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Tregonhawke forms part of Whitsand Bay, a near three-mile run of sand strung along the cliffs of south-east Cornwall's Rame Peninsula. Reached by steep cliff steps, it rewards the descent with big skies, rocky outcrops and one of the region's finest stretches of beach.
Beach and cove guide
A simple guide to the feel of the place, how to arrive, and what to keep in mind before you go.
Tregonhawke Beach is the kind of place where the day is shaped by simple things: tide, weather, a picnic, and time to notice the coast properly.
Families, beach days, coast paths, rock pools and relaxed exploring.
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Plan the final walk from the car park and check whether the beach is easy with pushchairs, tired legs or beach bags.
A useful read before visiting with children, especially for tides, paths, facilities and simple beach expectations.
Look up tide times, swimming guidance and weather before you go, especially on wilder beaches.
Read straight through, or use the planning notes above to shape an easier coastal day.
RNLI Lifeguards are on duty daily:
2025
Easter School Holidays 05 April - 21 April
Weekends Only 26 April - 27 April
Daily 03 May - 28 September
Weekends Only 04 October - 19 October
October Half Term 25 October - 02 November
Patrol times 10am - 6pm
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