These four great beaches are all within walking distance of the hotel. Gyllingvase Beach with its golden sands, cafe, lifeguards and crystal blue swimming waters is literally on the hotel's doorstep (only sixty-five short steps from our front door). A bit further along the road, you will find the quieter Castle beach with a small cafe and plenty of rock pools at low tide. Swanpool Beach...
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Our favourite local beach BBQ locations
Nothing says summer more than a barbeque – turn that into a barbeque on the beach for two, add a dollop of fantastic Cornish seafood and a splash of cider and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a romantic afternoon. We've chosen our favourite spots for beach BBQ....
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Top 10 beaches in Cornwall
From the surf scene to the barely seen, Cornwall has over 300 beaches to choose from. Some are just sandy little crescents nestled at the foot of towering cliffs, others are sweeping expanses of sand that fringe our estuaries and bays....
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Top Tips to Stay Safe at Gyllyngvase Beach
Here at St Michaels we’re lucky to be just metres away from one of Cornwall’s friendliest and (in our opinion) most beautiful beaches, Gyllyngvase beach. We know the lure of the sea and have spent many happy hours there enjoying the Cornish lifestyle, but the sea needs to be respected as it can be a dangerous place. That’s why we thought we’d take a stroll and talk to the lifeguards...
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Our Guide to Maenporth Beach, Falmouth
Pretty, panoramic and perfect for paddling - we love Maenporth! Here's our top ten facts about this gorgeous Falmouth beach......
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A Guide to Swanpool Beach
Surrounded by cliffs and the South West Coast Path, find yourself tucked away in the perfect sun-trap in the wildlife hotspot of Swanpool Beach in Falmouth. A ten-minute walk along the coast path from St Michaels, Swanpool is the perfect place to find yourself for a day at the beach. With so much to offer, Swanpool really is the ideal beach destination if you’re looking to mix it up and step...