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The location of YHA Coverack provides a plethora of opportunities to explore the unique charm of Cornwall. Just a short walk from the hostel, guests will find the beautiful Coverack Beach, perfect for swimming, rock pooling, and sunbathing. The South West Coast Path, which passes by the village, offers excellent walking trails with breath-taking coastal views. For those interested in wildlife, the hostel is an excellent base for seal and dolphin spotting, and bird watching. Nearby, the iconic Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station and the unique Bonython Estate Gardens provide fascinating day trips. Further afield, guests can explore the Lizard Peninsula, known for its stunning cliffs and coves, visit the picture-perfect St. Ives, or delve into history at the Poldark Mine. With its inviting atmosphere and splendid location, YHA Coverack offers an ideal base to experience the scenic beauty and cultural richness of Cornwall.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 158 feet / 48.2 metres above sea level
Coverack Beach Beach
Near Helston - a sandy shingle and rocky composition 0.2 miles away. This is a small beach near the village of Coverack Beach which has a bit of everything , shingle rocks and a little sand , it gets better as the tide goes out. It is despite this popular with families with good amenities.
Porthoustock Beach
Near St Keverne - a pebble composition 2.8 miles away. Near Manacle Point an easterly facing pebble beach in the form of a small back bordered by low cliffs eiter side Cars can be parked on the upper dry area of the beach
Kennack Sands East Beach
Near Helston - a sandy and shingle composition 3.1 miles away. Kennack Sands Beach can be considered as two beaches, see Kennack Sands West Beach. This Particular beach on the eastern side shingle and more rocky (still with sand) and good for beachcombers with the local green and red serpentine rocks and pebbles to be found.
Porthkerris Beach
Near - a pebble composition 3.2 miles away. A small pebble on the eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula. a remote beach, with a dive school and naturally popular with divers. there is a small cafe on the beach
Kennack Sands West Beach
Near Helston - a sandy and shingle composition 3.2 miles away. Kennack Sands Beach can be considered as two beaches, See also Kennack Sands East Beach. This particular beach to the west is larger, no dogs in the peak summer months and is sandy and family friendly . Both share a car park and cafe and toilets
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Beach or Coast Nearby
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Truro Aerodrome Truro Cornwall
TR4 9EX
17.7 miles Perranporth Airfield
Perranporth Cornwall
TR5 0XS
21.4 miles
Motorways
M5 Junction 31 Bodmin
83.2 miles M5 Junction 30
Exeter, Dawlish,Sidmouth, Exmouth
86.4 miles M5 Junction 29
Honiton, Exeter Airport
87.0 miles
Railway Stations
Penmere station code = PNM
TR11 4AE
8.9 miles Falmouth Town
station code = FMT
TR11 4LT
9.0 miles
Ferry Ports
Attractions & places to see near this Hostel
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Coverack Windsurfing School -
TR12 6SY
SW 78393 18151
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TR12 6SY
SW 78393 18151
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RYA Windsurfing tuition and hire
0.1m / 0.2km -
Lizard Wireless Station -
TR12 7AP
SW 71207 11932
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TR12 7AP
SW 71207 11932
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A National trust property, Marconi on the Lizard, a radion stion of historical interest
5.8m / 9.3km
Roskillys Ice Cream Farm -
TR12 6NX
SW 79354 20677
= aboard.contents.defends Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
TR12 6NX
SW 79354 20677
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Home to the Roskillys organic dairy ice cream farm. a real working farm where you can see the animals, stroll around with beautiful walks, visit the ice cream parlour or have a bite to eat in the restaurant
1.7m / 2.7km -
Trebah Gardens -
TR11 5JZ
SW 76868 27654
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TR11 5JZ
SW 76868 27654
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Lovely gardens with up to 4 miles of walks should you choose with walks that include a full length of the gardens down to a private beach on the Helford River. There is a pant nursery and cafe on site.
6m / 9.7km
Porthkerris Dive School -
TR12 6QJ
SW 80574 22769
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TR12 6QJ
SW 80574 22769
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Located in Porthkerris within the Lizard Peninsula with a beach cafe. A dive schools offering many types of schooling and trips.
3.2m / 5.1km -
Lizard Lighthouse -
TR12 7NT
SW 70414 11579
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TR12 7NT
SW 70414 11579
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The Lizard Lighthouse at Lizard Point built in 1751 contains a heritage centre on the most southerly point of mainland Britain
6.3m / 10.1km
Helford River Boat Hire -
TR12 6JY
SW 75787 26268
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TR12 6JY
SW 75787 26268
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A range of self drive hire boats, rowing boats plus Kayaks and paddle boards for Hire on the River Helford.
5.3m / 8.5km -
The Lizard Peninsula -
TR12 7NT
SW 70414 11579
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TR12 7NT
SW 70414 11579
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The most southerly point of mainland Britain
6.3m / 10.1km
Halliggye Fogou -
TR12 6AF
SW 71250 23868
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5.6m / 9km -
TR12 6AF
SW 71250 23868
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Cared for by English Heritage
5.6m / 9km -
Kynance Cove -
TR12 7PJ
SW 68443 13368
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TR12 7PJ
SW 68443 13368
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A special mention is worthy of this stunning beach with white sands, turquoise seas and interesting rock formations
6.8m / 10.9km View more hotels nearby with distances
The Paris Hotel - Helston - 0.16
The Bay Hotel - Coverack - 0.32
The Three Tuns Hotel - Helston - 2.02
The White Hart - Helston - 2.02
Old Temperance House - Helston - 2.03
Gallen-Treath Guest House - Helston - 3.18
The Five Pilchards Inn - Helston - 3.26
Cadgwith Cove Inn - Helston - 4.36
Riverside Cabin - Cadgwith - 4.56
Chyheira - Helston - 5.08
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this YHA Hostel?
The Kennack Sands West Beach is 3.2 miles from this YHA Hostel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions