About the Area
Perched majestically above the stunning beaches, quaint coves, and shimmering waters of Whitsand Bay, Whitsand Bay Fort occupies one of Cornwall’s most breathtaking stretches of coastline.
Nestled in this scenic paradise, the Fort offers its lodge owners an enviable vantage point. So much so that you’d need to turn your head almost as far as an owl’s to fully take in the sweeping view, from Rame Head on the left to Portwrinkle and beyond on the right.
And the inland views are just as captivating, with the picturesque Tamar Valley, both Tamar bridges, and miles of rolling Cornish countryside all visible from this unique location.
While other places may offer pebbly shores, Whitsand Bay boasts four miles of soft, golden sands, interspersed with rock pools and caves, all set against an ever-changing seascape. From the gentle lapping of waves to the towering swells that attract serious surfers, the bay offers something for everyone.
The steep, winding paths down to the beach weave through wildflower meadows, buzzing with bees and butterflies, leading you into bucket-and-spade territory and secret coves straight out of an Enid Blyton story: perfect settings for countless adventures.
Far out in the bay, yet deep beneath the waves, lies the wreck of the Royal Navy warship HMS Scylla. Deliberately sunk to create an artificial reef, it now draws serious divers from around the globe, adding yet another layer of intrigue to this already remarkable location.
Four miles of golden sand, rock pools, secret coves and the cliff-top vantage of Whitsand Bay Fort.
From the golden sands and rock pools at the foot of the cliffs to a dive-friendly Royal Navy wreck a mile offshore, this is a coastline with more than its share of stories.
Golden sands stretching from Rame Head west to Portwrinkle, interspersed with rock pools and caves.
Royal Navy warship deliberately sunk offshore to create an artificial reef, popular with serious divers.
Sweeping panorama taking in the historic clifftop chapel ruins and the rugged Cornish coastline beyond.
Beaches that welcome dogs and families alike, revealing vast expanses of sand when the tide is out.
Looking to the left, you’ll spot the tiny historic ruins of the chapel on Rame Head, a peaceful scene that belies the fact that the bustling city of Plymouth, with its population of over 300,000, award-winning Theatre Royal, and the National Marine Aquarium, is just around the corner. Geographically close, yet worlds apart in atmosphere, Plymouth is mere miles away from the tranquility of Whitsand Bay.
To the right, the rugged coastline unfolds in a series of headlands that stretch away into the mist or haze, with nearby beaches bearing the romantic names of Tregonhawke, Tregantle, and Freathy.
The prime location of your lodge at Whitsand Bay Fort offers a perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. You can enjoy as much peace and quiet as you desire, while still being just a short drive from urban Plymouth via the Tamar Bridge at Saltash or the closer Torpoint Ferry.
The roads surrounding the bay are narrow country lanes, bordered by wildflowers, birds, and wildlife, as picturesque as any you’ll find in this idyllic part of the UK.
The Fort Inn restaurant and bar, the indoor heated pool, the gym and the cliff-top grounds: facilities at Whitsand Bay Fort.
Whitsand Bay sits on the Rame Peninsula in south east Cornwall, with Plymouth just across the Tamar via the Torpoint Ferry.
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