Can you swim at Praa Sands?
Swimming in the Praa Sands area This is a really easy area to ‘sell’ but we do recommend swimming around the Praa Sands area with some caution. If it’s pan-flat conditions and the wind is light the area offers some stunning swims.
What coast is Praa Sands on?
Located on the south coast between Penzance and Helston, Praa Sands is a large beach of fine golden sand.
Are Dogs allowed on Praa Sands?
Please note: Dogs are welcome on this beach except between July 1st and August 31st (10am – 6pm) when a seasonal dog ban is in place (2021).
Can you surf at Praa Sands?
Praa Sands Beach Surf and Coasteering School. Praa Sands is highly regarded as the best places for watersports on the south coast of Cornwall. Quieter than most of Cornwall’s other surfing beaches, Praa Sands offers great waves for our beginner lessons at low tide and more advanced waves for improvers lessons at high.
Are Praa Sands toilets open?
Toilets: Yes, near the Praa Sands slipway. Facilities: Beach shops, café, restuarant at Praa Sands.
Are the toilets at Praa Sands open?
A spokesperson for Cornwall Council said: “We apologise to residents and visitors as the toilets at Praa Sands are temporarily closed for essential repairs. “The toilets operate a Propelair low-flush system which saves water and energy. The design also helps to improve hygiene.
Are the toilets open at Praa Sands?
Can you have a BBQ on Praa Sands?
Praa Sands You can head down to the far end for a peaceful BBQ or sit near the car park if you want the handiness of the local facilities should you forget to pack something for the BBQ.
What time is high tide at Praa Sands?
7 day tide forecast for Praa Sands
| Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Low 12:26am (1.01m) High 06:21am (5.54m) Low 12:49pm (0.85m) High 06:42pm (5.32m) | Low 01:02am (0.93m) High 06:55am (5.57m) Low 01:24pm (0.81m) High 07:16pm (5.31m) | Low 01:37am (0.92m) High 07:29am (5.51m) Low 01:59pm (0.86m) High 07:47pm (5.21m) |
Is Praa Sands good for bodyboarding?
The beach is great for surfing & bodyboarding plus loads of room for everyone to pitch up and not be on top of each other. Don’t know why you’d need to find another beach as this place has it all!
Are the showers open at Fistral beach?
Toilets. The toilets are open all year. Currently the shower area remains closed.