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Porth Kidney Beach is a beautiful 1.5km sandy beach backed by an expanse of sand dunes, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful beach experience. The beach is situated on the north coast of Cornwall and is also known as Carbis Bay Porth Kidney Sands. It stretches approximately 1.3 kilometres wide and is nestled near the mouth of the Hayle estuary.
The beach can be accessed from the village of Lelant or via the Coastal Path. It is located two miles from St Ives, and at low tide, it is possible to walk around the headland to Carbis Bay.
Porth Kidney Beach is a north-facing beach with a river that can create strong and dangerous currents. However, this also makes it a suitable spot for surfing on occasion. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and leisurely strolls along the beach. The beach is dog-friendly all year round, although dogs must be kept on a lead in certain areas.
While Porth Kidney Beach is a stunning location, it does suffer from occasional litter and fishing debris. Visitors are advised to be mindful of this when planning their trip.
Porth Kidney Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 18mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 30% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Porth Kidney Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:40 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:57 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
There is a pay and display car park.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on the lead on the footpath leading from St Uny Church to Porthkidney Sands.
Beach cleaned regularly.
Daily - 9th July - 4th September
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile northwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
Location: Carbis Bay
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SW540385
Coordinates: 50°11'43"N 5°26'53"W
Mapcode: GBR DXX5.C82
What 3 Words: crowned.nutty.raves
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Cornwall
Parish: St. Ives
Nearest postcode: TR26 3GN
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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