Living not that far away from Byron Bay (Australia) and having travelled throughout the UK every other year for the last 15 years, I never thought I'd see a beach like this in the UK. We visited on a cloudy and miserably cold day in late April 2013 but even then the water was a beautiful colour that I expect... More

Some of the best beaches in the UK, views are stunning. Walking to the top of the 'The Island' which adds a new dimension to the views. This is must!

Great beach, it ticks every box, you can surf,body board, swim, sunbathe or even go rock pooling. I love Porthmeor !!

All the beaches in St. Ives are beautiful and this one is no exception! A lovely place to relax or pick up shells and dip your toes in the water!

Overlooking this lovely beach, opposite the Tate Gallery St Ives is a smashing cafe with both indoor & outdoor seating, great friendly staff, what a place to simply relax.

Beach was beautiful, we had lunch at the restaurant/cafe on the beach. Great view, good food. Been there a few times now and never disappointed...

St Ives tends to have its own micro climate. Extremely cold and windy in winter but from April until September/October it is usually warm and sunny here, even if cloudy and wet just across the bay. Porthmeor is often 'fresher' than Porthminster but not quite so crowded. Close to town but with an 'out of town' feel. Ideal for families... More

A fabulous beach with great amenities for the family including the famous cafe......the waves get exciting here!!

Regardless of the weather this beach is stunning. Car park is a little walk away and I would certainly head in early in the summer to claim a spot. We came on a cold March day and just enjoyed walking and taking in the sights. Lovely soft clean sand and crashing surf, a perfect English beach.