Towan Beach

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  • Towan Beach, near St Mawes, is a small sand and shingle beach located at the southernmost tip of Gerrans Bay, on the Roseland peninsula. Quiet and south-east-facing, the beach is easily accessed via a short path from a small car park at Porth farm. 

    Not to be confused with Towan Beach, Newquay.

    Type of beach

    Shingle/rock/Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs allowed

    No Dog restrictions.

    Cornwall dog friendly beaches »

    Nearest town

    Falmouth

    Postcode

    TR2 5EX

    OS grid ref.

    SW 8707 3283

    Parking

    There is parking available near the beach

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