HOLIDAY HOMES IN POLPERRO

BEST BEACHES

• Polperro Beach: a tiny, very tidal cove by the harbour, covered at high tide.
• Talland Bay: two small beaches a coast path walk away, with a café, good for rock pooling.
• East Looe Beach: a sandy town beach a short drive away.

DOGS ON THE BEACH: 2026 SEASON

No Polperro-area beach is on Cornwall Council's 2026 restricted list. Privately owned beaches can set their own rules. Talland Bay is dog-friendly. Rules can change each year, so check the signs.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

• A small beach outside the harbour, mostly shingle at low tide, and a tidal pool below Chapel Cliff.
• Walk a mile east on the South West Coast Path to Talland Bay for beaches and rock pools, then on to Looe. The path west is hilly, with many steps.
• Rainy day: the Smuggling Museum, and several galleries.
• The only car park is at the top of the village, a 15 to 20 minute walk from the harbour.
• Train: the nearest station is Looe, five miles away, on the branch line from Liskeard. Buses run from Looe, Liskeard and Plymouth.
• Shops sell local crafts and sweets made in the area.

From local tourist information (visitcornwall.com cornwall.gov.uk gosouthwestengland.co.uk), checked 22 October 2026.