Porthmeor Beach

Cornwall, England

The largest of St Ives' five beaches, Porthmeor runs parallel to Harbour Beach, is sandy and is flanked by rugged headlands. The beach is both a Blue Flag winner and Marine Conservation Society Rec...

Porthmeor Beach has a Moderate difficulty level and is Family Friendly.
Cornwall, England
Latitude: 50.21542, Longitude: -5.4829

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Activities

Walking
Swimming
Boating
Canoeing
Kayaking
Paddle Boarding
Kitesurfing
Sailing
Snorkelling
Surfing
Windsurfing

About Porthmeor Beach

The largest of St Ives' five beaches, Porthmeor runs parallel to Harbour Beach, is sandy and is flanked by rugged headlands. The beach is both a Blue Flag winner and Marine Conservation Society Recommended, providing excellent conditions for swimming for adults and children alike. Seals and dolphins can be seen off the coast, and the Atlantic swells off the north-facing beach are much favoured by surfers and body boarders of all levels of experience. Lessons are also available locally. It is just a short step to the town centre and is overlooked by the iconic Tate St Ives gallery.