South West England
Porthmeor Beach
Porthmeor Beach

From the A30 take the A3074 to St Ives.

St Ives Tourist Information Centre
The Guildhall
Street-an-Pol
St Ives
Tel: 01736 796 297
Fax: 01736 798 309
Contact via email

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Things to Do

Porthmeor Beach, St Ives, Cornwall

Accommodation nearby

Aspects Holidays
Quality self-catering accommodation in St. Ives and Carbis Bay.

Ayr Holiday Park
The only holiday park in St Ives

Orla Mo & Surfs Up
Spoil yourselves in fine luxury, views to thrill & memories to last a lifetime in magical St Ives.

Attractions nearby

Saint Michaels Mount
Rocky island crowned by medieval church and castle, home to a living community

Cornish Mines and Engines
A dramatic reminder of Cornwall’s mining history

Godrevy
High cliffs and sheltered coves with sandy beaches.


A crisp sandy beach with rock pools on both sides

This is a popular beach with families who are looking for a fun day out by the sea. It’s also one of the most popular surf beaches in the South West and benefits from good Atlantic swells.

Beach facilities include toilets (including disabled), refreshments and lifeguard cover during the summer months. The Tate Gallery is also nearby for anyone who wants a great excuse to get out of the sun.

What's on offer...

  • Surfing and / or Bodyboarding
  • Sandy
  • Rock Pools
  • Toilets
  • Disabled Access
  • Cafe / Shop
  • Dogs Allowed Oct - Mar
  • Canoeing
  • Slipways
  • Surfboard Hire
  • Disabled Visitor Facilities

Beach awards...


Contact Details
Porthmeor Beach
Penwith District Council
St Ives
Cornwall
Tel: 01736 362207
Email: ivtec@penwith.gov.uk