Trebarwith Strand was a favourite landing place for
smugglers bound for Jamaica Inn, bringing brandy and other contraband. They may have made use of the caves backing
the long stretch of white sand which makes this spot so popular with
present-day visitors. The beach is
backed by cliffs, from where slate was once quarried, and there are waterfalls
tumbling down towards the sea. On the
horizon is a large lump of rock known as Gull Rock. The beach is popular with bodyboarders and
surfers, and there is gear available to hire as well as a surf school. Anyone entering the water here should heed
the signs warning of potential danger, including the danger of being swept off the
rocks by the powerful waves prevalent on this stretch of coast. There is car parking and a pub with
accommodation for anyone wanting to stay overnight, with the chance to
experience the wonderful sunset. Up
above the beach is the Trebarwith Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
with bluebell woods and a nature trail.
It made the news in 2014 with reports that Prince Charles was selling the
valley, complete with an engine house and a waterfall, for £40,000.
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| The Beach at Trebarwith Strand - geograph.org.uk - 487105. Photo by John Lucas, via Wikimedia Commons. |
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