Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

St Austell Beaches

St Austell, located in Cornwall, United Kingdom, is home to several picturesque beaches that draw visitors year-round. Porthpean Beach is the most attractive, with serene waters and picturesque rocks and cliffs. Carlyon Bay, measuring nearly 2 miles in length, is known for its coarse sand and is divided into three sections. Charlestown beach features small caves in the cliffs and is segregated into two parts by the harbor. Duporth Beach is secluded and privately-owned, while Hemmick is a quiet sandy beach located near Dodman Point on the Roseland Peninsula. Find a complete list of beaches in our guide below.
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Porthpean Beach
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Porthpean Beach

Porthpean Beach is a beach located in Cornwall, UK, known for its serene waters and picturesque rocks and clif...

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Carlyon Bay
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Carlyon Bay

Carlyon Bay is a beach situated in the county of Cornwall in the United Kingdom, measuring nearly 2 miles in l...

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Charlestown
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Charlestown

Charlestown beach is situated in Cornwall, United Kingdom. It is a blend of sandy beach and pebble area that h...

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Duporth
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Duporth

Duporth Beach is a secluded and privately-owned beach situated in Cornwall, UK. It spans a few hundred meters ...

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Hemmick
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Hemmick

Hemmick is a sandy beach found in the Cornwall region of the United Kingdom, near Dodman Point on the Roseland...

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Pentewan
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Pentewan

Located in Cornwall, UK, Beach Pentewan is a privately owned beach that is accessible to the public. The beach...

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Polkerris
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Polkerris

Polkerris is a sandy beach located in the small hamlet of Polkerris in Cornwall, UK. It is situated west of Fo...

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Portholland
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Portholland

Portholland beach is a sandy beach found in Cornwall, UK, which comprises of two distinct beaches, East and We...

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Best Time to Visit St Austell

The best time to visit St Austell in Cornwall in United Kingdom is during the summer months of June, July and August. The weather is usually warm and sunny, perfect for spending time on the beach and enjoying outdoor activities. The sea temperature is also ideal for swimming and water sports. However, it is important to note that these months are also peak tourist season, so it can get crowded and prices may be higher. If you prefer a quieter and more peaceful vacation, consider visiting during the shoulder months of May or September when the weather is still pleasant, but the crowds have thinned out.

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