BeachHidden gem
Church Cove, Gunwalloe
Gunwalloe, South West England
A small cove with a tiny church built into the dunes, and a short walk to Dollar Cove.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Church Cove is a sandy inlet where the St Winwaloe church sits almost on the beach, with a bell tower separate from the main building. Cross the headland and you reach Dollar Cove, named for a wrecked treasure ship. Swimming is possible but there are strong currents so stick to calm days.
Good to know
- Walk over Halzephron Cliff for views and a pub at the far end
- Check tide times, the beach shrinks at high water
- Best time
- Low tide, late afternoon
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Small car park above the cove, narrow lanes
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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