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Why it's Wildland
7.1A sheltered sweep of sand beneath cliffs, with the South West Coast Path climbing away along the coast and a rock-cut tidal pool known locally as Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool.
Trevone earns its place for the way a small beach opens into a more varied coastal outing: cliffs, a locally named tidal pool and paths leading towards the Camel Estuary. The bay is a good destination in its own right, but its strongest day out comes from exploring the coast on foot.
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The experience
Keep the visit simple: enjoy the beach, look for the tidal pool when conditions and tide allow, then take a coastal walk if you have more time. The sea is exposed to changing conditions, so check tides and local safety advice before swimming.
Things to do
Explore the sandy bay
Spend time on the beach beneath the surrounding cliffs. The supplied guide describes a gently shelving sandy shore; check conditions before entering the sea.
Allow 1–2 hours
Look for Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool
Seek out the semi-man-made tidal pool cut into rocks on the beach. Its visibility and suitability depend on the tide and conditions.
Walk a section of the South West Coast Path
The supplied guide says the path branches from either side of the bay. Choose a section to suit your time and ability, and check route conditions before setting out.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1–2 hours
Quick escape: beach and tidal pool
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Make your way to the beach and take in the curve of the bay beneath the cliffs.
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At a suitable tide, look for Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool, the rock-cut tidal pool described in the supplied guide.
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If considering a swim, check the tide, sea conditions and current local safety guidance first.
Half day · Half day
Make a half day of it: Trevone and the coast path
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Start with time on Trevone Bay and look for the locally named tidal pool.
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Pick up the South West Coast Path from the bay and walk a manageable section, turning back when you are ready.
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Use the supplied guide’s reported café or farm shop as a possible refreshment stop; check that they are open.
Folklore & legend
The name “Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool” is reported locally for the rock-cut tidal pool. The supplied source does not explain the name’s origin, so no further story is asserted.
Hidden details
The locally named bathing pool — Look among the beach rocks for the tidal pool known as Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool. Check the tide and footing before approaching.
Views from the cliff tops — The supplied guide describes views towards Harlyn Bay, Hawker’s Cove and the Camel Estuary from the cliffs around the bay.
When to go
May · June · July · August · September · Check tide times and sea conditions before visiting; quieter times of day are not established by the supplied evidence.
The supplied guide reports seasonal lifeguards from mid-May to the end of September and describes swimming and surfing during summer and shoulder seasons. Confirm current arrangements locally.
Coastal weather and sea conditions can change. Check the forecast, tide times and current local safety guidance before setting out or entering the water.
Worth pairing with
Padstow and the Padstow–Trevone coastal walk
The supplied AllTrails route describes a circular walk linking Padstow and Trevone, with coastal views, Stepper Point and a return across farm fields. Its published route details are included below; check the current route and conditions before setting out.
Hawker’s Cove and Stepper Point
The supplied route description passes Hawker’s Cove and Stepper Point, offering a sourced coastal extension for visitors making a longer walk of the area.
What to look for
Look for the rock-cut tidal pool known locally as Tinker Bunny’s Bathing Pool. From the cliffs, the supplied guide describes views towards Harlyn Bay on one side and Hawker’s Cove and the Camel Estuary on the other.
Best time to go
The supplied guide describes swimming and surfing as seasonal, with lifeguards reported from mid-May to the end of September. Check current conditions and local safety information before entering the water.
For a quieter beach visit, consider going early or later in the day; this is a practical suggestion, not a sourced guarantee. Check tides before setting out to see the rock pool.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · Swimmers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
A sandy bay near Padstow. A supplied guide reports two car parks above the beach; check current access and conditions before travelling.
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Parking
A supplied guide reports two car parks above the beach and a handful of additional spaces. Check availability and any charges before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
A supplied guide mentions a beach café and farm shop; check current opening and availability.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. It does not establish the accessibility of the beach itself or paths beyond the entrance; check before visiting.
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Cost
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Around Trevone Bay
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
