Gwithian Towans Car Park – The Ultimate Beach Parking Guide 🚗
Parking at Gwithian Towans Beach – fees, surf access & dog rules. Your complete guide to Cornwall’s golden sands.
📌 Quick Facts
Type: Pay-and-display (private operator)
Open: Dawn to dusk (no overnight)
Google Rating: 4.3/5 (based on beach visitor reviews)
Jurisdiction: Private land (near Cornwall Council-managed areas)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | £2.30 (summer peak) |
| Daily Max | £10.50 |
| Payment | Mobile app/cashless only |
| Future Plans | Potential ANPR enforcement (2025) |
📊 Capacity & Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Spaces | ~275 (marked, gravel surface) |
| Surface | Compacted gravel (potholes after rain) |
| Lighting | None |
| Security | Occasional patrols |
| Height | 2.4m (unsuitable for large campers) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Sloping path to cliff edge; no beach wheelchair access
Nearest Adapted Parking: Hayle Beach Car Park (TR27 5AF, 5-min drive)
Beach Route: 5-min walk via steps (steep in sections)
🔌 EV Charging
On-Site: None
Nearest: BP Pulse at Loggans Moor (4x 50kW, 5-min drive)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Who’s Here? |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Weekends | 100% by 10AM | Surfers/families |
| Weekday Mornings | 60% | Dog walkers |
| Pro Tip: Arrive before 9AM or after 4PM in summer. Overflow at Mexico Towans (free, 10-min walk). |
🚶 Walkability
| Destination | Time | Why Go? |
|---|---|---|
| Gwithian Beach | 5-min | Surf hub |
| Sunset Surf Café | 7-min | Beachfront snacks |
| Godrevy Lighthouse | 20-min | Coastal views |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Toilets: On-site (seasonal opening)
Food:
Jam Pot Café (former coastguard lookout)
The Rock Pool (seafood shack)
⚠️ Key Notices
Dogs: Banned 1 July–31 Aug (10AM–6PM) on beach sections
Safety: Strong currents – lifeguards in summer
No Overnight (strictly enforced)
📌 Local Hacks
Tide Hack: Low tide reveals caves/rock pools eastward.
Surf Secret: Best waves at mid-tide near Godrevy.
Rain Alert: Western bays flood first.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Proposed dune restoration project
2026: New coastal path to Hayle Towans
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