Padstow Beach

Padstow, Cornwall

Padstow used to be a thriving fishing port. Now it is a typical picturesque Cornish village with narrow streets and pastel white-washed walls, geared mainly for tourism. It is set on the Camel estuary with extensive areas of sheltered sand.

Beach Type

Sand/Harbour

Facilities

Toilets
Shops
Cafes and restaurants within Padstow

Activities

Walking
Sunbathing

Nature and Wildlife

Explore the town. follow the coast path to Stepper point or take the ferry and explore the opposite bank of the estuary.

Parking

Parking available.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Dogs

No dog restrictions.

Location

Nearest town: Padstow
County: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.5497, -4.93786
Postcode: PL28 8RR
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Signposted off the A39 just west of Wadebridge.

Public Transport

Padstow is served by local bus services 554, 555, 556

Nearest Railway Stations

Roche (Approx. 10 miles away)
Newquay (Approx. 11 miles away)

Tourist Information

PADSTOW TIC Red Brick Building. North Quay Padstow. Cornwall. PL28 8AF Tel: +44 01841 533449

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Padstow

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