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Porthmeor Beach — United Kingdom
Surf coast

Porthmeor Beach

St Ives, Cornwall · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Notable⚑ Blue FlagEurope

St Ives' Atlantic-facing surf beach, painted for a century in the town's famous light, right under the Tate.

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Sea temperature
~16°C in the warm season
Water
Exceptionally clear Atlantic blue — the light that built an art colony
Sand
Pale gold grit-sand between granite headlands
Swimming
Lifeguarded through the season; waves most days
Surf
St Ives' surf beach — a reliable beach break with schools on the sand
Best time to visit
May-Sep
Setting
Directly below Tate St Ives, closed off by the chapel-topped Island headland
Beach type
Surf coast
Blue Flag
Yes
Region
Europe

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Porthmeor Beach: frequently asked questions

Where is Porthmeor Beach?

Porthmeor Beach is at St Ives, on the coast of United Kingdom.

What is the sea temperature at Porthmeor Beach?

In the warm season the sea at Porthmeor Beach reaches about 16°C. Exceptionally clear Atlantic blue — the light that built an art colony.

When is the best time to visit Porthmeor Beach?

The best time to visit Porthmeor Beach is May-Sep. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Porthmeor Beach have?

Porthmeor Beach has pale gold grit-sand between granite headlands.

Is Porthmeor Beach good for swimming?

Lifeguarded through the season; waves most days.

Can you surf at Porthmeor Beach?

St Ives' surf beach — a reliable beach break with schools on the sand.

Does Porthmeor Beach have Blue Flag status?

Yes — Porthmeor Beach holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.

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