Porthcurnick

Falmouth, Cornwall · Sand

Excellent
★★★★☆ 4.7 (105 reviews)
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Water quality Excellent
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About Porthcurnick

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Porthcurnick, a pristine sandy cove near Portscatho. Perfect for family fun, swimming, and exploring rock pools at low tide. A true coastal gem.

Getting there

Porthcurnick is reached from the coast near Falmouth. Head for the village and follow the signs or the coast path down to the shore — many Cornish coves involve a short walk from the nearest parking.

  • Nearest town / village: Falmouth
  • Parking: Limited / none on site — check locally
  • Coordinates: 50.18613, -4.97255

Water quality

Designated Environment Agency bathing water — current classification: Excellent. Sampled weekly through the bathing season (mid-May to end of September).

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