Tucked away amidst the dramatic cliffs of Treryn Dinas in Cornwall, Pedn Vounder is celebrated as one of the world's top beaches. With its crystal-clear waters, immaculate sands, and quintessential Cornish charm, you could be forgiven for thinking you've landed in Hawaii. In 2023, Big 7 Travel unveiled their list of the world's best beaches , with Pedn Vounder securing a remarkable eighth place, outshining numerous international rivals.
The rankings, compiled by Big 7 Travel, were carefully chosen based on previous media accolades, verified Blue Flag locations, and the informed input from their editorial team. The coveted top spot was taken by the stunning Playa Conchal in Costa Rica , while Turquoise Bay in Exmouth, Australia, and Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos took second and third places respectively, reports the Express . Pedn Vounder narrowly beat iconic beaches such as Boulders Beach in South Africa, which came ninth, and Reynisfjara Beach in Vik i Myrdal, Iceland, which secured tenth place, thereby firmly establishing itself among the world's premier coastal spots.
So what makes this Cornish treasure stand out? Cornwall, with its enviable coastline, attracts countless holidaymakers from across Britain and beyond to enjoy its golden shores each year. Its name 'Pedn Vounder', translates from the Cornish 'pedn', meaning head or end, and 'vounder', meaning laneaptly named 'end of lane'. Adding to the cove's allure, the east headland boasts the iconic Logan Rock, an 80-tonne.