This is one of the best sandy beaches in SE Cornwall, with fine white sand hidden by high cliffs and sheltered by Pencarrow Head on its eastern side. But it is not the easiest to reach. It is about a mile’s walk around the coastal footpath from Polruan, or there is a National Trust car park on the road above the beach. The narrow footpath down to the beach is fairly steep, not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Swimmers should beware of the strong currents.