Family Beaches in Cornwall - South Coast
Things to Do: Beaches
Little Perhaver Beach, Nr St Austell, Cornwall (South Coast)
A small sandy beach that’s sheltered by harbour walls
This is a small family beach at the heart of Gorran Haven. Fishing and sight seeing trips are available from the sea front and it’s also possible to walk to the neighbouring beach at low tide.
A popular destination for families who want to enjoy a lazy day at the beach. Swimming is reasonably safe away from the river mouth and there are a number of sand dunes for the children to explore.
Porthpean Beach, St Austell, Cornwall (South Coast)
The local sheltered family beach slopes gently into the sea
Porthpean beach is approximately 220 metres long, sheltered, with rocky pools at its southern end and cliffs adjoining three of its boundaries. The beach slopes gently into the sea and is regarded as being the local family beach with a small promenade to the rear of the beach with a café/shop and toilet.
Porthcurno Beach, Penzance, Cornwall (South Coast)
A small cove with golden white sand and striking cliffs
Owned by the National Trust this glorious beach offers golden white sand and turquoise blue sea. The outdoor patio area of the friendly beach side café is the perfect spot to enjoy a clotted cream tea and savour the views.
Kennack Sands (West) Beach, Nr Helston, Cornwall (South Coast)
A sheltered sandy beach in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
The west beach is popular with families and has plenty of sand and rock pools to explore. The east beach is popular with surfers and there are also some good walks along the South West Coast Path.
