Porthtowan Beach is a beach in Cornwall, England.

Come and explore the stunning Porthtowan beach, nestled between impressive cliffs in the St Agnes Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Whether you’re a surfer looking to catch some waves or a beach-goer wanting to relax and soak up the atmosphere, this stunning shoreline has something for everyone! Enjoy an easy stroll to neighbouring Chapel Porth when the tide is low, and take full advantage of the car park, cafes, shops, surf shop, and toilets.

Are there lifeguards on Porthtowan Beach?

Porthtowan Beach is a lifeguarded beach.

Beach lifeguards in Cornwall are provided by the RNLI and details can be subject to change.

For the most up-to-date information on lifeguards at Porthtowan Beach including lifeguard patrol dates and times, please refer to the RNLI website.

Are dogs allowed on Porthtowan Beach?

So – is Porthtowan Beach, Cornwall dog friendly?

There are certain times of the year when dogs are allowed on Porthtowan Beach.

Dogs are prohibited from the beach between Easter and October.

Is there parking at Porthtowan Beach?

There is parking availabile at Porthtowan Beach.

This location has 137 car parking spaces, including 4 for disabled drivers, that incur a charge between April 1st and September 30th.

Porthtowan Beach Location

The nearest postcode location for Porthtowan Beach is: TR4 8AW
The OS Grid Reference for Porthtowan Beach is: SW 6915 4803
The nearest town to Porthtowan Beach is: Redruth

Porthtowan Beach Map

Here is a map of the nearest postcode location: [pw_map address=”TR4 8AW” key=”AIzaSyA3rR60XBp9yDRlF54_kqsPLOAk3w7K51U”]

Porthtowan Beach – Additional Information

☑️ Great for Surfing
☑️ Toilets
☑️ Shop

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