Choose from 6 places to stay in Mawgan Porth
Mawgan Porth is a wide, sandy bay on Cornwall’s north coast, roughly halfway between Newquay and Padstow, with cliffs on either side and a stream running down the beach. Staying in a family holiday cottage in Mawgan Porth puts you right by a beach known for its space, rockpools, caves and good surf, with RNLI lifeguards on duty in season. The handful of shops, cafés and takeaways close to the sand make it easy to spend whole days here without going far.
Families often settle into a rhythm of surfing or bodyboarding at mid to low tide, exploring the rockpools and caves, and letting younger children paddle in the stream and dig in the dry sand higher up. Short walks up onto the coast path towards Bedruthan Steps or along the valley add variety on cooler days, and Newquay and Padstow are within easy reach for extra attractions. A self-catering place to stay in Mawgan Porth means you can keep boards and buckets ready, wash off the salt and enjoy quiet evenings after long, sandy days.
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