The Cornwall Handbook

Cornwall holidays on the beach

Discover all that Cornwall has to offer for your perfect holiday on the beach

6 best places to learn to surf in Cornwall

Surfing is as Cornish as the pasty – it’s a fact. Find out where the best beginner's surf beaches are and catch some waves!

Best places to surf in Cornwall

If you were to ask your average non-surfer where the most popular place to catch a wave in England was, most would tell you that it’s somewhere in Cornwall. The most south-westerly county is indeed the most popular destination for surfers – whether you are a novice or a hardened pro. The North Cornwall coast has the full force of the Atlantic Ocean to thank for its power pack of briny rollers.

Ultimate summer bucket list: The Cornwall edition

From surfing the fantastic waves that roll off the Atlantic to exploring the exotic Eden Project to tasting the iconic Cornish pasty, we’ve put together your ultimate summer bucket list. You may never be finished exploring all the fantastic attractions and natural places in Cornwall but your can give it a try.

The best beaches in South Cornwall

South Cornwall’s impossibly contorted and winding coastline is the home of some of England’s most enticing beaches. If you like rock pools, sandy expanses, clambering rocks, towering cliffs and buoyant waves, South Cornwall’s beaches will entice and delight in equal measure.

The best beaches in North Cornwall

Dramatic cliffs meet wide sandy beaches and the big waves of the Atlantic along Cornwall’s breathtaking north coast. Lie on the beach or get surfing, there are endless water sports and miles of coast to explore. In this list, we have dog-friendly beaches, coves for families and some of the best surfing in the UK.

The ultimate Cornwall beach guide

If you’re looking for dog-friendly beaches, family-friendly beaches, or the best surfing beaches in the UK, you will find it with our guide to Cornwall beaches.

Lifeguarded beaches in Cornwall

Cornwall draws in millions of visitors every year to its idyllic seaside haunts. Whether you are going to lounge on the sand, swim in the shallows or planning to conquer the famous Cornish surf, there’s nothing more important than staying safe at the seaside. Read through our guide to lifeguarded beaches in Cornwall and plan an unforgettable trip to one of these beautiful seaside locations.

Best dog-friendly Cornwall beaches

From popular spots including Fistral and Watergate Bay in Newquay, through to secret coves and bays that you may never have heard of before now, we've done the homework to let you know which Cornish beaches allow dogs. Read on to see the full list of beaches where dogs are allowed all year round, where there are restrictions, and where there are annual bans.

Secret beaches and coves in Cornwall

When it comes to the UK's most beautiful beaches, Cornwall is probably the first place that springs to mind. Places like Newquay, St Ives and Lizard Point are all home to some of the best beaches in the world, with beauty spots such as Kynance Cove, Porthcurno and Porthmeor all popular to visit on a Cornwall holiday. But did you know there are more than 400 beaches to be found in the South West?

The best beaches near Looe

Cornwall is famed for its beaches throughout the beautiful county, with many firm family favourites spread across the 433 miles of coastline. Trelawne Manor Holiday Park is found on the outskirts of Looe and is the perfect place to explore all of the beautiful beaches in the south of Cornwall. This destination boasts some of the best beaches in the country, all well worth exploring.

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