St Ives Bay Sands
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SW5639 : The reception buildings for Sandy Acres campsite
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St Ives to Carbis Bay Coastal Path
This coastal path meanders along the stunning shoreline, offering breathtaking sea views and the occasional seagull stealing your chips.
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SW5639 : The reception buildings for Sandy Acres campsite
David Medcalf
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SW5739 : The entrance to Phillack Towans campsite
David Medcalf
Hill facts and local notes
Classifications
Elevation
70m
230 ft
Prominence
38m
Coordinates
50.2003, -5.4074
SW569389
OS Map
203
Explorer: 102
At the Summit
While St Ives Bay Sands lacks traditional summit features, its vast sandy beach offers stunning views and beach amenities.
Terrain & Geology
The sandy expanses of St Ives Bay are primarily formed from quartz sand, shaped by continual erosion and deposition from the Atlantic Ocean, with some fascinating local sedimentary features.
Views & Scenery
Panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, the beautiful coastline around St Ives, and on a clear day, the distant silhouette of Godrevy Lighthouse.
History & Heritage
Name Origin
St Ives is derived from the Cornish name 'Porth Ia', named after a saint who founded a chapel in the area.
Historical Significance
Historically, St Ives was a fishing port, and now it has become a haven for artists and holidaymakers alike.
Getting There & Facilities
Parking
There are various car parks around St Ives, including the St Ives Union Camp Site car park with reasonable fees.
Public Transport
St Ives is easily accessible by train from Penzance, with regular services that offer stunning coastal views along the way.
Nearby Facilities
Multiple cafes, restaurants, and public toilets are available on the beachfront, plus lovely local shops selling Cornish pasties and ice cream.
Safety Information
Known Hazards
- Tide changes can pose a risk if venturing too close to the shore; brisk winds can also create challenging conditions for the less steady on their feet.
General Safety Tips
- Check weather conditions before setting out
- Carry appropriate clothing and equipment
- Let someone know your planned route
- Take a map, compass, and GPS device
- Carry emergency supplies: food, water, first aid kit, torch
Hills
Some common questions about the hills answered
Are there group walks up St Ives Bay Sands?
Many walkers use Walkmates to join or organise walks with others. You can check for group walks around St Ives Bay Sands through the maps
Are there other walkers around St Ives Bay Sands?
Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for St Ives Bay Sands search or of course create your own walk for St Ives Bay Sands
Can I organise a walk to St Ives Bay Sands?
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
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How do I find a walk up this hill?
There are often multiple ways to walk this hill, depending on experience and route preference. Walkmates helps you explore walks and routes that others have shared.
Can I suggest a new route up St Ives Bay Sands?
Yes. You can suggest or create routes to share with others. Walkmates focuses on the social side of walking, so routes are used to help people organise walks and explore areas together, rather than as detailed navigation tools or route libraries.
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