Porthminster Beach (St Ives)

Porthminster is the easternmost and second-largest of St Ives’ four beaches. Sheltered and sandy, with generally calm waters and excellent views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy lighthouse.

A short walk from the town centre, Porthminster sits just below the St Ives railway terminus.

There is an award-winning seafood restaurant overlooking the beach.

Type of beach

Sandy

Lifeguard service

Yes

Dogs friendly beach?

Dogs are banned from Easter Day until 1st October.

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Activities

Swimming/bathing

Facilities

Cafe/restaurant
Toilets
Disabled facilities
First aid point
Lost child centre
Town centre nearby
Shop
Slipway
Promenade

Nearest town

St Ives

Postcode

TR26 2EB

OS grid ref.

SW 5214 4004

Parking

Approximately 200 car parking spaces are available for a fee.

Water quality

Awards

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