Bessys Cove Beach Info | Cornwall Coast

Bessys Cove is part of the Prussia Cove group of Coves, Bessys Cove is a picturesque cove which is mainly rocky but has small patches of white sand. It is popular with families and is also used for snorkelling.

Dogs are allowed all year at Bessy’s Cove

While visiting, also take a walk along the coast path to another dog-friendly beach at Piskies Cove and Cudden Point for great views.

It is famous as the home of the Carters, a family of smugglers in the 18th century, one of whom was known as the King of Prussia – hence the name for the group of coves.

A small car park but no other facilities.

If you want more information on the area visit our local Penzance Destination page or our regional Cornwall Destination page.

Getting to Bessys Cove Beach

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Bessys Cove Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

Today

Expect a temp in the range 11.3℃ to 11.6℃ with wind speed 13.9 m/sec (S)

Wednesday, May 01

Expect a temp in the range 9.3℃ to 9.7℃ with wind speed 7.8 m/sec (S)

Thursday, May 02

Expect a temp in the range 9.6℃ to 10.1℃ with wind speed 4.7 m/sec (NW)

Friday, May 03
cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 9.5℃ to 9.9℃ with wind speed 2.6 m/sec (WSW)

Saturday, May 04
cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 7.6℃ to 9.3℃ with wind speed 2 m/sec (SSE)

Sunday, May 05

Expect a temp in the range 9.3℃ to 10℃ with wind speed 5.1 m/sec (W)

Monday, May 06

Expect a temp in the range 9.6℃ to 11.4℃ with wind speed 3.6 m/sec (W)

Our Penzance weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

Bessys Cove Beach Tide Times

The closest tide times we have for Bessys Cove Beach is at Porthleven 7.45 km (4.63 miles) away. Tides are displayed beneath for 7 days and we list both high and low water times along with the height, helping you to plan the best time to visit Bessys Cove Beach. These times are not adjusted for BST.

Tue 30 Apr
   Low Tide at 02:59 (Height 1.55m)
   High Tide at 08:29 (Height 4.36m)
   Low Tide at 15:18 (Height 1.65m)
   High Tide at 21:12 (Height 4.54m)

Wed 01 May
   Low Tide at 04:02 (Height 1.72m)
   High Tide at 09:37 (Height 4.14m)
   Low Tide at 16:26 (Height 1.80m)
   High Tide at 22:29 (Height 4.46m)

Thu 02 May
   Low Tide at 05:19 (Height 1.78m)
   High Tide at 11:03 (Height 4.08m)
   Low Tide at 17:49 (Height 1.80m)
   High Tide at 23:53 (Height 4.57m)

Fri 03 May
   Low Tide at 06:38 (Height 1.65m)
   High Tide at 12:30 (Height 4.25m)
   Low Tide at 19:07 (Height 1.61m)

Sat 04 May
   High Tide at 01:06 (Height 4.86m)
   Low Tide at 07:48 (Height 1.38m)
   High Tide at 13:40 (Height 4.57m)
   Low Tide at 20:13 (Height 1.31m)

Sun 05 May
   High Tide at 02:05 (Height 5.20m)
   Low Tide at 08:48 (Height 1.06m)
   High Tide at 14:36 (Height 4.93m)
   Low Tide at 21:10 (Height 0.97m)

Mon 06 May
   High Tide at 02:57 (Height 5.49m)
   Low Tide at 09:41 (Height 0.78m)
   High Tide at 15:25 (Height 5.22m)
   Low Tide at 22:01 (Height 0.69m)

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Bessys Cove Beach

Getting to Bessys Cove Beach

Bessys Cove Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

Bessys Cove Beach Tide Times

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