This is Mawgan Porth beach. A while back the Times Newspaper included the beach in it's Top 10 Holiday Beaches. They wrote: There are better known and busier beaches in Cornwall, but few can match the raw beauty of Mawgan Porth, on the north coast near Newquay. Shielded on both sides by cliffs, it has acres of soft white sand, rock pools, caves and magical sunsets.
The first five of today's photos were snapped as the tide was going out on a lovely sunny, early morning - so not very many people on the beach - perfect!
The tide goes out a long way, as can be seen by the photo above, but it leaves behind soft squelchy sand with a few clear water pools - oh, and beautiful clean air - breathe deeply - ahhhh!
When the tide is out it's possible to explore caves in the cliffs, which are normally hidden by the sea.
The following three photos were again snapped in the morning, but the sky wasn't so blue and the sea perhaps not so inviting. This is the Atlantic coast so the waves are suitable for surfing.
A small river joins the beach ...
... while the waves start to build.
Mawgan Porth is situated between Newquay and Padstow on Cornwall's north coast.
Thanks for visiting my blog, sorry it's only a quick post today. All good wishes ~ Mike.
Lovely blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly - I've looked at your blog, good wishes.
DeleteIt is a wnderful beach and tne reflections in the wet sand add sparkle. Lovely photo's Mike. 😊
ReplyDeleteThanks David, once the tourists arrive the beach doesn't look quite so good.
DeleteMike, the first and sixth photos are absolutely stunning with the soft blending of the muted colors. Really artful. It looks and sounds to be a delightful location in every way. I enjoyed this post a lot. Best wishes!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ann. So may beaches in Cornwall it's difficult to say which is a favourite. They all have their own characteristics. All good wishes.
DeleteLovely fresh air and cold sea photos Mike for a hot sticky day! I love the luminous green rock, covered in seaweed. I haven't been to this Newquay beach for a while, it's a great one :) x
ReplyDeleteCould do with some cool fresh air. Thanks Lulu, take care in the sunshine.
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