Nestled between Pendennis Point and Gyllyvase Beach, Castle Beach offers a fantastic stretch of coastline brimming with life. With extensive rock pools on either side, it’s one of the best spots in Falmouth for marine exploration. This site boasts exceptional biodiversity and holds special significance as one of the original Rock Pool Project locations — a place where science, community, and discovery come together along the Cornish shore.
The meeting point is on the beach, where our gazebo will be set up either in front of the café or to the right, depending on sand levels. A sail flag will also be placed at the entrance to the beach to help you locate us easily. Access is via a steep slope or stairs, depending on your chosen route.
There are two routes down to Castle Beach — a sloped path or a set of stairs. The beach itself is a mix of sand and rock pools, offering plenty to explore. Surfaces can be slippery, especially where seaweed covers the rocks, and at times the sand may be scoured away after storms, exposing more rocky areas. Sensible footwear is recommended.
Castle Beach, Falmouth, TR11 4NZ
///juices.others.combining
The main route into Falmouth is via the A39. Once you reach Falmouth, follow signs toward Cliff Road — the scenic coastal road that runs alongside all the main beaches. Continue along Cliff Road and you’ll find Castle Beach opposite the Falmouth Hotel. For the fastest and most accurate directions, use Google Maps.
Castle Beach is easily accessible on foot from both Falmouth and Penryn. The walking routes generally follow the same paths as the driving routes, with footpaths running alongside the A39 and all along Cliff Road. For the quickest and most convenient route from your location, we recommend using Google Maps.
The nearest train station is Falmouth Docks, at the end of the Truro–Falmouth line. From the station, it’s about a 6-minute walk to Castle Beach. When you reach the roundabout, follow the footpath through or around the Falmouth Hotel — it leads directly to the beach. For the quickest walking route, check Google Maps. The nearest bus stop is Killigrew Street, served by the U1, U2, U3, and U4 routes. From there, it’s roughly a 23-minute walk: follow the A39 towards Cliff Road, then continue along the coast to reach Castle Beach. For the most direct route, use Google Maps.
Please note there are no lifeguards on this beach. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between the 1st of July and 31st of August, between 10am-6pm.
We look forward to seeing you at one of our BioBlitz Battles soon!
