Porthgwarra

Porthgwarra is on the Penwith coast near Land's End. The pale, golden sand is made up of broken shells and glistens in the sunlight. The water is a stunning aquamarine and we have spotted grey seals swimming in the bay.  

It was made popular as a tourist destination by the 2015 production of Poldark. It is the filming location for Ross Poldark's morning dip.

There are plenty of rockpools, tunnels and caves to explore at low tide, including the 19th century fish hutches. These were used at low tide to keep fish fresh and alive until the villagers needed them, either to eat or sell. 

It is accessed by a narrow, winding road. There is a car park, cafe and toilets in the cove. There is a steep descent down a granite, cobbled slipway to the sand.