St Austell, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Portholland

Portholland beach is a sandy beach found in Cornwall, UK, which comprises of two distinct beaches, East and West Portholland. During low tide, the two beaches merge, while during high tide, they remain separate.

East Portholland offers more amenities than West Portholland. Both beaches are family-friendly and feature small cafes, with safe bathing conditions.

Discover great places to stay near Portholland Beach and enjoy the unique experience of its merging shores during low tide.

The beaches have relatively even access, but parking is restricted. Visitors can bring their dogs to the beach.

Where to Stay near Portholland?

Visitors to Portholland often stay in the nearby towns of Mevagissey and St Austell, which offer a range of accommodations and easy access to the beach. Many visitors also explore the surrounding areas, enjoying the picturesque Cornish landscapes and other attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Portholland?

Latitude: 50.23632 / Longitude: -4.863706

Portholland is located in St Austell. The following map of Portholland shows the exact location.

Portholland: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, December 14, 2025
Today is not ideal for a beach visit to Portholland. The air temperature will reach a high of 12.5 °C. Expect completely cloudy skies. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 12.1 °C, and the waves will be high.
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Air

Low / High10.9°C/12.5°C
Feels Like (High)8.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature12.1 °C
Wave Height1.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance53%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:11/16:16
Sunshine Hours6.0 hrs
UV Index1.15
Cloud Cover100%
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Wind

Speed38.4 km/h
Gusts65.5 km/h
DirectionSW

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