Nanjizal Bay — Attraction in St. Levan

Nanjizal beach, Cornwall, England This cave is known as the 'Song of the Sea'.' It lies on the East side of Nanjizal beach and has this spectacular pool at low water. Nanjizal lies half way between Porthcurno (Minack theatre) and Land's End in Cornwall. It can be only be reached by minimum of 20 minute walk. Home to the Song of the Sea, a tall, narrow natural arch that winks at the golden sand, Nanjizal is thought by many to be the finest beach on the Penwith peninsula, in Cornwall's far west. It's truly secluded, though, and often deserted. This may be down to its distance from any road or car park. But it's well worth making the effort to walk to, if only to check out its famous slit-like arch and some remarkable natural stone sculptures, including the Diamond Horse – an equine-shaped formation through which sunlight shines with a jewel-like glint. Caves and anenome-studded rockpools emerge when the sea retreats, and there's even a freshwater waterfall, which is ideal for washing off all that post-swim salt. Our suggested walk is a straightforward stroll through fields and farmland, which takes in a short section of the Coastal Path before emerging onto the beach. THE WALK Advertisement Distance: 3.5km Duration: 1 hour Walk grade: Moderate Beach access: Easy Directions: Head down the B3315 from Penzance towards Land's End and stop in Trevescan. Park in one of the laybys on either side of the village, around 200 metres away. 1 From either layby, walk into Trevescan village. Just opposite the bus stop, you'll see a footpath sign that points down a driveway. Follow this past two cottages (don't worry – it's a public right of way). 2 Take the path that leads into the fields and through Trevilley Farm. After you've passed through some more fields, bushes start to close up around the path. Keep following it around to the right (don't take the left turn) and walk along the valley ridge. 3 At the point you first see the sea, take the path that leads downhill. 4 Go over a footbridge and down a set of wooden steps...

I'm not sure what the negative reviews are about as this "secret" beach was never intended for the public many years ago. Since its discovery, it's become more known. If you're not into cliffs, rocks, caves and coves, this place isn't for you. Its not a sandy tropical beach kind of place but its beautiful in its own natural right. Although it is quite rocky on 1 side there is plenty of sand on the other, especially when the tide is out, and you can walk into the caves too. It's best to go when the tide is out to get the best views and use of the beach, cave and coves. We parked at Land's End and walked for 20 minutes past the farm. The views on the walk are breathtaking. We stopped off a few times to take photos along the way. There was a short walk that was quite scary as it was along the edge of the cliff, so if you are scared about heights, this walk probably isn't for you and you may want to try walking over from the other side (Penzance). Along the cliff egde, you can see other caves in the distance along the cliff edge. It's pretty fascinating to see. When we finally got to Nanjizal cove and beach, there are a few big rocks you have to get over, which may be a struggle for very young children and elders but there were toddlers there and older people who managed to clamber onto the calmer part of the beach. i wore my swimsuit under my clothes as Ibwas adamant to have a cold wild water dip in the crystal clear cove section. It was stunning!! therr must have been no more than 4 or 5 small groups of people on the beach, so it wasn't over populated at all. We really enjoyed exploring the natural wonders of this part...

Just stunning. First be prepared for a walk/hike regardless which carpark you chose. We went from Lands End and even though the directions say 35 mins walk, manage your expectations. You need good GRIPPY footwear on. Some of the paths are right along cliff edges, steep going up/down, some are muddy and some are severely overgrown with stinging nettle patches in some areas so long trousers also recommended. Plenty of spots to sit, catch your breath and take in the sights and if you're taking photos the walk will inevitably take longer. Try to plan your visit so the tide is going out on your way there so you have more sand time. Yes there are boulders and rocks to navigate (can't believe people complain about this..it's a cliff cove beach guys what do you expect?) but when the tide is out there is plenty of space! Sand is very very course crushed shells, not the super fine soft stuff so perhaps bring beach shoes if you've got sensitive trotters. Wild ponies are incredibly friendly though advisable with any wild animal-let them approach you, they often linger right on the cliff edge so be sensible, saw plenty of people getting dangerously close to the edge which could have ended horribly if the ponies decided to act out. Otherwise a stunning and beautiful beach with plenty of...