Carlyon Bay Collection

Carlyon Bay, Crinnis Beach, Cornwall, c. 1934
View from the cliffs at Carlyon Bay, Crinnis Beach looking down on the Cornish Riviera Club c.1934. A couple are playing tennis on one of the many tennis courts

Crinnis Beach at Carlyon Bay, Cornwall, c. 1930
A GWR Publicity view of Crinnis Beach at Carlyon Bay, Cornwall around 1930, showing beach huts and tennis courts

Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft
Picture shows a Royal Marine LCAC(LR) hovercraft with Royal Marine Off Shore Landing Craft in the background during Carlyon Bay Wader Exercise in Cornwall

Carlyon Bay, Cornwall c. 1930s
A view of Carlyon Bay, Cornwall c.1930s. The Carlyon Bay Hotel is on the top of the cliffs overlooking the bay in the sunshine

Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft Landing on a Beach
Picture shows a Royal Marine LCAC(LR) hovercraft landing on a beach during the Carlyon Bay Wader Exercise in Cornwall. As part of a wader package

Carlyon Bay, Cornwall, c. 1928
A view of the beach at Carlyon Bay near St Austell in Cornwall, c.1928, showing a row of beach huts and a number of sports facilities behind

Cornwall PL25 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cornwall PL25 3

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Step back in time to the 1930s at Carlyon Bay, Cornwall, where Crinnis Beach beckons with its golden sands and crystal-clear waters. Imagine the scene: sunbathers lounging on towels, children building sandcastles, and the gentle lapping of waves against the shore. Fast forward to the present day, and the serene beachfront is transformed as a Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft gracefully lands, bringing modern-day marvels to this picturesque cove (Carlyon Bay, Cornwall c. 1930, Crinnis Beach at Carlyon Bay, Cornwall, c. 1934). Discover the rich history of this beautiful location, nestled in the heart of Cornwall, PL25 3, where the past and present converge (Carlyon Bay, Cornwall c. 1928)." "Join us as we explore the timeless beauty and Crinnis Beach, where history meets innovation. In the 1930s, visitors enjoyed the simple pleasures of sun, sea, and sand. Today, the Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft adds a touch of excitement, landing on the shore to bring travelers to this idyllic Cornish retreat (Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft Landing on a Beach, Royal Marine LCAC(LR) Hovercraft). Experience the best of both worlds – a piece of history and a modern-day adventure – at Carlyon Bay, Cornwall.