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Public Consultation – Proposed PSPO: Prohibiting Open Fires on Falmouth Beaches
The issues caused by open fires on Falmouth’s beaches have been raised many times at Falmouth Beach Management Group (FBMG) meetings over recent years. It has become apparent that the frequency of incidents is increasing, despite local efforts to discourage open fires.
In liaison with the Falmouth Beach Management Group and Falmouth Town Council, Cornwall Council is now seeking views on the introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to prohibit open fires on beaches in Falmouth.
Beaches are valued public spaces used for recreation and community activities. Open fires present a number of risks to public safety, the environment and the enjoyment of these spaces by others:
Large fires can still be smouldering the following day posing a risk of burns to beach users. Hot embers or buried hot ash may not be visible once a fire has been extinguished.
There have been instances of crates and fences being used to stoke the fires. This leaves nails and steel fastenings in the sand that pose a risk of injury to those using the beach, including barefoot beach users, children and animals.
There is also a risk of fires spreading, particularly in dry or windy conditions, which can threaten nearby dunes, vegetation and wildlife habitats.
Smoke can impact nearby residents, visitors and businesses, while fire damage can degrade sensitive coastal environments and require costly clean‑up and restoration.
Open fires scar the beach. They leave areas of blackened sand that are unsightly. This undermines the clean and welcoming image which Falmouth’s beaches are intended to portray.
Cleaning up the discarded fire remains and associated litter place additional pressure on council and volunteer resources responsible for maintaining these areas.
The proposed PSPO is intended to reduce these risks and issues and help ensure beaches remain safe, accessible and welcoming for all users.It seeks to balance the enjoyment of public spaces with the need to protect public safety, the environment and the rights of others.
The Council is keen to hear views, concerns and suggestions in relation to the proposed PSPO, including your feedback on potential positive or negative impacts. Your feedback will be taken into account before a decision is made on whether a PSPO should be put in place and if so, what that PSPO should look like.
To provide your feedback, please complete the survey below by 14 June 2026.
Public Consultation – Proposed PSPO: Prohibiting Open Fires on Falmouth Beaches
The issues caused by open fires on Falmouth’s beaches have been raised many times at Falmouth Beach Management Group (FBMG) meetings over recent years. It has become apparent that the frequency of incidents is increasing, despite local efforts to discourage open fires.
In liaison with the Falmouth Beach Management Group and Falmouth Town Council, Cornwall Council is now seeking views on the introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to prohibit open fires on beaches in Falmouth.
Beaches are valued public spaces used for recreation and community activities. Open fires present a number of risks to public safety, the environment and the enjoyment of these spaces by others:
Large fires can still be smouldering the following day posing a risk of burns to beach users. Hot embers or buried hot ash may not be visible once a fire has been extinguished.
There have been instances of crates and fences being used to stoke the fires. This leaves nails and steel fastenings in the sand that pose a risk of injury to those using the beach, including barefoot beach users, children and animals.
There is also a risk of fires spreading, particularly in dry or windy conditions, which can threaten nearby dunes, vegetation and wildlife habitats.
Smoke can impact nearby residents, visitors and businesses, while fire damage can degrade sensitive coastal environments and require costly clean‑up and restoration.
Open fires scar the beach. They leave areas of blackened sand that are unsightly. This undermines the clean and welcoming image which Falmouth’s beaches are intended to portray.
Cleaning up the discarded fire remains and associated litter place additional pressure on council and volunteer resources responsible for maintaining these areas.
The proposed PSPO is intended to reduce these risks and issues and help ensure beaches remain safe, accessible and welcoming for all users.It seeks to balance the enjoyment of public spaces with the need to protect public safety, the environment and the rights of others.
The Council is keen to hear views, concerns and suggestions in relation to the proposed PSPO, including your feedback on potential positive or negative impacts. Your feedback will be taken into account before a decision is made on whether a PSPO should be put in place and if so, what that PSPO should look like.
To provide your feedback, please complete the survey below by 14 June 2026.
Please complete our short survey to give your views on the proposed introduction of a Public Service Protection Order (PSPO) to prohibit open fires on beaches in Falmouth. This survey will close on 14 June 2026.
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