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Porthminster Beach

St Ives, England
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Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in St Ives
Type: Beaches
Description: A favorite place for a family outing, this lovely stretch of beach overlooks Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance.
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We ate there in May 2013 - and had been there on our last visit to St Ives in 2012. This time we had lunch and it was excellent. We were lucky enough to be there early and eat outside - you really need to book. The views and food were excellent / superb. Was a little disappointed with the... More

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avignon
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

One of the best beaches I have ever been to with views out to Godrevy lighthouse. The sand and water is like the Caribbean!

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Taunton
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

the beach was cleaned every day, food was class at the top restaurant and the staff was first class.

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Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Such a clean and stunning bay. The sand was almost white St Ives to the left and cliffs to the right. Do not miss this lovely bay if your in St Ives

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Abertillery, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Lovely, clean beach with a great beach bar to chill with a glass of sangria and watch the sun set. Perfect for families and just a stroll in to St Ives.

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Bath
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26 reviews 26 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

A lovely sweeping beach of golden sand with the promise of great food and a comfortable seat looking out to sea when you've walked along the shore to the beach cafe. What's not to like!

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

gorgeous sand great views and cafes, quaint town local walks down coastal path or easy acess via St Erth to St Ives mini train - dog free beach

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Penzance, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Stunning beach with decent cafe, excellent restaurant and a good takeaway. They even have lifeguards on during the season and a watersports team. On a sunny day when they tide is out, you can walk all the way around into the harbour for an ice cream. What more could you ask for? (Apart of course for better weather!)

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Sydney
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

No complaints the food here was terrific. The setting is very casual and beachy but don't let that deceive you the food is first rate as is the service. I had the pan fried whole sole and it was fresh and cooked to perfection. My wife had a special roasted Hake with prawns which was also marvelous. The wine menu... More

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Halesworth, United Kingdom
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

What a perfect location, right on the beach just out of the centre of St Ives. Lovely food, friendly and efficient service.

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