Parson' Beach lies between Shag Rock and Toll Point on the south coast of Cornwall.
A rocky beach.
Swimming is possible on an incoming tide.
Do not swim during strong southerly or easterly winds.
Popular for snorkelling.
No lifeguard service and no safety equipment.
There are no facilities. The nearest toilets are at Mawnan Smith 1 mile (1.7 km) away, where you can also find a general shop and pub. Maenporth also has toilets and a cafe.
Parson's Beach is dog friendly with dogs allowed all year round.
Car park at Mawnan Church.
To access the beach follow the public footpath from the car park. When you reach a junction take the left path and cross two fields before joining the coast path in woodland. When you reach the coast path follow it to the left and the path descends to the beach.
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