Porthmeor Beach

Bordered by St Ives’ dramatic headlands and located under the shadow of Tate St Ives, Porthmeor Beach is a popular destination for hours of beachside amusement.

Porthmeor Beach is a wonderful family day out in St Ives, with a recommendation from the Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide in 2015 for its excellent water quality.

Image credit: Chris DownerCC BY-SA 2.0; Ted RabbittsCC BY 2.0; John StratfordCC BY 2.0

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Location

Address: Porthmeor Beach
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 2BN

Useful Information

Dog Friendly

Blue Flag

Wheelchair Accessible

  • Large and safe beach known for its high-quality waters, popular with surfers and swimmers
  • Lifeguard cover from April-October only
  • Dogs welcome from 30th September-Sunday before Easter
Disclaimer

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Parking
  • Car parks in St Ives can be very busy in peak season, parking at St Erth station or Lelant Saltings advised

Weather & Tide

St Ives WEATHER

Local Tide Times

July 31st, 2026

Time Type Height
01:07 low 1.19m
06:58 high 6m
13:19 low 1.2m
19:17 high 6.32m

August 1st, 2026

Time Type Height
01:44 low 1.08m
07:34 high 6.08m
13:55 low 1.13m
19:52 high 6.35m

August 2nd, 2026

Time Type Height
02:20 low 1.04m
08:09 high 6.08m
14:32 low 1.14m
20:28 high 6.3m

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