1. Overview
Trevaunance Cove (Aka St Agnes Beach) is the main beach at St Agnes, the vibrant village on Cornwall’s dramatic North Coast. The cove is sheleted by high cliffs and still bears many remnants of its mining heritage and the once-thriving harbour (the last harbour wall being lost to an Atlantic storm in 1915).
Easy access and great facilities make this one of the most polular Cornish beaches with local families and holiday makers throughout the year. Let’s take deeper look at what this beach has to offer…
2. How Do You Get to Trevaunance Cove?
Acces to Trevaunance Cove is fairly straightforward. Simply drive to St Agnes, and take Quay Road towards the beach, where you’ll find two main beach car parks. For quick beach access on quieter days, opt for Trevaunance Cove Car Park (TR5 0RY). Alternatively, Reppers Coombe Car Park (TR5 0RS) offers more spaces and is also nearby.
Top Tip: Download the Just Park App before you go
3. Can You Swim at Trevaunance Cove?
Absolutely, the cove’s waters are a haven for swimmers on clamer days. If you’re of the adventurous kind but worried about swimming alone, you might even want to join the St Agnes Bluetits, a local wild swimming group that revels in the brisk Cornish sea all year round. There is also a very popular Chritmas Day swim here each year – no wetsuits allowed!
4. Is Trevaunance Cove Good for Surfing?
Surfers, especially beginners, will find Trevaunance Cove to be a reliable spot. Though the surf tends to be smaller during the summer months, the waves are consistent and the sheleterd cove makes it a relatively safe spot for those cathing their first waves.
5. Is There a Beach Cafe at Trevaunance Cove?
Hunger and thirst are easily quenched at Trevaunance. Drop by Breakers Beach Cafe for a casual bite, or head to Schooners where the menu boasts wood-fired sourdough pizza and an array of beverages—all served up with mesmerizing sea views. If you need something more substantial, just 50 yards up the road you’ll find Driftwood Spars, a brew pub with rooms offers Cornish ales and delicious homemade food.
6. Is Trevaunance Cove Good for Small Children?
Trevaunance Cove is a family-friendly beach. Easy parking, a buggy friendly slipway, public toilets and the presence of lifeguards make it a hassle-free choice for those with little ones in tow.
7. Are There Lifeguards at Trevaunance Cove?
Safety is a priority here; RNLI lifeguards are on duty daily from mid-May through late September, patrolling the beach between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Check the RNLI site for more info.
8. Is Trevaunance Cove Dog-Friendly?
Dogs are allowed at Trevaunance Cove making it a popular beach for dog walkers all year round, although they should be kept on leads during the summer months.
9. What Are the Best Walks Near Trevaunance Cove?
For those looking to stretch their legs, the South West Coast Path offers sublime vistas whether you head west towards Chapel Porth or east to Perranporth. A circular walk taking in Trevellas Porth and looping through the Jericho Valley is another way to appreciate the area’s natural beauty.
10. What Activities There to Do At Trevaunance Cove?
Sign up for a kayak tour with Koru Kayaking and paddle along the rugged coastline. Alternatively, Breakers Surf School offers surf lessons, stand-up paddleboard tours, and gear hire. And when you’re done with the sea and sand, St Agnes village beckons with its local shops, intriguing museum, and inviting pubs and restaurants.
