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Porth

Porth

Suburban Area
TR7St Austell and Newquay

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1Listed Buildings
1Beaches

About Porth

Tucked on the eastern edge of Newquay, Porth is a small, historic coastal settlement and beach area that embodies Cornish seaside charm. As a suburban area within the TR7 postcode, it sits quietly on the county’s Atlantic fringe in Cornwall, South West England, offering a gentle contrast to its larger neighbour. Porth’s identity is rooted in its coastal character and history, inviting visitors to linger and absorb the rhythms of tide and town. Strolls along the shoreline, breath the sea-scented air and watch light shift across the water—simple pleasures that suit this intimate settlement. Whether you arrive to explore the beach area or to appreciate a slice of local heritage, Porth rewards with an unassuming authenticity that feels both timeless and immediate. Close enough to Newquay to be part of its wider story, yet distinct in scale and mood, Porth is a quiet Cornish moment: a place to pause, listen, and take in the enduring appeal of England’s South West coast.
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Postcode

TR7

Constituency

St Austell and Newquay

Ward

St Columb Minor & Colan, Newquay Central & Pentire, Newquay Trenance, Newquay Porth & Tretherras

Coordinates

50.4236°N, 5.0556°W

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Attractions

Lusty Glaze Beach is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Porth, 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
0.5 km

Porth Beach is a memorable stretch of Cornwall coast near Porth, 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.

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0.2 km

Listed Buildings

MILESTONE OUTSIDE NO.34 HENVER ROAD

0.8 km
Grade II

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