Description:Chapel
Porth Beach is a small sandy cove which extends to an excellent
wide beach at low tide. There is a short walk over rocks to
get to the sand. The sand at Chapel Porth is covered at high
tide. The coast path can be walked to St Agnes Head for spectacular
views. The Wheal Coates mine can also be visited
Directions:Chapel Porth is close to St Agnes which is 12 miles
from Newquay and 9 miles from Redruth. Use the A30 from the
east or west. At the Chiverton Cross roundabout (about 8 miles
from Redruth) turn onto the B3277 which is the road to St
Agnes (signposted to St Agnes). Approaching the outskirts
of St Agnes at a mini roundabout turn left (signposted to
Chapel Porth) and follow this road to Chapel Porth
Parking:One small National Trust car park by Chapel Porth
beach. In summer, sometimes fields are opened for parking
Toilets:Yes, by the Chapel Porth car park
Facilities:Cafe in the Chapel Porth car park
Activities:Surfing
Safety:Lifeguards in summer at Chapel Porth. There is a risk
of being cut off at high tide
Dogs:Dogs are banned on the Chapel Porth beach from Easter
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