Porthgwidden Beach
Porthgwidden Beach is a small, sheltered cove in St Ives, set between the Island headland and the working harbour. Its protected position keeps the water calm even when the Atlantic swell reaches the more exposed Porthmeor on the other side of the headland. Since it’s a protected location, families especially like this beach since it offers a fun and safe space for kids to play in the shallow seas and mild waves. Sandcastle construction, beachcombing, and sunbathing are all excellent activities at the beach.
Excellent facilities at Porthgwidden Beach guarantee an easy and comfortable stay. The café and restaurant directly above the beach provide meals and drinks with unobstructed views across the bay. There are small parking lots and public facilities close by, and the town of St Ives has more services within a short stroll. Rentable beach huts enhance the allure and practicality of the beach for those wishing to spend an entire day there.
Other well-known St Ives attractions, such as the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden and the well-known Tate St Ives art gallery, are easily accessible by foot from Porthgwidden Beach. There are further options for exploration and enjoyment at the neighboring beaches of Porthmeor and Porthminster.
