version of Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock, as "Fraggle Rock Lighthouse" in external scenes.

Today the light is automated, flashing white every 15 seconds
St Anthony's Lighthouse
St Anthony's Lighthouse is situated on St Anthony Head, on the eastern side of the entrance to Falmouth harbour. It was built in 1835 by the Chief Engineer of Trinity House to guide shipping away from the Manacles Rocks south of Falmouth Harbour (LinkExternal link Trinity House). It is a Grade II listed building (Historic England List Entry Number: 1136282 LinkExternal link ) St Anthony's lighthouse was featured in the UK version of Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock, as "Fraggle Rock Lighthouse" in external scenes. Today the light is automated, flashing white every 15 seconds
St Mawes Parish Church
St Mawes Parish Church
Catholic Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea and St Anthony
Catholic Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea and St Anthony
Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel
Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel
Former Congregational chapel
Former Congregational chapel
St Mawes Castle
St Mawes Castle
Pedn-Moran Road
Pedn-Moran Road
St Mawes Quay
St Mawes Quay
St Mawes Castle
St Mawes Castle
St Mawes Quay
St Mawes Quay
St Anthony-in-Roseland Church
St Anthony-in-Roseland Church
St Anthony Head
St Anthony Head
Path towards Porthbeor Beach
Path towards Porthbeor Beach
Porthbeor Beach
Porthbeor Beach
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Cellars Beach is located at Grid Ref: SW8532 (Lat: 50.152261, Lng: -5.0068445)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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