The Cornish beach with whiter sand than Australia that's right next to a top-rated campsite
G'DAY MATE The Cornish beach with whiter sand than Australia that's right next to a top-rated campsite
THERE'S a beach in Cornwall that has been called "as good as Australia" with soft white sand banks and bright blue seas.
Porthcurno Beach is recognised for its natural beauty as well as it's famous outside theatre - and it's 10-minutes away from a much-loved campsite.
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Porthcurno Beach has been compared to Australia
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Just 10-minutes up the hill is Treen Farm Campsite
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Porthcurno Beach is well-known for being beautiful and according to one visitor it's "as good as an Australian beach!"
Someone else added: "When the sun comes out, you could be on any beach in the world. This beach is stunning. Pure white, soft sand."
Another reason as to why Porthcurno has been compared to Australian and Caribbean beaches is its warmth.
In fact, it's the beach is the second warmest in the UK outside the summer months.
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The Porthcurno Beach boasts an average temperature of 13.1C in autumn, which is still warm enough to enjoy, but worth taking an extra layer just to be on the safe side.
The town is also home to the Minack Theatre, an open-air performance space that overlooks the ocean.
And just a 10-minutes walk away from the beach, is Treen Farm Campsite, and nearly all the pitches have sea views too.
All pitches are supplied with picnic benches so during the summer you can eat dinner alfresco.
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There are token-operated hot showers on site, toilets, washing up and laundry facilities too.
On-site is a small shop for supplies like milk, eggs, bread rolls, local meats, wines and beers - as well as BBQs.
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Porthcurno Beach is one of the warmest in the UK
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Every morning the shop has freshly baked croissants and pasties are available throughout the day.
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During busier times of the season, there are catering vans that pull up to the campsite up to three times a week.
In the warmer months, the campsite even offers a short, morning meditation class.
Anyone wanting to camp at Treen Farm Campsite cannot book as it operates on a first come, first served basis.
The website warns that in peak season, it's best to arrive early to guarantee a pitch.
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To pitch a medium tent (3-4 man) cost £7 per night during peak season.
There's an additional fee of £11 for adults during peak season, and £6 for children.
The campsite is open between April 1 and October 5.
It's highly-rated on Tripadvisor with visitors praising its "spectacular views" and "lovely site staff".
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Both beaches have blue waters and white sand
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Another famous beach for white sands that is just around the corner is Pedn Vounder Beach.
The beach is tucked away near Land's End and used to be a hidden gem, now it's very well-known and popular in the summer.
Last year, Pedn Vounder Beach was named one of the best in the world.
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Ranking it 25th in the world, Big 7 wrote: "Cornwall has long been a summer getaway destination for local families, but its gorgeous coastline has caught the eye of international travellers.
"Combining crystal clear blue water and white sand, it's proof that you don't need to hotfoot to the Caribbean for a tropical island-inspired getaway."
Check out this Netflix-famous sandy beach an hour from London with 'excellent' water quality – and it's nowhere near the sea.
And an English tidal lido right on the beach that you can only visit twice a day.
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