Beaches in Falmouth

The main town beach is Gylingvase Beach, Cliff Road

Awarded the Blue Flag in 2005, Gylinvase Beach is a typical family resort beach set on Cornwall’s south coast and warmed by the waters of the Gulf Stream. It is a deep, long sandy stretch of coastline on the bay side of the town and attracts both residents and visitors year round. Set just off the main link road which leads to the Castle headland, the beach with its raised promenade, offers breathtaking views across the bay.The beach and immediate area offer excellent facilities for all the family, including disabled visitors. Why not hire a deck chair and sit back and relax, watching the more energetic play volleyball and tennis. Popular during the winter months with surfers and wind surfers.

Professional Lifeguards on duty May-Sep, Cafe available on the beach, Parking and toilets available, Dogs not allowed except between October and Easter

Castle Beach also on Cliff Rd, Falmouth.

Not as busy as Gyllingvase Beach due to the rocks at low tide. But these create rock pools loved by young explorers

No lifeguards, Cafe available on the beach, Parking on road and toilets available, Dogs not allowed except between October and Easter

Swanpool Beach and Swanpool Lake nature reserve.

Sandy

No Lifeguards, Cafe available on the beach and Restaurant available above the beach, Parking and Toilet available, Dogs not allowed except between October and Easter

Kyack hire available

 Another view of the beach plus Swanpool lake nature reserve

Maenporth Beach Approximately 6 miles outside Falmouth to the west.Sandy.

Voluntary Lifeguards at weekends between May and September.    

Cafe available on the beach and an excellent Restaurant available above the beach Parking and toilets available, Dogs not allowed except between October and Easter

Surfing in Falmouth

Falmouth Beaches are ideal for beginners to intermediates. Head here when strong south-westerlies and double-overhead waves are battering the north coast.

More renowned for its sailing than surfing, good waves can be had at Swanpool and Maenporth beaches, although crowds can be a problem.

Good waves can be had up to 4-5 feet, any bigger and they tend to close out. Paddle out from the beach in front of the line-up. For the more adventurous, Gyllyngvase Reef situated off the main beach can produce fast, yet short righthanders from mid tide onwards.

Popular with both surfers and boogieboarders. The take-off is the best part of the wave, you’ll need to be quick, tuck in and head for the shoulder! Good parking and facilities closeby and in the town.
 

Beaches in Falmouth, Cornwall

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