Beach Type

Shingle

Facilities

Resuarant toilets

Activities

Swimming fishing

Nature and Wildlife

The coastal path and Helby River which are nearby are great for walking.

Parking

120 spaces. pay and display

Water Quality

Excellent

Lifeguard

Yes

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned by Kerrier District Council as necessary. Litter bins present.

Dogs

Dogs are allowed all year round. dog bins present.

Awards and Recommendations

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Location

Nearest town: Helston
County: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.0238, -5.09556
Postcode: TR12 6TE
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Park in the car parks' "North Corner". and walk down to the harbour.

Public Transport

The nearest train stations are in Penzance and Redruth. There is also a a bus service from Helston.

Nearest Railway Stations

Penmere (Approx. 9 miles away)
Falmouth Town (Approx. 9 miles away)
Falmouth Docks (Approx. 9 miles away)

Tourist Information

Tourist Information Centre 79 Mereage St Helston TR13 8RB Tel: 01326-565431 Fax: 01326 572803

See the Environment Agency report for this beach

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Helston