Porthcurno Beach – Famous for its Caribbean-blue waters and sheltered coves, ideal for families and that unforgettable sunset walk to the cliff-top Minack Theatre
Fistral & Watergate Bay (Newquay) – Cornwall’s surf epicentre. Lessons, competitions, beach bars, and sand art await along the two-mile Watergate Bay.
Sennen Cove – With turquoise waves and classic thatched cottages, it’s a surfers’ favourite. Enjoy beachside pubs like the Old Success Inn.
Kynance Cove (Lizard Peninsula) – Let guests wander the dramatic cliffs, blowholes, and tidal stacks of this iconic National Trust site.
🚶 Things to Do Beyond the Shore
Minack Theatre – This dramatic cliffside open-air venue stages Shakespeare and summer musicals from Easter to October.
Historic Highlights – From St Michael’s Mount to Tintagel Castle, dive into stories of kings, smugglers, and myths.
The Eden Project & Lost Gardens of Heligan– Two botanical
wonders where global flora and Victorian gardens bloom.
Boardmasters Festival (Newquay) – A thrilling mix of top-tier surfing, skateboarding, and live music, every August.
Coastal Walks – The South West Coast Path unfurls along dramatic headlands; try the Roseland Peninsula near St Mawes, or seafront adventures around Cornwall.
🍽️ Best Places to Eat by the Sea
Padstow – Home to Rick Stein’s seafood legacy; a must-visit for fish-lovers .
St Ives & Falmouth – Sample award-winning beachside eateries: pan-Asian seafood at Porthminster Beach Café.
Newlyn & Penzance – Enjoy fresh catches at Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar or a classic scoop at Jelbert’s Ice Cream, clotted cream a must!
📅 Timeless Tips & Sizzling Summer Info
Best Time to Visit – Summer peaks in August when beaches buzz and events fill calendars; for warmth without crowds, try late summer into early autumn.
Hidden Treasures – Whisper it quietly: secret coves, pastel villages like Polperro, and caves like Lugger’s along Whitsand Bay are unforgettable.
🏡 Your stay at Copse and Coast is Your Gateway
Central base – Just a scenic drive from beaches like Sennen, Porthcurno, Kynance, and hidden gems.
Home comforts – Bring your own kitchen for casual meals before heading out to dinner—or enjoy the peace of the evenings.
