Celebrities With Homes in Mawgan Porth

The list of celebrities rumoured to have holiday homes in Mawgan Porth reads like a roll call for a red carpet movie premiere.

Nicknamed Hollywood-by-the-Sea, Mawgan Porth has attracted a long list of celebrity admirers, including two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, actor James Norton, and reportedly Jason Momoa (Aquaman himself). Other famous names linked to this stunning Cornish village include Jamie Dornan, Imogen Stubbs, and Stanley Tucci, while past visitors have included Kate Winslet and Noel Gallagher.

Celebrity homes (and those owned by less-famous people with equally large pots of cash) have sprung up along the cliffs overlooking this insanely pretty beach in North Cornwall. This has pushed house prices up, stirred local resentment and attracted a lot of press speculation regarding the A-list identities behind these Mawgan Porth celebrity homes.

The Mawgan Porth Celebrity Transformation

What’s driving this surge in Mawgan Porth celebrity interest? The village offers the perfect combination of stunning scenery, excellent surfing conditions, and relative privacy. Located between Newquay and Padstow, close to Cornwall’s only airport, with spectacular sunsets that drop straight into the Atlantic, it’s no wonder that famous people who want to live in Cornwall are choosing this spot for their coastal retreats.

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Melbourne-born Cate Blanchett made headlines when she and playwright husband Andrew Upton bought a beachside cottage for around £1.6 million in 2020. True to celebrity form, they demolished the original property and spent three years creating a ‘discreet’ and ‘sustainable’ eco home. Meanwhile, Chris Martin of Coldplay has been spotted surfing the local waves, even borrowing boards from local surf instructor Pete Abell.

Mawgan Porth Celebrity Sightings

The Mawgan Porth celebrity scene isn’t just about property ownership. Actor James Norton was seen learning to surf during winter 2023-24 while filming the ITV drama Playing Nice. Local surf schools have become unexpected celebrity hangouts, with instructors teaching the famous how to catch Cornwall’s powerful Atlantic swells.

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However, not all rumoured Mawgan Porth celebrities have actually bought property here. Despite persistent speculation, locals confirm that Jason Statham, Stanley Tucci, and Brooklyn Beckham are not among their neighbours – though the rumour mill continues to churn.

Celebrity Property Boom Impact

The influx of celebrity money has dramatically transformed Mawgan Porth’s property market. Houses that were valued at £1.1 million have doubled to £2.2 million within six months. Traditional seaside cottages are being demolished and replaced with multi-million-pound architectural statements that dominate the clifftop skyline.

This Mawgan Porth celebrity property boom comes with controversy. While the famous residents bring investment and attention to the area, locals express concern about being priced out of their own community. Many of these luxury homes remain empty for much of the year, leading to tensions about housing availability for year-round residents.

Cornwall’s Wider Celebrity Appeal

Mawgan Porth celebrities are part of a broader trend of famous people choosing Cornwall as their retreat destination. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, a regular visitor to Mawgan Porth, owns a substantial property in nearby Rock. Comedian Dawn French has long called Fowey home, while other stars have been drawn to Cornwall’s rugged coastline and laid-back lifestyle.

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The appeal is obvious: world-class surfing, dramatic coastal walks, excellent restaurants, and communities that value privacy. For celebrities seeking escape from London’s intensity, Cornwall offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and British charm.

The Future of Hollywood-by-the-Sea

As more Mawgan Porth celebrity homes appear along the clifftops, the village faces questions about balancing its newfound fame with its traditional character.

Despite the transformation, Mawgan Porth retains its essential appeal. The powerful Atlantic surf breaks remain unchanged, the community spirit endures, and the spectacular sunsets continue to draw visitors – famous and otherwise – to this special corner of Cornwall.

Whether you’re a celebrity seeking the ultimate coastal retreat or simply someone who appreciates beautiful beaches, Mawgan Porth’s combination of natural drama and modern luxury continues to captivate. Just don’t expect to buy property here on a normal person’s budget.

Want to learn more? Read our local’s report on what it’s like to live in Mawgan Porth – Cornwall’s Holywood by the Sea. And stand by for our recommendations on things to see and do in Mawgan Porth.

All photos copyright of Elliot Walker