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About
Porth Beach is a lovely sandy beach with a sheltered aspect being protected by headlands on both sides. Porth island to the east, which can be accessed by a narrow footbridge, has some impressive prehistoric defensive earthworks and the remains of a settlement.
At the end of the island there is a blow hole which can be seen at mid tide, especially on windy days. The views from here are spectacular looking back towards Newquay Bay and to Park Head in the north. Porth, on the outskirts of Newquay is a narrow and shallow beach that has a long tidal drop with an expanse of golden sand making it an ideal family base.. Like many of the local beaches it is exposed to Atlantic swells. Easy access makes it popular with families and those with walking difficulties. Porth Beach is a 5 minute drive from Newquay or a 25-30 minute walk, there are cafes across the road from the beach and a pub on the beach - the Mermaid. There is no surfing permitted during the summer season when the lifeguards are on duty between the hours of 10am and 6pm.
There is a dog ban on porth beach between Easter and September.
