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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Facilities
- Cafe/restaurant
- Toilets
- Disabled facilities
- First aid point
- Lost child centre
- Shop
- Slipway
Nearest town
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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