Saltash, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Cawsand Bay

Cawsand Bay is a serene beach situated in Cornwall, UK. The bay provides a sheltered environment with a sand and shingle beach, rock pools, and safe swimming opportunities. Visitors can rent boats and access the slipway for added convenience.

Cawsand and Kingsand, two 17th Century fishing villages, are recognized for their history of smuggling and charming narrow streets with pastel-colored houses. It is recommended to park cars at a designated car park in Cawsand. These villages are part of Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, located in the Rame Peninsula, an area of exceptional natural beauty often referred to as the forgotten corner of Cornwall.

Discover places to stay near Cawsand Bay and enjoy the charming narrow streets of its historic fishing villages.

The Cawsand pay and display car park can accommodate up to 100 cars and is situated 100 yards away from the beach. During the summer, a passenger ferry service runs from Plymouth to Cawsand.

What to do at Cawsand Bay?

Bars

Best bars near Cawsand Bay include The Bay Bar & Restaurant, The Devonport Inn, The Rising Sun, Cawsand Beach and Olives.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Cawsand Bay include The Bay Bar & Restaurant, Olives, The Cove, Cawsand., The Devonport Inn and The Old Bakery.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and family-friendly nature of the beach, with rock pools, calm waters for swimming, disabled access, and amenities like an ice cream van and clean toilets. However, visitors warn that parking can be difficult in the summer and some may be disappointed by the lack of sand on the beach.

Where to Stay near Cawsand Bay?

Consider staying in the charming villages of Cawsand and Kingsand, which offer convenient access to Cawsand Bay and its serene beach environment. These villages are part of the picturesque Rame Peninsula, providing a perfect blend of beach relaxation and exploration of historical sites.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Cawsand Bay?

Latitude: 50.3309175 / Longitude: -4.2014605

Cawsand Bay is located in Saltash. The following map of Cawsand Bay shows the exact location.


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Cawsand Bay: Weather Today

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today at Cawsand Bay offers a pleasant, though somewhat breezy, day that is best suited for relaxing on the sand rather than taking a long swim. With a maximum air temperature of 23.8 °C and intermittent cloud cover, it is a comfortable day for a walk along the shore. The water remains quite refreshing at 20.2 °C, meaning it is better to stay on the beach than to dive in for a swim. You will notice a steady breeze throughout the day, which keeps the atmosphere fresh but makes the water slightly choppy. Since the maximum air temperature is moderate, you can enjoy your time outdoors comfortably, and the calm waves ensure a peaceful shoreline experience. Overall, it is a decent day for a seaside stroll, provided you are prepared for the wind.
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Air

Low / High15.6°C/23.8°C
Feels Like (High)24.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature20.2 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance8%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:33/21:13
Sunshine Hours15.0 hrs
UV Index5.95
Cloud Cover33%
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Wind

Speed20.2 km/h
Gusts37.1 km/h
DirectionNW

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