Carnsew Pool

A tidal pool in Hayle

Carnsew Pool Hayle is a tidal pool in Phillack, Cornwall. You will find it beside Carnsew Road in Hayle, where it is listed as an attraction. The pool fills and empties with the tide, so the water you see depends on when you arrive. Because it is outdoors and open to the elements, it suits a short stop rather than a full day out.

What to expect

This is a natural tidal pool, not a managed lido. There are no facilities or lifeguards, so come prepared and check tide times before you set out. The pool sits in a coastal setting, and the surrounding area is part of the Hayle parish. Nearby, you can walk towards the dunes at The Towans or follow the coast path towards St Ives Bay. After your visit, Salt Kitchen Bar is a short drive away for a meal. The pool is an easy addition to a day exploring this stretch of west Cornwall.

Places to visit nearby

Hayle is about a mile away and offers more places to eat and shop. Phillack itself is about a mile north-east of Hayle and half a mile inland from St Ives Bay, giving you a sense of the landscape. The village has a 15th-century church and very early Christian stones, which you can see if you take a walk through the village. Staying in Hayle means you can reach the pool on foot or by car, and then continue to other spots along the coast.

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