Kingsand Beach can be found in the small fishing village of Kingsand in Cornwall, UK. It is a combination of sand and shingle and is situated next to the seafront clocktower, which is a well-known landmark of the village. The beach offers visitors views of Plymouth Sound and passing ships.
It is protected by Picklecombe Point and Penlee Point, making it a sheltered area. During low tide, there are many rock pools to explore, making it a popular location for families. The beach is also surrounded by pubs and shops.
Visitors can enjoy walking trails on Rame Head, and a pay and display car park for 100 cars is located just 100 yards from the beach in Cawsand.
In 2014, the clocktower was almost destroyed by winter storms, but it has since been restored to its original condition.
Best bars near Kingsand include The Bay Bar & Restaurant, The Devonport Inn, The Rising Sun, Cawsand Beach and Olives.
Best restaurants near Kingsand include The Bay Bar & Restaurant, Olives, The Cove, Cawsand., The Devonport Inn and The Old Bakery.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is beautiful, family-friendly, and has great disabled access. Visitors enjoy exploring the rock pools, swimming in the calm sea, and having access to amenities like an ice cream van and clean toilets. However, some visitors complain about the difficulty in finding parking during the summer and being disappointed by the lack of sand on the beach.
Visitors to Kingsand often stay in the charming village itself, where quaint cottages and guesthouses offer a cozy stay within walking distance of the beach. Many also choose to stay in nearby Cawsand or the larger town of Saltash, exploring the surrounding natural beauty and then visiting Kingsand Beach as part of their itinerary.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 4.6°C/11°C |
|---|---|
| Feels Like (High) | 6.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 10.7 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.0 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 3.33 mm |
| Rain Duration | 6 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:41/18:13 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 6.8 hrs |
| UV Index | 2.9 |
| Cloud Cover | 100% |
| Speed | 38.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 68 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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