Hayle, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Gwithian

Gwithian beach, located in Cornwall, UK, is a sandy beach with miles of golden sand and rock pools, including the popular "Sheep Dips" surf spot.

Compared to neighboring Godrevy, Gwithian is slightly more sheltered, making it a great spot for surfing with a well-staffed lifeguard service. The beach is also popular with windsurfers and kite-surfers due to its exposed aspect and cross-shore winds.

At low tide, Gwithian is a long, exposed sandy beach that joins up with Hayle Towans and Godrevy. However, rip currents can pose a serious danger.

Visitors can make use of the car park and cafes above the beach, which offer free parking.

What to do at Gwithian?

Bars

Best bars near Gwithian include Chomp Gastro Beach Bar, Sunset Surf, Hungry Horsebox Co., Mexico Towans Beach, Sandy Acres Beach Cafe and The Red River Inn.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Gwithian include Chomp Gastro Beach Bar and Hungry Horsebox Co..

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is absolutely beautiful with miles of sand and crystal-clear water, making it a perfect location for families, dog walkers, horse riders, and surfers. However, some visitors complain about the steep hill to the car park and the presence of jellyfish during certain times of the year.

Where is Gwithian?

Latitude: 50.2159091 / Longitude: -5.4028273

Gwithian is located in Hayle. The following map of Gwithian shows the exact location.


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