Port Mellon Beach
St Austell, Cornwall
This sandy beach, 150m long, is situated within a bay and at high-tide it is completely covered. The beach is bordered by a road and is used predominantly by tourists. At low water, rock-pools are accessible.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
A slip-way is present at this beachNature and Wildlife
There is a coastal path for walking. Seals are sometimes seen from this beach.Parking
Around 50 car parking spaces are available for a charge.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
Litter bins are available for beach users. The beach is occasionally affected by fishing debris.Awards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: St AustellCounty: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.2611, -4.78392
Postcode: PL26 6PX
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
The beach is located off the B3273.Public Transport
Bus route 526. Walk from Mevagissey.Nearest Railway Stations
St Austell (Approx. 5 miles away)Par (Approx. 7 miles away)
Luxulyan (Approx. 9 miles away)
Bugle (Approx. 10 miles away)
St Columb Road (Approx. 12 miles away)
See the Environment Agency report for this beach