Freathy Beach

Tregonhawke, Cornwall

Situated between Sharrow Point and Tregonhawke, to which Freathy joins at low tide. Mainly used by locals. Beware high tide when this part of the coast splits into many smaller coves. Access via a narrow cliff path.

Beach Type

Rock and shingle

Facilities

Cafe at Freathy

Activities

Surfing
Beware of rip-currents

Nature and Wildlife

On the South west coast path. The beach and surrounding area are maintained by the National Trust

Parking

Parking also available closer to the beach. follow signs to Sharrow point.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

RNLI

Dogs

Dogs allowed.

Location

Nearest town: Tregonhawke
County: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.3523, -4.27043
Postcode: PL11 3AZ
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

Access

From Plymouth. take the A38 then turn left onto the A374. then two miles later turn left again onto the B3247 to Crafthole. At Crafthole continue on the B3247. There is a poorly marked car park just before the turning to Freathy.

Nearest Railway Stations

St Germans (Approx. 3 miles away)
Keyham (Approx. 5 miles away)
Saltash (Approx. 5 miles away)
Devonport (Devon) (Approx. 5 miles away)
Devonport Dockyard (Approx. 5 miles away)

Tourist Information

Tourist Information Centre Plymouth Discovery Centre Plymouth Rd Crabtree Plymouth PL3 6RN Tel: 01752 266030

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Tregonhawke

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