Bedruthan Steps
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps
Giant sea stacks that legend says a giant strode across the bay to reach, making them one of the most spectacular clifftop viewpoints on the north coast of Cornwall.
Bedruthan Steps lies at Carnewas, about 10 kilometres north of Newquay. A line of huge slate sea stacks stands along the bay. Legend says they are stepping stones used by the giant Bedruthan to cross the bay. The National Trust has a car park, a café and viewing paths on the clifftop. The South West Coast Path gives views over the whole line of sea stacks, and the sight is especially spectacular at sunset. The cliff steps down to the beach have been closed for a long time because of the risk of falling rocks. Check National Trust notices for updates. At high tide the beach is completely submerged, so do not approach the cliff edge.
Opening hours
Open all day (cafés during daytime)
Nearby sights
- Mawgan Porth
- Watergate Bay
- Trevose Head
- Lusty Glaze
- Newquay Zoo
- Huer's Hut
- Towan Beach & Newquay Harbour
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay