Photo of Polzeath beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Polzeath beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Polzeath beach with spacious bay

Photo of Polzeath beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.2

Good

Polzeath beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Polzeath beach?

The bar is located right on the Polzeath beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cracking Crab is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Polzeath beach?

There are 303 places to stay in the Polzeath beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1910928&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Oystercatcher Apartments</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8590166&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coppingers Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7549300&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Gullsway Sandpiper</a></li></ul>

Polzeath, United Kingdom

#305 out of 570 in England

7.2

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

New Polzeath • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Bar Surfside Polzeath

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Cracking Crab

8.8 - Excellent 100m

Cafe Little Avalon Cafe Bar

8.6 - Excellent 260m

Bar The Oystercatcher

8.4 - Very good 290m

Cafe The Mowhay

9.4 - Excellent 620m

Cafe Rest A While Tea Garden (Open from Easter to October)

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Bar The Taproom

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Cafe The Rock Inn

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Cafe Beach House Coffee

2.4km

Hiking Area Hawker's Cove

1.5km

Hiking Area Chapel Style Field

2.7km

National Park Nature Trail

3km

Park The Rec

3.5km

Park Padstow Kitchen Garden

4.7km

Hiking Area Coastal path

5.1km

Playground Children’s play area

2.4km

Playground Lawns Car Park Playground

3.1km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

3.7km

Supermarket Trecerus industrial estate

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Trebetherick Point

10 - Exceptional 520m

Tourist Attraction Pentire Point

1km

Tourist Attraction St Enodoc Church

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Brea Beach

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Stepper Point

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Lower Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction River camel

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Mill Square, Padstow

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Padstow Harbour Commissioners

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Amusement Center Camel Creek Family Adventure Park

8.5km

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About

Polzeath beach is located on the Celtic Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 72th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Polzeath beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Rock beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Polzeath beach is located in Cornwall within New Polzeath, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

8.8 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

New Polzeath • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Bar Surfside Polzeath

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Cracking Crab

8.8 - Excellent 100m

Cafe Little Avalon Cafe Bar

8.6 - Excellent 260m

Bar The Oystercatcher

8.4 - Very good 290m

Cafe The Mowhay

9.4 - Excellent 620m

Cafe Rest A While Tea Garden (Open from Easter to October)

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Bar The Taproom

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Cafe The Rock Inn

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Cafe Beach House Coffee

2.4km

Hiking Area Hawker's Cove

1.5km

Hiking Area Chapel Style Field

2.7km

National Park Nature Trail

3km

Park The Rec

3.5km

Park Padstow Kitchen Garden

4.7km

Hiking Area Coastal path

5.1km

Playground Children’s play area

2.4km

Playground Lawns Car Park Playground

3.1km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

3.7km

Supermarket Trecerus industrial estate

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Trebetherick Point

10 - Exceptional 520m

Tourist Attraction Pentire Point

1km

Tourist Attraction St Enodoc Church

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Brea Beach

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Stepper Point

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Lower Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction River camel

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Mill Square, Padstow

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Padstow Harbour Commissioners

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Amusement Center Camel Creek Family Adventure Park

8.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

430m from the beach

9 Excellent

Coppingers Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 650m from center

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500m from the beach

6.8 Good

Gullsway Sandpiper

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 860m from center

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500m from the beach

Gullsway Kittiwake

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 860m from center

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590m from the beach

8 Very good

Pinewood 14

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 800m from center

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590m from the beach

7 Good

Pinewood Flat 5

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 800m from center

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600m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Brookside

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 550m from center

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680m from the beach

8.2 Very good

Oystercatcher Apartments

Entire Apartment

Polzeath • 880m from center

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690m from the beach

Polmorla

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 900m from center

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690m from the beach

Beachside

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 760m from center

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700m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Shorelands

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 1000m from center

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700m from the beach

8 Very good

Westward 8

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 890m from center

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800m from the beach

The Wrens

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Polzeath • 850m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

What to do in Polzeath beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Polzeath beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Polzeath beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Polzeath beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

1.8km 23 min walk

Daymer Bay Daymer Bay

7.1 Good

2.7km

Hawker's Cove, Padstow Hawker's Cove, Padstow

6.1 Pleasant

2.9km

Butterhole beach Butterhole beach

6.5 Good

3.1km

Rock beach Rock beach

7.7 Very good

3.1km

St George’s Cove St George’s Cove

7 Good

3.1km

Harbour Cove Harbour Cove

6.9 Good

Popular beach 5.3km

Trevone Beach Trevone Beach

7.5 Very good

6.8km

Harlyn Bay beach Harlyn Bay beach

8.2 Very good

Localities

Nearest

New Polzeath • 460m

Transport

Airport

NQY • 16km

Bus Station

The Fourways Inn • 3.9km

Train Station

Bodmin General • 18.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Andrew Kessler.

10 Exceptional

The beach with picturesque scenery and crystal-clear waters. It is a haven for surfers, offering them a thrilling experience in the waves. The beach is also perfect for leisurely strolls, and dog owners will find it a great place to take their furry friends for a walk. There are plenty of bars and restaurants in the vicinity, providing a great selection of delicious food and drinks to enjoy.

March 2023

Shayla

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning! I had the pleasure of visiting for the first time and it's just a quick stroll (down the rocks) from the campsite. During the summer months, dogs are only allowed on the beach before 10am and after 6pm, which is a great way to keep them cool. Additionally, the coastal path offers picturesque views of the beach that are simply delightful.

March 2023

Larissa Jade

10 Exceptional

An idyllic shoreline that caters to the needs of surfers and individuals who relish an active lifestyle.

March 2023

Tara Lirien Adams

10 Exceptional

This stunning beach is a surfer's paradise, boasting excellent waves for riding. Conveniently located atop a cliff, there is ample parking available for visitors. The pathway leading down to the beach is easily accessible and provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Visitors are reminded to pay for parking before leaving, either by card or cash.

March 2023

Lena Karami

10 Exceptional

The beach offers of stunning beauty, enclosed by towering rocky walls. It is flanked by numerous eateries and shops, with ample parking space available on all sides, some of which are free. A plethora of options for snacks and street food await the visitors. The beach is a haven for surfing enthusiasts, and in July, I took a dip in the water, which was chilly but still refreshing. The experience was thoroughly enjoyable.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Polzeath beach?

The coastline of Polzeath beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Polzeath beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Polzeath beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Polzeath beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Surfing

Is the Polzeath beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Polzeath beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Polzeath beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Polzeath beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Polzeath beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Polzeath beach?

The bar is located right on the Polzeath beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cracking Crab is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Polzeath beach?

There are 303 places to stay in the Polzeath beach area.

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How far is the Polzeath beach from parking?

The Polzeath beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Polzeath beach?

There are 4 attractions near Polzeath beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pentire Point located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Polzeath beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Polzeath beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Polzeath beach (Cornwall) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Polzeath beach (Cornwall) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.