Holywell Bay
This vast beach of fine golden sand backed by grass tufted dunes is a classic example of the north coast’s wide open bays.
Big enough for everyone to enjoy, you can go bodyboarding, watch wild storms in winter or stroll across the sands with your dog. Being exposed to large Atlantic swells makes it a well-loved beach with surfers. Holywell Beach is also ideal for relaxing and reading a good book while the kids play in the stream or enjoy the waves.
Exploring the fascinating grotto-like Holywell Cave with its calcium deposits at low tide is possible, but be careful not to get cut off. The wreck of an old Argentinian coaster can also be seen just offshore at low tide. Holywell was one of the backdrops for the BAFTA-winning TV series Poldark!
