Beach Rock is a scenic spot located in Cornwall, UK, featuring a lengthy expanse of golden sand bordered by sand dunes and a golf course. The area is a popular vacation spot for sailing enthusiasts and has even received visits from members of royalty.
The waters at Beach Rock are generally clear and suitable for swimming, though visitors should exercise caution around tidal currents and watercraft. The estuary at Beach Rock is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and attracts various wading birds.
Passengers can take a ferry to nearby Padstow, and parking is available. Notably, Beach Rock is a dog-friendly beach, making it an attractive destination for pet owners.
Overall, Beach Rock offers a serene vacation experience for those seeking natural beauty.
Best bars near Rock include The Mariners Public House in Rock, Harbour Inn, Padstow, The Rock Inn, Ruby's Bar, Mill Road, Pw1 bar and 17 Duke Street.
Best restaurants near Rock include The Rock Inn, Blue Tomato Cafe, Pucelli's Restaurant, Jojo's Kitchen, Embers and Caffè Rojano by Paul Ainsworth.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is dog-friendly all year round and has soft sand with plenty of space for everyone. Visitors recommend bringing shade on sunny days and catching the ferry over to Padstow. Some visitors mention that the car park can get busy.
Most visitors to Beach Rock choose to stay in the nearby town of Padstow, which offers a range of accommodations from charming B&Bs to luxury hotels. For those looking to stay closer to the beach, Rock itself has several holiday cottages and apartments within walking distance of the golden sands.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 50.5490852 / Longitude: -4.9288933
Rock is located in Padstow. The following map of Rock shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 17.4°C/18.5°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 18.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 18.3 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.2 m |
| Rain Chance | 30% |
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| Rainfall | 0.3 mm |
| Rain Duration | 3 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:39/21:13 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 7.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.55 |
| Cloud Cover | 86% |
| Speed | 20.6 km/h |
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| Gusts | 33.5 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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