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Poly Joke Beach

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Caves, Cliffs

Walking, Swimming, Photography, Wildlife Watching

Year round

Photo: Steve Daniels via Geograph.org.uk

Poly Joke, properly Porth Joke, is a narrow, secluded sandy cove backed by dunes and low cliffs on the north Cornwall coast, near Crantock and West Pentire, a few miles from Newquay. A stream runs down the sand to the sea, and plenty of beach opens up at low tide. It is National Trust land, reached ...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

9 day, 1 overnight

Lewinnick Lodge​, Fern Pit Café​, Sushea​

Blue Room Hostel, Tolcarne Beach Cabins, The Annexe at Tenniside

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Poly Joke Beach?
Cornwall's northern coast conceals this coastal cove between Crantock and Holywell Bay. Walkers usually find the sandy reach by following a path from West Pentire.

What type of place is Poly Joke Beach?
Poly Joke Beach is a sandy bay on the north coast of Cornwall.

When is the best time to visit Poly Joke Beach?
Low tide periods offer the safest opportunity to explore the exposed caves and rock pools before the water returns. Summer months bring warmer conditions for swimming, though spring lets you see wildflowers on the headlands.

What can you do at Poly Joke Beach?
People regularly enjoy swimming in the sea or walking along the soft sand. Photography enthusiasts capture the wild rocky outcrops, while nature lovers spot nesting seabirds.

How long should I spend at Poly Joke Beach?
A few hours will give you plenty of time to splash in the waves and search the rock pools. Families often pack a flask of hot tea and make a full day of their trip.

Where do I park at Poly Joke Beach?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close by, providing nine day and one overnight spot. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Poly Joke Beach?
Lewinnick Lodge, Fern Pit Café, and Sushea offer three choices for food in the wider area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Poly Joke Beach?
Blue Room Hostel, Tolcarne Beach Cabins, and The Annexe at Tenniside provide three nearby places to spend the night. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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