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Cliff Collapse Blocks Access to Beloved Cornish Beach
22 Aug
Summary
- Cliff fall closes stairs to Tolcarne Beach in Newquay, Cornwall
- Access to beach now only possible by road
- Coastguards, police, and emergency services respond to the incident
On the morning of August 21st, 2025, a section of cliff in Newquay, Cornwall, gave way, leading to the closure of the stairs providing access to Tolcarne Beach. Coastguards have now confirmed that the beach can only be reached by road, as the pavement directly above the beach has also been closed off.
The incident was reported to the authorities, and a team of emergency responders, including officers from Devon and Cornwall Police, coastguards from Padstow, Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service staff, RNLI lifeguards, and Cornwall Council workers, attended the scene to assess the situation and ensure public safety.
The collapse of the cliff has disrupted the usual access to the popular Tolcarne Beach, which is a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the cliff fall and are working to determine the best course of action to restore safe access to the beach in the near future.
