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Beaches & Coastline

Gwithian Towans Beach

Gwithian Towans

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This expansive Cornish sandy shoreline offers excellent rock pooling opportunities and welcomes families with parking, toilets and wheelchair access, though visitors should pack their own refreshments.

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Opening hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

Jason Owen

Watching the sunset at Upton Towans Beach was absolutely magical. The wide stretch of golden sand and the peaceful dunes make it such a special place to end the day. As the sun dipped lower, the sky lit up with incredible colours – pinks, oranges, and purples reflecting beautifully across the sea. It felt calm, unspoiled, and far less crowded than some other beaches, which made the experience even more memorable. Whether you’re walking along the shoreline or sitting on the dunes, it’s the perfect spot to relax and take in the beauty of nature. Truly a wonderful place to watch the sun go down. 🌅

11 months ago · via Google

Katherine Stevens

Beautiful beach that’s huge when the tide is out. Perfect for walking along the sea, exploring little caves and rock pools, and giving dogs plenty of space to run. We have quite reactive dogs and it was great to have so much room. Just note there’s only one set of steps down to the beach.

11 months ago · via Google

Karol Walczak

Upton Towans Beach is a fantastic spot! The large car park up top makes access easy, with just a quick 5-minute walk down to the beach. Lifeguards are on duty, adding peace of mind. As always, check tide times to plan your visit and avoid disappointment. The beach is massive, with plenty of room for everyone and endless stretches for a scenic walk. Our cat loved exploring the rocks, and we had a blast building sandcastles. It’s also a perfect place to catch stunning sunsets. Highly recommend!

a year ago · via Google

Joseph Tribe

Beach was amazing, lovely soft sand and clear water, the waves get big, which is great for surfers, life guards on duty for some parts of the day and the areas are flagged to show you where you can swim, there are also details about low and high tides. The walk down and up from the beach is quite steep and tricky to walk up.

2 years ago · via Google

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Visitors say this beach has soft golden sand, clear water, and is a great place for surfers. They also highlight the stunning views and clean environment.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Gwithian Towans Get directions
Category
Beaches & Coastline
Guest rating
4.8 / 5 (358 reviews)
Suitable for
All Ages
Setting
Outdoor
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Hayle