🌊 Discover Porthtowan
Your guide to one of Cornwall’s most stunning coastal villages
Porthtowan is a beautiful seaside village on Cornwall’s dramatic north coast, known for its golden beach, surf culture, and relaxed atmosphere. With excellent dining, family-friendly amenities, and breathtaking scenery, it’s a wonderful place to stay, explore, and unwind.
🏖️ About Porthtowan
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🏆 Blue Flag beach — clean, safe, and ideal for families
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🌊 Large sandy bay with great waves for surfing and bodyboarding
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🤙 Laid-back surf culture and welcoming community vibe
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🌅 Amazing sunsets over the Atlantic
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🌱 Eco-conscious village with a strong focus on preserving local nature and dunes
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🚶♂️ Perfect base for exploring the South West Coast Path
🍽️ Places to Eat & Drink
Enjoy delicious food with fantastic sea views and beachside charm:
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Iconic beachfront bar
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Fresh seafood, burgers, vegan options
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Relaxed surf vibe, perfect for sunset drinks
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Family-friendly pub
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Great Sunday roasts & local ales
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Cosy atmosphere and outdoor seating
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Ideal for breakfasts, coffee, and light lunches
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Just steps from the sand
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- 🐟 Seasmiths Fish & Chips - award winning fresh from the sea.
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Seasonal Kiosks & Takeaways 🍕
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wood-fired pizza, hot drinks & snacks (summer) check HERE for updates
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🛍️ Local Shops & Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable visit:
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🏖️ The Beach Shop for all your beach items, situated below us.
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🏄 Surf hire and surf shops offering wetsuits, boards & lessons.
- 🛒 Porthtowan Stores - for your everyday essestials.
- 💅The Beauty Salon Bryluen salon for all your beauty requirements.
- 🍦The Moomaid Ice Cream Parlour ...so many delicious choices!
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🚿Public toilets and outdoor showers near the beach.
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🧸 Children’s play park close to the seafront.
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🚗 Beach car park plus overflow parking in peak season.
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🚌 Bus links to St Agnes, Redruth, Portreath and surrounding areas.
🌄 Things to Do Nearby
Whether you want adventure or relaxation, Porthtowan has it all:
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🏄♂️ Surfing & bodyboarding with lifeguard cover in summer
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🚶♀️ Coastal path walks towards Chapel Porth or Portreath — incredible cliff scenery
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⛏️ Wheal Coates & Towan Cross — explore iconic mining engine houses
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🌳 Tehidy Woods — woodland walks, wildlife & picnic spots
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🌅 Portreath — nearby village with another gorgeous beach and surf spot
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🎨 St Agnes — artisan shops, cafés & the landmark St Agnes Beacon
🏡 Why Stay in Porthtowan?
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😌 Peaceful yet full of things to do
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🏖️ Stunning natural beach right on your doorstep
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🚶 Everything within walking distance
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🌍 Perfect location for exploring west Cornwall
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📸 A paradise for walkers, photographers & beach lovers