Porthtowan

Porthtowan beach at low tide

Porthtowan is a small Cornish Village nestled between spectacular cliffs, on the fabulous north coast of Cornwall, situated midway between Newquay and St. Ives.

It has a safe sandy beach patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months, making it an ideal place for swimming and a popular surfing destination, surf-hire/lessons are available locally, and of course great fishing!

In the village there is a choice of bars offering a selection of good food etc., including the popular Blue-Bar over-looking the beach. A few small shops and a Post Office.

The Blue Bar in Porthowan

The Blue Bar in Porthowan

• Beachside Bar & Restaurant
• Open 10 till late 7 days a week.
• Brunch, lunch and dinner.
• Live bands and DJ’s at weekends. 
• Outside terraces with epic sunsets.
• The original beach bar-brasserie

Abandoned Tin Mine

Abandoned Tin Mine

Wheal Coates Tin Mine near Porthowan, probably 19th century. perched on the side of the cliff overlooking Chapel Porth beach. Within a pleasant  cliff walk from Porthtowan, or along the beach at low tide.