As a county Cornwall boasts the longest stretch of coastline in the UK with almost 700 km of stunning coastal scenery including more than 300 beaches.
This coastline forms a significant part of the South West Coast Path National Trail which offers visitors to Cornwall a huge choice of walks from gentle one hour strolls to week long hikes.
Cornwall is in the privileged position of having two coastlines: the Atlantic coast famous for its surfing beaches and huge expanses of golden sand, and the English Channel coast which is more gentle with hidden coves and tranquil creeks.
The National Trust owns and protects over 220 miles of the Cornish coastline and it continues to attract millions of visitors every year.
For more detailed information on individual beaches, beach safety, accessibility, tide times and dog friendly beaches visit our detailed beach pages.
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