Cawsand Beach
Sand and pebble beach on the Rame Peninsula with Plymouth Sound views. Twin village has pubs and cafes steps from the shore; Mount Edgcumbe nearby.
At a Glance
Beach Type
mixed
Dogs
Seasonal restrictions
Lifeguard
No
Parking
Nearby
Access
Moderate (steps/path)
Swimming
Generally safe
Facilities
Activities
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Closest cottage just 0m away
Located in the village of Cawsand on the Rame Peninsula in southeast Cornwall, this sand and pebble beach sits in a sheltered inlet with views across Plymouth Sound and the surrounding coastline.
Cawsand Beach, with its mix of pebbles and sand, suits swimming, canoeing and other water sports in the sheltered water of the bay. There are cafes and shops beside the beach and public toilets nearby. There are no lifeguards, so check conditions before swimming and take extra care with children.
Dogs are banned from the beach between 10am and 6pm from 1 July to 31 August, and allowed outside those dates and hours. Kingsand, the twin village next door, has its own beach, and the two villages run into each other along the shore. See Kingsand and Cawsand for more on the area.
Mount Edgcumbe is the main sight nearby. The house and country park is a historic estate with gardens and parkland, and a walk through it from Cremyll to Kingsand takes roughly an hour. If you would rather avoid the narrow lanes by car, a seasonal passenger ferry, run by Plymouth Boat Trips, crosses from Plymouth Barbican in about half an hour. Check its timetable first, because sailings depend on the weather.
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- Can I take my dog to Cawsand Beach?
- Dogs are banned from Cawsand Beach between 10am and 6pm from 1 July to 31 August, under Cornwall Council's dog restrictions. Outside those dates and hours dogs are allowed. Check local signage in case rules change.
- Is Cawsand Beach lifeguarded?
- No, Cawsand Beach does not have RNLI lifeguard cover. Take extra care when swimming and check tide times before your visit.
- Is there parking at Cawsand Beach?
- There is no car park directly at Cawsand Beach, but parking is available nearby. Check local signs for the closest option.
- Is Cawsand Beach good for swimming?
- Cawsand Beach is a good beach for swimming. There are no lifeguards, so take care and check conditions before entering the water.
- What facilities are at Cawsand Beach?
- Cawsand Beach has cafe. Facilities may be seasonal - some close outside summer.
- Where is Cawsand Beach?
- Cawsand Beach is on the south coast of Cornwall, near Torpoint.
- How do I get to Cawsand Beach?
- Set your sat nav for Torpoint and follow local signs from there. The nearest car park is a short walk from the sand. Cornwall beach car parks fill early in peak season, so aim to arrive before mid-morning in summer.
- Where can I stay near Cawsand Beach?
- There are several holiday properties near Cawsand Beach, with the closest just 0 metres away. Prices start from £703 per week.