Portreath, located on the north coast of Cornwall, features a sandy beach nestled between cliffs, making it a picturesque spot for beach lovers and their canine companions.

Dog-friendly policies:

Like many beaches in Cornwall, Portreath Beach has seasonal restrictions for dogs. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between 10 am and 6 pm in the peak season from 1st July to 31st August.

Features and activities:

Portreath Beach offers a broad sandy area along with a small harbour. The beach is large and flat at low tide, but when the tide comes in, it splits into two: a small cove to the west and the main area in front of the car park. You can also find some low-tide tidal pools, the largest of which is to the side of the harbour wall.

The beach is well-loved for surfing, bodyboarding and kayaking, thanks to its favourable waves.

Portreath Harbour has a lot of historical interest as it exported copper and imported coal to support the Cornish copper mines and included some shipbuilding. Today, you can still see where the railway went out of the valley and the white harbour lookouts, which signalled to ships that they could enter the harbour. The lookout was also known as the Deadman's Hut, as it was used as a temporary morgue to store bodies after accidents.

If you visit during the dog restriction period, consider exploring nearby trails and paths where dogs are welcome. The surrounding area offers beautiful coastal walks that you can enjoy with your furry friend.

Access and facilities:

There is a car park close to the beach, making access relatively easy. During peak summer months, it's a good idea to arrive early as parking spaces can fill up quickly.

Facilities at Portreath Beach include car parking, toilets, ramp access, seasonal lifeguards, a beach cafe, pubs, and shops, including surf hire and the Portreath Surf Life Saving Club.

Conclusion:

Portreath Beach offers a lovely seaside experience for both you and your dog, with its beautiful sandy beach, good facilities, and picturesque setting. By planning your visit outside the summer restrictions or during allowable hours, and by preparing appropriately, you and your dog can enjoy a fantastic day out at one of Cornwall's beautiful beaches.

If you want more information on the area visit our local Redruth Destination page or our regional Cornwall Destination page.

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7 Day Weather Forecast for Redruth, Cornwall

Today

Expect a temp in the range 12℃ to 13.4℃ with wind speed 10 m/sec (SSE)

Wednesday, May 15

Expect a temp in the range 11.7℃ to 12.3℃ with wind speed 8.2 m/sec (SE)

Thursday, May 16

Expect a temp in the range 10.7℃ to 11.7℃ with wind speed 5.3 m/sec (ESE)

Friday, May 17
fog

Expect a temp in the range 10.5℃ to 11.9℃ with wind speed 3.1 m/sec (NNE)

Saturday, May 18
cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 9.8℃ to 12.5℃ with wind speed 0.4 m/sec (NW)

Sunday, May 19

Expect a temp in the range 11.9℃ to 13.4℃ with wind speed 2.8 m/sec (NNW)

Monday, May 20

Expect a temp in the range 11.3℃ to 13.9℃ with wind speed 3.2 m/sec (ENE)

Our Redruth weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

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