North Cornwall

Greenaway Beach

Sandy

Yes

No

No

No

Secluded Beach –Wide Beach

Greenaway beach

Greenaway beach

PL27 6SF

Beach Information

All year round

Sandy

Unfortunately there are no toilets at Greenaway Beach and the closest toilets are located at Daymer Bay but are closed during dusk.

No Lifeguard Cover

The only access to Greenaway beach is via steps, so it’s not wheelchair friendly.

Nearby Beaches

Daymer Bay Beach (0.4 Miles)
Polzeath Beach (0.7 Miles)
Rock Beach (1.3 Miles)
Trevone Bay Beach (2.7 Miles)
Harlyn Bay Beach (3.6 Miles)

Nearby Towns

Polzeath (0.7 Miles)
Rock (1.6 Miles)
Padstow (1.9 Miles)
Port Isaac (4.7 Miles)
Mawgan Porth (8.4 Miles)

Things to do near Greenaway Beach

The Rumps (1.8 Miles)
Prideaux Place (1.9 Miles)
Trevone Round Hole (2.6 Miles)
Trevone Natural Sea Pool (3.0 Miles)
Treyarnon Rock Pool (5.1 Miles)

Important Beach Information

A Guide to Jellyfish in Cornwall & Their Stings

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The Easy Way to Cold Water Swim in Cornwall

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What is High Tide & Low Tide?

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Spotted a stranded marine animal?

If you find a live seal, dolphin, whale, or turtle in distress on the beach, keep people and dogs well away and call BDMLR on 01825 765546 for expert help. Please don’t touch, feed, or move the animal.

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your call could save its life.

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Greenaway beach

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Important Beach Information

A Guide to Jellyfish in Cornwall & Their Stings

Read more

The Easy Way to Cold Water Swim in Cornwall

Read more

What is High Tide & Low Tide?

Read more

Spotted a stranded marine animal?

If you find a live seal, dolphin, whale, or turtle in distress on the beach, keep people and dogs well away and call BDMLR on 01825 765546 for expert help. Please don’t touch, feed, or move the animal.

Please call

01825 765546

your call could save its life.

Proud Supporters of

Tourist Information

Greenaway Beach is situated in-between Polzeath and Rock and it stays relatively quiet during the summer but this is because there is no parking or amenities nearby and to get down to the beach are a few steps. Once you’re down you’re introduced to a holden sandy beach with lots of rock pools at low tide for the kids to discover marine life and crab hunting.

This beach is surrounded with a beautiful landscape and backdrop of cliffs, this little beach is a mix of sand and shingle with rocks scattered throughout the beach. Around the coastline there are beautiful walks and more beaches nearby!

Greenaway Beach in Cornwall is a great place to explore rock pools at low tide. These shallow areas of the ocean are home to a variety of marine life, including crabs, snails, and small fish, and can be a fun and educational activity for people of all ages. To find the rock pools at Greenaway Beach, you’ll need to wait for low tide, which is when the water recedes and exposes the pools. When you visit the beach, be sure to wear shoes with good traction and be careful not to step on or disturb any of the marine life living in the pools.

Beach Fossils

Greenaway Beach is known for its rich fossil deposits. Part of the Devon and Cornwall Coast World Heritage Site, which is recognized for its geology and paleontology, fossils found at Greenaway Beach and the surrounding area are indicative of the Earth’s history, and provide insights into the evolution of life on Earth.

You can find fossils in the rocks and cliffs along the beach, as well as in the sediment layers beneath the surface. Many of the fossils found in the area are from the Devonian period, which lasted from about 419 to 359 million years ago. During this time, the area was covered by a shallow sea, and the fossils that have been found at Greenaway Beach include a variety of marine animals such as trilobites, brachiopods, and coral.

Parking at Greenaway Beach

The idyllic and secluded Greenaway beach does not have any designated parking areas. Visitors will have to park in the nearby towns of Polzeath to the north or Daymer Bay to the south. Both towns offer parking options, however, it’s important to note that the distance from the parking areas to the beach is approximately 0.6 miles and it can only be accessed by foot through a grassy coastal path

Swimming

Greenaway Beach is an ideal spot for swimming during calm days. However, it’s essential to assess the conditions before entering the water. For added safety, consider swimming in pairs or groups.

Toilets

Unfortunately there are no toilets at Greenaway Beach and the closest toilets are located at Daymer Bay but are closed during dusk.

Rockpools

You and the family can enjoy finding marine life in rockpools at Greenaway Beach for sure, the best rockpools uncover at low tide and are filled with creatures from crabs to prawns and even someones fish! The Greenaway Beach rockpools are located either the left side or right side of the beach.

Low Tide

Low tide at Greenaway Beach is the best time to visit as it opens the beach to a larger expanse of sand making it perfect for family fun. The back of the beach at Greenaway Beach is generally quieter and is a great spot to find small rock pools filled with small marine wildlife.

High Tide

High tide at Greenaway Beach can cover the entire beach but to be sure there is a beach when you visit a regular tide in Cornwall is around 5.2m to 5.7m but on larger tides especially spring tides you can expect Greenaway Beach to be quite dangerous if there are spring tides mixed with bigger waves so please be careful and always check the tide times at Greenaway Beach.

Getting here

By Foot

Accessible via coastal path from either Daymer Bay, Polzeath Beach or Port Gaverne Beach area within a short walk away.

By Car

Approach Wadebridge on the A389 (from Bodmin) or the A39. At Wadebridge, take the B3314 and continue until you see a left turn to Rock. Proceed on this road and then turn right onto Trewint Lane (signposted to Greenaway Beach). Continue on this road and turn left at a junction. Keep going until you find a left turning for Greenaway Beach (signposted to Greenaway Beach). Follow this road down to Greenaway Beach.

By Bus

Unfortunately due to ever-changing timetables we’re unable you give you the best information for all locations so please check the Cornwall bus timetables near you

Tide Times

Planning a beach day? Don’t forget to check the tide times in Greenaway Beach today to make the most of your visit!

23 January 2026

Time	Type	Height
02:08	low	1.22m
08:07	high	7.09m
14:32	low	1.19m
20:24	high	6.73m

24 January 2026

Time	Type	Height
02:43	low	1.38m
08:44	high	6.9m
15:09	low	1.4m
21:03	high	6.51m

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Greenaway Beach FAQ

Where Is Greenaway Beach?

Greenaway beach is located in North Cornwall near Polzeath, less popular than most beaches in North Cornwall so its the perfect escape from all the summertime busyness.

Is Greenaway Beach Dog Friendly?

Dogs are allowed on Greenaway beach all year round this makes it the perfect spot for walking your dog or dogs during peak summertimes when other beaches don’t allow it.

Can You Swim At Greenaway Beach?

Yes, although please judge the conditions before going out as there are no lifeguard patrols on this beach.

Is There Toilets At Greenaway Beach?

No, there are no toilets located at Greenaway beach, nearest public toilets are at Daymer Bay car park.

What Is Greenaway Beach Postcode?

The postcode for Greenaway beach is PL27 6TE.

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Nearest Locations

Polzeath (0.71 miles)
Rock (1.63 miles)
Padstow (1.85 miles)
Port Isaac (4.66 miles)
Mawgan Porth (8.42 miles)

Nearest Activities

The Rumps (1.78 miles)
Prideaux Place (1.92 miles)
Trevone Round Hole (2.64 miles)
Trevone Natural Sea Pool (2.96 miles)
Treyarnon Rock Pool (5.08 miles)

Nearest Beaches

Daymer Bay Beach (0.42 miles)
Polzeath Beach (0.7 miles)
Rock Beach (1.28 miles)
Trevone Bay Beach (2.67 miles)
Harlyn Bay Beach (3.62 miles)

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