South West England
Praa Sands Beach
Praa Sands Beach

Situated between two major towns, Penzance and Helston on the A394. Praa Sands has a bus route to both towns and other surrounding villages. Penzance also has a rail service.

Helston and Lizard Peninsula Tourist Information Centre
79 Meneage Street
Helston
Tel: 01326 565431
Fax: 01326572803
Contact via email

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Things to Do

Praa Sands Beach, Nr Helston, Cornwall

Accommodation nearby

Porthminster Hotel
Direct access through gardens to the golden sands of Porthminster Beach.

Orla Mo & Surfs Up
Spoil yourselves in fine luxury, views to thrill & memories to last a lifetime in magical St Ives.

Aspects Holidays
Quality self-catering accommodation in St. Ives and Carbis Bay.

Attractions nearby

Godrevy
High cliffs and sheltered coves with sandy beaches.

Saint Michaels Mount
Rocky island crowned by medieval church and castle, home to a living community

Cornish Mines and Engines
A dramatic reminder of Cornwall’s mining history


Attractive, gently sloping, sandy beach backed by dunes and the village green

The village itself also boasts many local facilities including ample car parking, camping, toilets and beach shops.

What's on offer...

  • Surfing and / or Bodyboarding
  • Sandy
  • Toilets
  • Disabled Access
  • Cafe / Shop
  • Lifeguards (min Jul & Aug)
  • Dogs Allowed Oct - Mar
  • Dunes
  • Cliffs
  • Sailing
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Slipways
  • Surfboard Hire
  • Disabled Visitor Facilities
  • Parking available

Beach awards...


Contact Details
Praa Sands Beach
Kerrier District Council
Nr Helston
Cornwall
Tel: 01209 614461