South West England
Porthgwidden Beach
Porthgwidden Beach

Falmouth Tourist Information Centre
11 Market Strand
Prince of Wales Pier
Falmouth
Tel: (01326) 312 300
Fax: (01326) 313 457
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Things to Do

Porthgwidden Beach, St Ives, Cornwall

Accommodation nearby

Roseland Holiday Cottages
Superb self catering cottages on the beautiful unspoilt Roseland Peninsula

The Rosevine
A special and intimate place for families, overlooking Gerrans Bay, a short stroll from the beach.

Royal Duchy Hotel
Overlooking Falmouth Bay and only a short walk to the beach

Attractions nearby

Trelissick Garden
Tranquil garden set on many levels with a superb collection of tender and exotic plants

National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Dive into the deep - we’re going Under the Sea celebrating man’s exploits under the water!

Pendennis Castle
With much for the family to discover, Pendennis is truly Cornwall’s greatest fortress.


A sandy, sheltered cove, popular with children.

Porthgwidden is a small, sandy beach which is popular for those families with small children. It is a delightful sun-trap with safe bathing and lifeguards on patrol during the summer season. The beach is convenient for the town and also has a good restaurant close by.

What's on offer...

  • Sandy
  • Toilets
  • Disabled Access
  • Cafe / Shop
  • Dogs Allowed Oct - Mar
  • Slipways
  • Disabled Visitor Facilities

Beach awards...


Contact Details
Porthgwidden Beach
St Ives
Cornwall