Chapel Porth Beach is a stunning Cornish beach, known for its unique natural characteristics and amenities. The beach is surrounded by cliffs with a view of Wheal Coates, an old mine ruin. It is characterized by its caves, rock formations, and low tide pools that are deep enough to swim in. A natural stream runs down onto the beach, providing an additional play area for children. The beach is at its best at low tide, revealing numerous caves and rock pools for exploration. However, it's worth noting the tide times as the beach can become quite small at high tide.
The beach is also known for its big waves and clear water, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. It is dog-friendly and offers a great coastal walk from St Agnes to Chapel Porth, which takes approximately 75 minutes and offers stunning scenery and amazing views.
In terms of amenities, Chapel Porth Beach has a cafe and toilets. The cafe is known for its delightful menu and beautiful flowers. The beach is lifeguarded in season, ensuring the safety of its visitors.
Parking at Chapel Porth Beach can be a bit challenging as the car park gets full quickly. However, there is an alternative parking option at the Wheal Coates car park, located up the hill. This car park usually has plenty of spaces available. The walk down to the beach from this car park is not long, but it is steep, and it offers an opportunity to check out the old mine on the way. There is also off-road parking available at the top of the hill.
Chapel Porth Beach amenities include parking and toilet.
One of the best restaurants near Chapel Porth Beach is The Victory Inn.
Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach, with its caves, rock formations, and low tide pools being particularly appreciated. The beach's family-friendly features, such as a small stream perfect for children to play in and the presence of a lifeguard during the season, are also highly praised. However, visitors complain about the limited parking space and the need to check tide times as the beach size significantly changes with the tide.
If you’re planning a trip to Chapel Porth Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of St Agnes, which offers a range of accommodation options and easy access to the beach. Many visitors also explore the scenic coastal path between St Agnes and Chapel Porth, making it a perfect base for both beach and hiking enthusiasts.
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Latitude: 50.3007442 / Longitude: -5.235672
Chapel Porth Beach is located in Cornwall. The following map of Chapel Porth Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 16.8°C/18.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 18.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 16.7 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 5% |
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| Rainfall | 0.7 mm |
| Rain Duration | 2 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:41/21:13 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 7.7 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.45 |
| Cloud Cover | 96% |
| Speed | 21 km/h |
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| Gusts | 35.6 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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