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Cornwall

Cornwall is a historic, scenic coastal county in South West England known for its Cornish culture, dramatic landscapes, beaches, outdoor activities, and vibrant arts scene.

Sandymouth

Sandymouth Beach in Cornwall is a long sandy beach with cliffs, rock formations, and strong surf, popular for surfing and managed by the National Trust. The site offers a café, toilets, and seasonal lifeguard patrols, appealing to beachgoers and surfers.

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Kynance Cove

Kynance Cove is a picturesque coastal cove on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, renowned for its unique serpentine geology, scenic tidal islands and rock stacks. The site is managed by the National Trust and features a café for visitors. It is also famous as a filming location for various TV series and films.

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food-available child-friendly outdoor www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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St Catherine's Castle

St Catherine's Castle is a 16th-century Henrician coastal fortification in Cornwall, England, overlooking the mouth of the River Fowey. Originally built to defend against invasion, it features a distinctive D-shaped stone blockhouse and historic gun platforms, and is now a preserved ruin managed by English Heritage for visitors to explore its historic military architecture and coastal views.

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River Lyd, Devon

Lydford Gorge is a dramatic and scenic gorge on the River Lyd in Devon, featuring the tallest waterfall in the area, ancient woodlands, and notable geological formations. It is a National Trust protected site known for its natural beauty and biodiversity.

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outdoor www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Godrevy

Godrevy is a coastal headland in Cornwall featuring a historic lighthouse, popular surf beaches, rich wildlife habitats including seabirds and seals, and managed by the National Trust with access to walking paths and a café on site.

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dog-friendly wheelchair-accessible food-available child-friendly outdoor free www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps offers spectacular north Cornish coastline views with access to rocky beaches, historic mining heritage, and protected natural landscape. Maintained by the National Trust, it features a shop and café, coastal walks, and stargazing opportunities as a Dark Sky site.

beach nature-reserve country-park historic-town
food-available free outdoor www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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External links

  • cornwall.gov.uk
Last update: 6 August 2026
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