Are the toilets open at Constantine Bay?

Toilets: Yes, by the Constantine Bay Beach car park. Facilities: Shop in Constantine Bay village.

Why is it called Constantine Bay?

Constantine Bay is named after Saint Constantine, a 6th-century Cornish saint possibly identified with a minor British king Constantine. St Constantine’s Well, an historic site, is accessible by public right of way on Trevose Golf Club’s golf course.

Are dogs allowed on Constantine Bay beach?

Constantine Bay is a dog friendly beach in Cornwall all year and there are no seasonal dog restrictions. If you fancy a walk you can access the Coast Path.

Is Constantine Bay good for surfing?

With a reputation as one of the best surfing beaches in Cornwall, Constantine Bay beach offers a sweeping arc of gently shelving soft pale sands. This west-facing beach also has numerous rock pools to explore and is very popular for swimming and paddling.

Can you BBQ on Constantine beach?

Constantine Bay Head down to the large sweeping bay backed by sand dunes and soak up the golden sands and warm waters. Facing West this bay also experiences some amazing sunsets, so make sure you hang around for that evening BBQ to make the most of the scenery.

Are there public toilets in Padstow?

There are 4 public conveniences in Padstow: 3 of which are maintained by Padstow Town Council. These conveniences are free of charge. 1 maintained by Cornwall Council which require 20p to enter.

Why is Boobies Bay called?

You are bound to wonder from where the beach got its name, and may be surprised that it comes from a gannet-like bird called the booby. Some suggest it may come from the Spanish for ‘stupid’ as the birds were quite tame so were easily captured and eaten by sailors. Whatever, it generally arouses a giggle!

Can you go in Trevose Head Lighthouse?

Whether it’s a short stroll to take in the views of the lighthouse (owned by Trinity House) or a more challenging route around the entire headland, there are walks for all to enjoy. Trevose Head can be accessed on foot with Kernow buses over the summer with full details in our walking trail.

Is Padstow good for surfing?

Polzeath Beach, Padstow Due to its close proximity to Chelsea-by-the-sea, sorry, Rock, Polzeath attracts a higher class of surfers than most beaches. Unfortunately it does not really produce a higher class of wave! Owing to the gentle shelving and relatively sheltered aspect of the beach the waves here lack power.

Can you surf in Padstow?

Up the coast from Padstow sits Polzeath, a small but picturesque village with a laid-back vibe and a lovely sandy beach. It’s a great place to learn to surf as the waves are slower than its north-coast counterparts meaning you have more time to get up and riding! Plus, you may even spot dolphins in the bay.

Which beaches in Cornwall can you BBQ on?

Best Beaches for Barbecues in Cornwall

• Porthmeor, St Ives.
• Marazion Beach, Mount’s Bay.
• Port Gaverne Cove, Near Port Isaac.
• Gwithian.

Are public toilets still open during lockdown Cornwall?

Cornwall has around 250 public toilet blocks, all bar a handful of which are owned and managed by town or parish councils, local businesses or community groups. “Many have already reopened, but others still need cleaning and adaptation for safe social distancing, which are not quick processes.