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Harlyn

Harlyn

Village
PL28North Cornwall

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8Listed Buildings
2Beaches

About Harlyn

Harlyn is a small village tucked on the north coast of Cornwall, England, with a quietly appealing sense of place. Sitting inland from Harlyn Bay, the village enjoys close ties to the sea while maintaining a calm, village atmosphere. It lies just three miles from Padstow and about one mile from the neighbouring village of St. Merryn, making it a convenient and peaceful base for exploring this stretch of the South West. Harlyn’s postcode district is PL28, and it sits within the county of Cornwall. Compact and characterful, the settlement invites slow wandering and a moment to breathe between coastal excursions and nearby towns. Whether arriving from Padstow or following the lanes from St. Merryn, Harlyn’s understated presence on the map of Cornwall rewards those who seek a gentler pace in a classic Cornish setting.
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Postcode

PL28

Constituency

North Cornwall

Ward

Padstow, Wadebridge West & St Mabyn

Coordinates

50.5381°N, 4.9976°W

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Attractions

Booby's Bay is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Harlyn, known for its sand, Atlantic light and easy access to the sea. Depending on the tide and weather, it can feel either wild and dramatic or calm enough for a slower beach day, with coastal paths and cliff views adding to the appeal.

Dog friendly
beachsurfingcoastaloutdoor
1.7 km

Constantine Bay is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Harlyn, known for its sand, Atlantic light and easy access to the sea. Depending on the tide and weather, it can feel either wild and dramatic or calm enough for a slower beach day, with coastal paths and cliff views adding to the appeal.

Dog friendly
beachsurfingcoastaloutdoor
1.4 km

Harlyn is a small village on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. As a programmatic destination page, it works well as a hub for nearby beaches, walks, heritage sites, food spots and local itinerary links across CornwallMagazine.

Dog friendly
coastalcornwalltourismlocal-area
0.0 kmWebsite

Mother Ivey's Bay is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Harlyn, known for its sand, Atlantic light and easy access to the sea. Depending on the tide and weather, it can feel either wild and dramatic or calm enough for a slower beach day, with coastal paths and cliff views adding to the appeal.

Dog friendly
beachsandcoastaloutdoor
2.3 km

Round Hole Trevone is a worthwhile natural stop near Harlyn, valued for open views, sea air and the kind of landscape that gives Cornwall much of its identity. It rewards slow exploration, whether that means a clifftop walk, a pause at a viewpoint or simply taking in the changing weather and light.

Dog friendly
blowholegeologycoastaloutdoor
0.3 km

Trevone Bay is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Harlyn, known for its sand, Atlantic light and easy access to the sea. Depending on the tide and weather, it can feel either wild and dramatic or calm enough for a slower beach day, with coastal paths and cliff views adding to the appeal.

Dog friendly
beachcovecoastaloutdoor
0.2 km

Listed Buildings

GATE PIERS AT ENTRANCE TO DRIVE EAST OF HARLYN HOUSE

0.3 km
Grade II

HOUSE DIRECTLY TO NORTH EAST OF HESSELWOOD COTTAGE

0.4 km
Grade II

HESSELWOOD COTTAGE

0.4 km
Grade II

CAPSTAN DIRECTLY TO NORTH EAST OF THE CATACLEWS FISH CELLARS

0.8 km
Grade II

POLVENTON

2.0 km
Grade II

CATACLEWS FISH CELLARS

0.8 km
Grade II

HARLYN HOUSE

0.5 km
Grade II*

DOVECOTE IMMEDIATELY TO NORTH WEST OF HARLYN HOUSE

0.5 km
Grade II*

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