A
large sandy beach dwarfed by spectacular rock outcrops. Note that
swimming is dangerous and access to the beach is unsuitable for
wheel chairs and push chairs
Directions:Bedruthan Steps is approximately 8 miles from Newquay.
Approach
Newquay from the A30 and turn onto the A39 at the Indian Queens
roundabout. Proceed on the A39 and continue on the A39 across the
1st roundabout and at the 2nd roundabout turn left onto the A3059
for Newquay. At Newquay follow the directions for Padstow onto the
B3276. Follow the B3276 past Watergate Bay through Mawgan Porth
and about a mile after Mawgan Porth turn left for the Bedruthan
Steps car park. There are shorter routes avoiding Newquay. Consult
an OS map
Parking:1
small NT car park
Toilets:Yes
Facilities:Cafe
Activities:None
Safety:Not suitable for swimming due to strong currents. The steps
down to the beach are very steep and not suitable for wheel chairs
or push chairs. Note that the steps down are closed in winter opening
again on 1st March. There is a risk of becoming stranded at high tide.