Chasing the sunset at Cornish Beach never gets old. And there is no shortage of coastlines to explore in the UK's most southern counties. St Ives and the End of Land is one of the most popular spots in the deepest Cornwall, but many quiet beaches offer undoubtedly the best views in the southwest. The list of Cornish Beaches with a low population is Gwychian Tow. It features the central part of the three-mile-long beach, located north of Hale and on the east side of St. Ives Bay.
Its immediate charm is a few miles of golden sand that stretches out in all directions, but the beach has other major attractions, such as a welcoming shelter from the winds near the cliffs, a fantastic surf and a fascinating rock pool. Conversely, there is Godlevy Island, a small rocky outcrop famous for its resident seals. But the real magic unfolds as the sun sets and the skyline changes to canvas in cool blue, burning orange and pink shades.
Gwithian's Headland is a lush greenery spread that invites visitors to explore the swelling terrain. This path provides a vantage point for viewing the sunset and provides panoramic views of the ocean and the horizon.
Long-term parking Gwithian Town is open from 8am to 10pm and has 257 spaces, making it extremely accessible for visitors.
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Godby Island is about 300 yards from the mainland of Gwychian and is home to a lighthouse dating back to 1859. It was built to warn a dangerous reef ship that claims many ships and claims Virginia Wolf's famous novel “To the Lighthouse.”
It is something that can be seen daily, and its silhouette is easily found against the golden glow of the sky at sunset. The island is visible seconds after wandering across the other side of GodRevy National Trust Car Park, with easy access to the beach and surrounding area.
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