Porth Kidney (Lelant) Beach

  • Porth Kidney (Lelant) Beach - Cornwall
    © Graham Horn and licensed for reuse under this Licence
  • Porth Kidney (Lelant) Beach - Cornwall
    © Lewis Clarke and licensed for reuse under this Licence
  • Porth Kidney (Lelant) Beach - Cornwall
    © Lewis Clarke and licensed for reuse under this Licence

  • Porth Kidney is a large, sandy beach at the mouth of the Hayle estuary. North-facing, with a river that makes for dangerous currents, the beach offers occasional good surfing.

    Two miles from St Ives, it is possible to walk around the headland to Carbis Bay at low tide. Accessed via the village of Lelant.

    Type of beach

    Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    Yes

    Dogs friendly beach?

    We do not have information on this beach but restrictions may apply (usually from Easter until the end of Summer)

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    Activities

    • Kayaking/canoeing
    • Good fishing
    • Swimming/bathing
    • Surfing

    Facilities

    • Picnic area

    Nudist/naturist beach

    Yes

    Nearest town

    St Ives

    Postcode

    TR26 3GN

    OS grid ref.

    SW 5407 3843

    Parking

    Pay and display

    Water quality

    Water quality star rating

    Awards

    Marine Conservation Society Recommended

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    Porth Kidney (Lelant) Beach Reviews

    Bill Crowther
    Sep 06th 2023

    Fantastic naturist beach plenty of space