Day Trips from Port Isaac
Situated in the middle of the North Cornwall coast, there’s no shortage of wonderful day trips from Port Isaac!...
Welcome to our Polzeath Beach guide! Throughout this guide, you will find all the information you need on one of North Cornwall’s best beaches.
From its location to parking, tide times to surfing, find all the information you need to plan your perfect beach day out. Polzeath Beach offers something for everyone all year round – it’s not to be missed.
Read our full guide to have all your questions about Polzeath Beach answered, or use the quick links below to find something specific.
Polzeath Beach post code: PL27 6TD
Polzeath Beach is located on the north coast of Cornwall, roughly 6 miles from Wadebridge and close to the Camel Estuary. It’s known for its consistent surf and rock pools, which make it a favourite with surfers, families, and walkers alike.
According to the Cornwall Beach Guide, there are plenty of parking options when visiting Polzeath Beach. You can park on the beach itself at the main Polzeath Beach Car Park; however, this can fill up fairly quickly during the peak season, and you must be aware of the incoming tides.
There is another small car park close to the beach, as well as two larger field car parks: one on the approach to Polzeath and one above the cliffs. You can also park at the New Polzeath Car Park if you can’t find anything else available.
Yes, Polzeath Beach in Cornwall is accessible. It is owned by Cornwall Council and can be accessed via a level slipway leading onto the sand. Nearby car parks are also just a short walk away.
Sand Chairs are also available for hire for those in wheelchairs. Contact Wavehunters for more information.
Yes, there are public toilets available at Polzeath Beach. They are open year-round and include accessible facilities. You can also find public toilets at New Polzeath Car park. During the busier summer months, there are often additional toilets available to cater for a higher number of visitors.
You’ll be happy to know that Polzeath Beach is predominantly sandy and very large at low tide, stretching to around a ¼ mile. You will also find some rock pools and small rocky areas exposed at low tide.
Yes, Polzeath Beach has Blue Flag award status.
A Blue Flag award is given to beaches which comply with a number of important criteria, including some of the below:
To find out which other beaches in Cornwall have a blue flag status, go to the Cornwall Council website.
Yes and no! Polzeath Beach is dog-friendly with some restrictions in place during the peak summer season.
There is a dog ban in place from 15th May to 30th September between the hours of 10am and 6pm.
Take a look at the Cornwall Council website for full dog restriction information for all of Cornwall’s beaches.
Yes, on all council-owned beaches, disposable barbecues are allowed. However, gas barbecues are not permitted.
When using a disposable barbecue, there are a few precautions you need to take and some etiquette to adhere to:
If you are looking for places to eat around Polzeath Beach, check out our guide to Polzeath restaurants for recommendations.
Polzeath beach is undoubtedly one of Cornwall’s best surfing beaches.
As with several of the great Cornish surfing beaches, Polzeath Beach is situated on the northern coast of Cornwall. This means watersports enthusiasts enjoy the powerful Atlantic breakers that come with the location.
Beginners and pros alike will love this beach. There’s plenty of space for advanced surfers to find their own peaks, while uncrowded areas are perfect for stand-up paddleboarding and longboarding.
Below is a list of providers in and around Polzeath offering surfboard hire, wetsuit hire, among other watersports equipment:
Looking for some lessons? Whether you’re a complete beginner or a pro looking to refresh your skills after being out of action, there are plenty of surfing schools around. Be sure to book your lessons or board hire in advance, as the summer months do get very busy.
Here is a list of providers offering surfing lessons, with links to their websites:
It’s not just surfing that’s popular at Polzeath Beach. There’s a range of watersports you can get involved with, including stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling, windsurfing and kitesurfing (when conditions are right).
Find the tide times and forecasts for Polzeath Beach below:
You can also find out the live tide times at Polzeath using the Cornwall Beaches website. Or alternatively, take a look at Surfline (formerly MagicSeaweed), which will tell you everything you need to know about the surf, including surf height, webcams, swell, wind and tide times.
Forecasts usually predict waves to be anywhere up to 10 feet. The autumn and winter months bring bigger Atlantic swells for experienced surfers, while the summer months are perfect for beginners and stand-up paddleboarders.
Want to feel inspired about taking on the big waves at Polzeath Beach? Check out our Polzeath Beach live cam to check out the Atlantic Ocean and the surfing conditions.
At John Bray Cornish Holidays, we are proud to offer beautiful cottages and properties just a stone’s throw from the beach.
Whether you’re searching for a cottage with sea views, a luxury abode with a hot tub, or a cosy cottage with a log burner for those autumn escapes, there’s something here for everyone.
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