Bedruthan Steps
50° 29' 9" N 5° 2' 3" WBedruthan Steps is a dramatic stretch of coastline in North Cornwall.
* UPDATE FOR 2025: Access to the beach is currently very difficult due to coastal errosion which has closed the path for the foreseeable future. It is not recommended to try and access the beach through other routes which would pose significant danger and risk to life. *
Bedruthan Steps is said to have aquired it’s name from the the lage rocky outcrops which are scattered down the beach and as legend is told, were put there by Bedruthan, a giant, who used them stepping stones.
At low tide the beach itself stretches for over a mile with plenty of interesting rockpools and gullys.
As the numerous warning signs point out, the cliffs are dangerous – as are the tides, and it’s easy to become cut off at high tide if care isn’t taken. Be extra vigilant with an incoming tide.
Nearby are Carnewas cliffs owned by the National Trust with a cafe and toilets. Looking west from here you get a good view towards the Newquay beaches.
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- Carpark (National Trust)
- Public Toilets
- Café (Seasonal)
- Shop
- Hazard: Cliffs
- Hazard: Tides (Rising / Falling)
- Hazard: Strong currents
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Lifeguards not available
- Dogs allowed (All year)
- 10 minute walk from carpark
History of Bedruthan Steps
Travel / Parking information for Bedruthan Steps
Directions to Bedruthan Steps
Start on the A3058 heading out of Newquay towards Quintrell Downs. At Quintrell Downs, take the 3rd exit at the roundabout onto the A392. Follow the A392 until you reach the Trevarrian holiday park, and then turn right onto the B3276. Stay on the B3276 and follow signs for Mawgan Porth. Continue through Mawgan Porth and follow the road for about 2 miles. Look out for signs to Bedruthan Steps. There's a National Trust car park available for visitors.
Parking for Bedruthan Steps
The only parking is the National Trust car park. From here it's a short walk to the view point of Bedruthan Steps.
