Seaton Beach

This is a lovely beach in a beautiful part of Cornwall with a lovely walk to Downderry along the beach at low tide. I have been coming here for years in all seasons with my 2 dogs and they absolutely love it. There’s always space to park and there is play areas for the children (away from the beach) with a lovely walk through the coves countryside alongside the lake. I have seen the complaints of ‘dog pooh’ everywhere, well I can assure readers that as far as I have seen every dog owner has picked up the pooh responsibley and used the bins provided. I opine these ‘complaints’  are from the usual ‘dog haters’ looking to get our loyal canine family members banned from everywhere. It is not golden sands but still an excellent enjoyable beach experience that I have used with my family even without my dogs during hot weather.

If you’re after a beach with soft golden sands where you can enjoy a lazy walk on a hot summer’s day, this is not it.
If you’re after a beach where you can set up with the family for a quiet picnic on the sand and let time pass peacefully, this is not it.
If you’re after a beach where the kids can play safely in the sand or water as you relax in the sunshine, this is not it.
If you’re after a beach where there is ample parking and amenities for a day by the seaside, this is not it.
If you want a beach that is blighted by dogs and their owners, this is it.
Why bother coming here, when Downderry is just down the road (no parking there either though)

The beach was lovely, however trying to pay for parking was a nightmare. Doesn’t accept cash only the app or ring to pay. Tried to ring did everything they said but when they sent a text fir my car reg. It wouldn’t let me reply,  couldnt download the app as didn’t have internet access, a very kind lady let me use hers and she helped us poor pensioners get the app and pay for parking, it only took 1 hour out of our 2 hour visit. Then found when I got home the payment had been taken twice. Visitors beware.

It would be good if dogs could be banned. Dog poo disgusting. Shame.

Dogs everywhere im local got 2 children the younger 1 has been knocked over 4 times this here so far dog poo everywhere

A lovely beach with local pubs and good parking.
Lifeguards in situ over summer months.
Responsible dog owners who let their pooches enjoying the waves - I haven’t seen one owner ignore their dog’s doo-doo’s - because they are grateful of having a dog friendly beach all year long…plenty of poo bins provided.
The children love the river which provides a safe haven for paddling away from the sea.
A very friendly chilled atmosphere…a great example of a freindly, welcoming Cornish beach.

Absolute stunning beach !! My children love it here ... very popular always busy and easy to get too

Now I don’t have a problem with dogs on beaches - but don’t sell this as a child friendly offering. We watched on as some of the irresponsible owners just let there dog s*** and p*** everywhere.

The whole beach experience was like a scene out of mad max, just a dirty beach and don’t be fooled otherwise by the ratings. Go see and make your own mind up.