St Austell Holiday Guide for 2025
One of the biggest towns in Cornwall and a great location to visit the South Coast, St Austell was once a huge player in the China Clay industry and you can see all around the town there are piles of slag, sometimes referred to as the Cornish Alps. St Austell is the gateway to Charlestown and is close to Mevagissey. It also the home of the world famous Eden project which is situated just outside the town. There are plenty of shops in the town centre and some fantastic accommodation listings in the area.
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Beaches in St Austell

Porthluney Bay
Located close to the settlement of Gorran Haven on Cornwall's south coast, Porthluney Bay is a hidden gem that provides...
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Hemmick Beach
Hemmick Beach, a hidden gem noted for its pristine natural beauty and serene ambiance, is situated close to the settlement...
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Charlestown Beach
Charlestown Beach, a quaint and scenic location noted for its distinctive fusion of natural beauty and nautical heritage, is situated...
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Gorran Haven Beach
Situated in the little community of Gorran Haven on Cornwall's south coast, Gorran Haven Beach is a quaint and serene...
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Pentewan Beach
Pentewan Beach, located on the south coast of Cornwall near the village of Pentewan, is a stunning destination known for...
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Carlyon Bay
Situated close to the town of St Austell on Cornwall's south coast is a picturesque beach location called Carlyon Bay....
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Porthpean Beach
The charming sandy beach of Porthpean is situated close to St Austell on Cornwall, England's south coast. It is well-known...
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