Best beaches in Holywell

4 ranked beaches in Holywell, Cornwall

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Greenfield Beach

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A small, tranquil beach surrounded by lush green fields, ideal for sunset views and quiet walks.

7.0

Holywell Bay Beach

Huge dune-backed beach with Gull Rocks offshore and cinematic North Cornwall scenery.

7.0

Talacre Beach

A beautiful and scenic beach with sand dunes and an excellent spot for walks and relaxation.

7.0

Tan-y-Bwlch Beach

A secluded pebble beach nestled between cliffs, offering great views and a quiet atmosphere.

7.0

What makes Holywell's beaches stand out?

Holywell sits in Cornwall, United Kingdom and is home to 4 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Holywell or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.