Greenbank Cove

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Cornwall

England

Greenbank Cove

View east from the car park at North Cliffs Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs. — View east from the car park at North Cliffs Credit: David P Howard

Greenbank Cove is a picturesque coastal area located in Cornwall, England. Nestled between lush green hills and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, it offers a stunning natural landscape that attracts locals and tourists alike. The cove is known for its pristine sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and breathtaking sea views.

One of the main features of Greenbank Cove is its estuary, which is formed by the convergence of a small creek and the open sea. This estuary provides a unique ecosystem that supports a diverse range of marine and bird life. Visitors can witness an array of seabirds, such as gulls and cormorants, diving into the water to catch fish.

The creek that flows into the estuary is a tranquil and serene spot that adds to the charm of Greenbank Cove. It is a popular spot for kayaking and paddleboarding, allowing visitors to explore the cove from a different perspective. The creek is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers a peaceful escape from the bustling beach.

Greenbank Cove is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to various species of marine life. Dolphins and seals are often spotted swimming in the waters, delighting onlookers. During low tide, explorers can discover a wide range of marine creatures in the rock pools along the shore.

Whether visitors are seeking a relaxing beach day, an adventurous water activity, or a chance to connect with nature, Greenbank Cove offers it all. With its breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and tranquil atmosphere, it is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the beauty of Cornwall.

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Greenbank Cove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.24461/-5.3251765 or Grid Reference SW6343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View east from the car park at North Cliffs

Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.

David P Howard

View north east from North Cliffs

The view extends past the cliffs and rocks in the foreground, past the Crane Islands in the middle distance, past Gull Rock off Portreath, to St. Agnes' Head in the far distance.

David P Howard

A Misty Winters Day at Derrick's Cove

View along the steep cliffs of north Cornwall on and cold wet and misty winters afternoon

Nigel Mykura

A Misty Day on the North Coast of Cornwall

Looking North up the coast from the cliff top near the parking area just off the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.

Nigel Mykura

Derrick Cove

View west along the Cornish Coast on a damp miserable misty day from the top of the cliffs next to the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.

Nigel Mykura

Coastline near Basset's Cove, near Portreath, Cornwall

David Lewis

North Cornwall Coast, west of Portreath, 1995

Eastward on B3301 near Deadman's Cove to North Cliffs, Crane Islands; on horizon Mount Hawke and, dimly, St Agnes Head.

Ben Brooksbank

Lane in Coombe

Taken outside Coombe Cottage looking east.

Trevor Harris

Woodland path through Tehidy Country Park

Looking westward.

Peter Wood

Autumn on the West Drive, Tehidy Park

Sunlight highlighting trees and autumn leaves on the West Drive in Tehidy Park.

Philip Halling

Path in Tehidy Park

Path beside Red River in woodland in Tehidy Country Park.

Philip Halling

Path in Tehidy Country Park

Path passing through woodland in Tehidy Country Park.

Philip Halling

Trees in Tehidy Country Park

Philip Halling

Stream in Tehidy Country Park

Philip Halling

Mute swans

Eight mute swans on the lake in Tehidy Country Park.

Philip Halling

Bracket fungi

Bracket fungi on a tree in Tehidy Country Park.

Philip Halling

Trees in Tehidy Country Park

Trees beside a path in Tehidy Country Park.

Philip Halling

Waterfall at Porth-cadjack Cove

Just south of Portreath the South West Coast Path rises to cross Carvannel Downs, which are carved in two by this steep sided combe. There is a right of way marked on OS maps that show a route around the combe, but this is not immediately obvious on the ground and so most people walk the zig-zag path down and then zig-zag up via the combe bottom. To see a photograph of the zig-zag path climbing the southern side of the combe, click here:- SW6444 : Combe in the Carvannel Downs. The stream falling over the waterfall into SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove is quite short (some 770m), starting near Carvannel Farm just beyond the head of the combe and draining the surrounding downs. See also these photographs of Porth-cadjack Cove by:- Brian:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove and Cliff at Low Tide, Rod Allday:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove at low tide, Maurice D Budden:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove and Philip Halling:- SW6444 : Coomb in the Carvannel Downs.

Alan Walker

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Greenbank Cove is located at Grid Ref: SW6343 (Lat: 50.24461, Lng: -5.3251765)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall