Long Rock
A beach for a Cornish beach day.
Lat 50.1275° N, lon 5.5053° W●Cornish beach · Long Rock
Long RockBeach
Long Rock is a beach on the Cornish coast, close to Long Rock. It is a designated Environment Agency bathing water, currently rated Excellent.
A Cornish beach
A beach near Long Rock
Long Rock is a beach on the Cornish coast, close to Long Rock. It is a designated Environment Agency bathing water, currently rated Excellent.
This is one of Cornwall's quieter spots with few or no facilities on site. Bring what you need for the day, and take litter home.
A first visit works well with time on the sand, then Long Rock for food, a walk, or the next cove along the coast.
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Around the sand
Places by the beach
Stay for the sand, or head into Long Rock for food and a wider look around.
Marazion
Another Cornish beach a short hop from here: Marazion.
See the beach →Penzance
Another Cornish beach a short hop from here: Penzance.
See the beach →Marazion
The next stretch of coast toward Marazion.
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Penzance
The next stretch of coast toward Penzance.
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Wherry Town
The next stretch of coast toward Wherry Town.
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Eastern Green Beach
Eastern Green Beach Long Rock sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical beach and coastal spot for…
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Long Rock Campsite & Caravan Park
Long Rock Campsite & Caravan Park is a verified place to stay in Long Rock, Cornwall, listed on…
Mount’s Bay
Mount’s Bay Long Rock sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to do stop…
Porthcurno Beach & The Minack Theatre (nearby access for coastal path)
Porthcurno Beach & The Minack Theatre (nearby access for sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical attraction…
Sarah’s Bar
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Sea View House
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Tides, dogs and getting there
What to expect at Long Rock
It is still a Cornish cove: tides, weather, and seasonal rules. Check conditions before you swim.
On the day
Parking and the walk in
Parking on site is limited or absent. Check locally before you travel, and allow time to walk in.
Check the signs on the day for dog rules.
Check tide times before you swim. Do not assume lifeguard cover.
Walk from the beach
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A day on the sand
Build a beach day around Long Rock
Start on the sand, then walk into Long Rock or keep it simple with a café stop.
Selected planClassic beach daySand first, then Long Rock and a meal.
- 30 minArrive and walk inPark or arrive nearby and take the path to the sand.Limited / none on site — check locally
- 2 hrsBeach timeSwim, rock-pool or sit on the sand while the tide allows.Do not assume lifeguard cover. Check tide and water quality.
- 75 minFood nearbyPicnic, a beach café in season, or a short hop to Long Rock.Summer weekends fill quickly.
- 90 minCoast or next coveFollow the coast path or continue to a neighbouring beach when conditions allow.Cliff paths are uneven; turn back if conditions change.
Visitor information checked againstVisit CornwallCornwall CouncilAlways recheck opening, access and coastal conditions.
Long Rock and the coast
Sand, the bay, and the short stretch of coast around the beach.
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Long Rock Campsite & Caravan Park
Long Rock Campsite & Caravan Park is a verified place to stay in Long Rock, Cornwall, listed on…
Mount’s Bay
Mount’s Bay Long Rock sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to do stop…
Porthcurno Beach & The Minack Theatre (nearby access for coastal path)
Porthcurno Beach & The Minack Theatre (nearby access for sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical attraction…
Sarah’s Bar
Looking for Sarah’s Bar Long Rock? This place to eat and drink in Long Rock, Cornwall is listed…
Sea View House
Looking for Sea View House Long Rock? This place to stay in Long Rock, Cornwall is listed on…
The Bay
The Bay Long Rock is a verified place to stay in Long Rock, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk with…
The Bay Horse Inn
The Bay Horse Inn Long Rock sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical place to eat and…
The Lizard Peninsula (Western edge)
Looking for The Lizard Peninsula (Western edge) Long Rock? This attraction and things to do stop in Long…
The Old Forge
The Old Forge Long Rock sits in Long Rock, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors…
The Tywarnhayle Inn
The Tywarnhayle Inn Long Rock is a verified place to eat and drink in Long Rock, Cornwall, listed…
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