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Porthtowan

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  • Water temp(satellite):
  • 9.6°C
  • 2025-01-21

Porthtowan is on the north coast of Cornwall. It is a sandy beach resort, approximately 370 metres wide, backed by cliffs. There is a stream that disperses over the sand in the centre of the beach. Porthtowan Beach is situated 100 meters north west of Porthtowan Beach in Cornwall.

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