Situated north of Penzance, St Ives is bathed in an almost Mediterranean light, giving its wide sandy beaches extra appeal. Porthmeor Beach sits to the west; with Porthgwidden in the middle and Portminster to the east. And yet this seaside paradise doesn’t rely on its beaches to attract visitors – there’s something for everyone beyond the sands.
It’s no coincidence that the Tate St Ives art gallery sits on the seafront, the gleaming white building home to a display of the history of art influenced by St Ives. It offers fantastic views over the beautiful Porthmeor Beach, not least from its cafe on the top floor, with a rooftop terrace open during the warmer weather. Porthmeor is well known for surfing – fun to watch over a cup of tea and…
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Woman & Home (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2022