Steps to Porth Beach repaired with new safety handrails

Access to Porth Beach in Newquay has been improved following the replacement of deteriorating handrails on steps leading down to the sand.

Cormac has completed work to remove old, rusting railings and install new, sturdier handrails along the popular beach access route.

The Cornwall Council owned company says the improvements will help make the steps safer for residents and visitors using the beach throughout the year.

The steps at Porth prior to the work. Credit: Cormac

The work was carried out by Cormac's Environment Minor Works Team East, with support from its Beach Management, Capital Project Management and operational teams.

Cormac said: "While many of the improvements we make to Cornwall's beaches happen behind the scenes in the quieter months, they play a vital role in ensuring residents and visitors can continue to enjoy our coastline safely throughout the year."

The company said the project demonstrated how its different teams could work together to deliver improvements for the local community.