Charlestown beach

View map of beach Parking available Toilets available South West Coast Path Dog friendly Beach cleaned regularly Good water quality for swimming

Season: autumn

The bright sunshine led me away from the harbour to the beach at Charlestown this morning.  An ebb tide had left a pristine beach in its wake, with clear rock pools and glistening rocks exposed as the sea fell away.  The sun had risen in the east, throwing bright lines out behind the masts of the tall ships that filled the inner harbour.

Autumn visit photo gallery

 

Debbie, in harmony with the beach. 

 

The beach and the harbour at Charlestown in the morning.

Season: winter

The tide had fallen back, but this visit followed a stormy spell of high spring tides and an onshore wind that had scattered marine debris over both of the beaches overnight. Weekend visitors to the picturesque inner harbour were therefore able to enjoy the beach in the aftermath.  Charlestown is well worth a visit at any time of the year, with an excellent maritime museum, attractive shops, pubs and a café, plus the Tall Ships in the inner harbour.

Winter visit photo gallery

 

The beach as an expression of faith for Will and Emily.

 

A view from the harbour wall at Charlestown.

One thought on “Charlestown beach

  1. Graham

    Hi,
    What a fantastic website.

    My family and I visit Charlestown each year on holiday from the South West coast of Scotland.

    The videos on your website are fantastic and I never tire of seeing Charlestown. It’s a lovely place.

    Thanks for sharing.

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