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Barn Pool Beach

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Woodland

Walking, Photography, Picnicking

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Philip Halling via Geograph.org.uk

Barn Pool is a steep shingle beach on the Cornish side of Plymouth Sound, tucked below the woods and parkland of the Mount Edgcumbe estate. The beach is banked with pebbles that drop quickly into deep, sheltered water, a quiet anchorage looking straight across the Sound to Drake's Island and the cit...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

3 day, 7 overnight

Seco Lounge​, Grecian Taverna​, Leandra Restaurant

Tregantle Safari Cabin, Rame Safari Cabin Tent

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

Nearest Hidden Gem 3

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Barn Pool Beach?
Cornwall hosts this coastal spot right along the edge of the Mount Edgcumbe estate grounds. Visitors often catch a ferry over from nearby Plymouth to reach the shore.

What type of place is Barn Pool Beach?
Barn Pool Beach is a stony seashore surrounded by formal gardens and open parkland on the Cornish coast.

When is the best time to visit Barn Pool Beach?
Spring through to autumn offers the most reliable weather for exploring the shoreline and walking the estate paths. Checking the local tide tables before setting off will ensure the water does not submerge the walking area during your trip.

What can you do at Barn Pool Beach?
People love swimming in the sheltered waters or relaxing on the grass with a family picnic. Watching the yachts and distant ferries pass through the narrow shipping channel provides a wonderful way to pass an afternoon.

How long should I spend at Barn Pool Beach?
Spending two or three hours allows enough time to enjoy the beach and wander through the surrounding parkland. A full day trip makes sense if you intend to explore the historic house as well.

Where do I park at Barn Pool Beach?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close by, providing three day and seven overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Barn Pool Beach?
Seco Lounge, Grecian Taverna, and Leandra Restaurant offer three nearby spots to grab a bite. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Barn Pool Beach?
Tregantle Safari Cabin and Rame Safari Cabin Tent provide two options for an overnight stay in the local area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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