Porthminster Beach

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Porthminster Beach

Description

BLUE FLAG AWARD 2011

Large sheltered family beach with all facilities, located just below St Ives railway station. A sheltered north facing crescent of golden sands with views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy lighthouse. Safe bathing.

Porthminster Beach has a sand chair for hire, contact the Lifeguard Office on the beach, or call 01736 793940 or 798090 to book in advance, a charge of £10 may be required.

Professional lifeguards from May to September.

Refreshments - excellent beach cafe
Toilets
Disabled access
Seasonal dog ban from Easter to October
Surf rescue equipment
Parking - car park overlooking the beach, but gets very busy. Why not try parking at St Erth or Lelant Saltings and enjoy the scenic branch line that runs right into St Ives and a short stroll down to the beach.

Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Beach wheelchair available for daily hire
  • Deckchairs
  • Lifeguards (May - September)
  • Toilets

Accessibility

  • Disabled access to the beach

Parking & Transport

  • Car Parks
  • Close to Railway Station

Catering

  • Beach side refreshment kiosk
  • Cafes/Licensed Family Restaurants/Refreshments

Directions

Opening Times

Open All Year

Awards

  • Beach AwardsBlue Flag Award Blue Flag Award 2011
  • Beach Awards Blue Flag 2011

Contact Details

St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 2BN

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