Top Things to do in Carbis Bay
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Discover the best top things to do in Carbis Bay, United Kingdom (UK) including Porthkidney Sands, Kidz R Us, Hayle Towans Beach, Coast 2 Coast Karting, Godrevy, Ocean High, West Cornwall Golf Club, Carbis Bay Beach, Porthminster Beach, Godrevy Head.
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1. Porthkidney Sands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By Sandygranny - Sandy, United Kingdom
We only recently ‘discovered’ this lovely unspoilt beach after parking by St Uny’s Church at Lelant and walking down the coastal path (cutting through West Cornwall Golf Club), over a railway bridge and through the sand dunes. The walk took us about twenty minutes.
Porthkidney Beach is a quiet and sheltered beach with spectacular views over St Ives Bay. You can access Carbis Bay Beach at low tide by walking around Hawk’s Point. The South West Coastal Path connects both Beaches if the tide is too high. However, the river is unsuitable for swimming and the currents at this end of the beach can be very dangerous.
Porthkidney Beach is dog friendly – dogs are allowed on the beach all year round but they must be kept on a lead while they are on the footpath from St Uny’s Church.
RNLI Lifeguards are on duty at Porthkidney Beach from early July to early September.
The only downside is that there are no amenities whatsoever on this beach so you will need to take your own food and drink with you, and use the toilet before you go!
2. Kidz R Us
Overall Ratings
5 based on 194 reviews
Kidz R Us is an extraordinary youth theatre group, working with around 100 young people a year, aged seven and up. A not-for-profit arts charity, we aim to encourage the participation of young people in the performing arts and behind-the-scenes crafts, both for their own personal development and the benefit of the wider community. Production standards are high and since being formed in 1994, we have produced over 70 shows and won numerous awards. Kidz R Us was a finalist in the Best Arts Project category of the 2010 National Lottery Awards and is a recipient of the prestigious Queen's Award for Voluntary Service. Our Artistic Director, Phil Barnett, was awarded a British Empire Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2012, and we are honoured to have Sir Tim Rice as our Patron.
Reviewed By abskey - Derby, United Kingdom
Well done to all the cast and crew, sister act was fab, a very professional performance. The theatre is very reasonably priced, £11 for adults and £3.50 for a glass of wine.
3. Hayle Towans Beach
Overall Ratings
5 based on 432 reviews
Reviewed By Fryertuk - Hayle, United Kingdom
What a beautiful beach, a must see anytime of the year. Ideal for family’s and there’s a dog friendly beach close by. Water great for swimming or a paddle with the kids A picnic is a must.
4. Coast 2 Coast Karting
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Outdoor Karting facilities for adults and children (restrictions apply) Arrive and drive, mini races,birthday experiences,driver training opportunities and full Grand Prix events available. Open year round with reduced opening during winter months. Please see our web site for opening hours. Free parking. Indoor cafe - hot,cold drinks,sweets,snack and ice creams available. Trackside Seating.
Reviewed By Maria C - London, United Kingdom
What a great place, this was my son's first go Karting experience and he had a wonderful time. Staff were brilliant and health and safety was definitely a priority a lot of staff who made sure that everyone understood the rules and also were dotted...MoreHello Maria - Thank you so much for a great review. Glad you had a great time and hope you'll visit us again.
5. Godrevy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Barry C - Helston, United Kingdom
This is one of my favourite places to spend an enjoyable couple of hours, with good parking available in the large National Trust car park. A short walk from the car park Northwards to the Cornish Coastal footpath, brings exciting views Eastwards over high cliffs and to a cove below, where seals can usually be seen lounging on the beach or swimming just off-shore. A short walk Westwards along the footpath provides a thrilling view of Godrevy Island, with its iconic lighthouse and views across the bay towards St. Ives, before stopping for an ice cream from the mobile van, and then reaching the excellent beach with its golden sand and rolling surf, with a cafe at the end, in which to enjoy light refreshments.
6. Ocean High
Overall Ratings
5 based on 75 reviews
Ocean High is West Cornwall's longest established kitesurf and paddleboard school offering lessons and coaching as well as paddleboard and kayak hire. Run by Lawrence Smith a Marine Biologist, we also run Eco SUP tours around the stunning St Michaels Mount and Mounts Bay. BKSA and BSUPA qualified professional instructors and all the very latest equipment make Ocean High the go-to provider for Kitesurfing and Paddleboarding in Cornwall.
Reviewed By Marie C
Great quality kayaks and paddleboard for hire. We paddled round for a few hours and the advice was really helpful. Would definitely recommend. Need to book in advance during summer holidays!
7. West Cornwall Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Simon H - Great Malvern, United Kingdom
Staying at Carbis Bay and wanting to play golf whilst on holiday meant it was a no brainer to give West Cornwall Golf Club a try
I wasn't disappointed !
From the reception at the well stocked Pro Shop to the food in the club it was a great experience from start to finish
The course iscquite up and down compared to what I'm used to with great views towards both St Ives and Godrivy Lighthouse
Greens were very good and the lay out of the course is challenging ensuring you can't simply get your driver out, you need to think your way round. My wife walked round the course for some of the holes, no complaints from the club and no charge.
Interestingly (and showing their up with the times) jeans are allied in the club house
Hoorah!
We ate both at lunchtime and after I played
The Curry and Fish Pie were excellent
The special brewed IPA was very moorish
All in all a great experience; give it a try yourself!
Top marks to West Cornwall Golf Club
8. Carbis Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 937 reviews
This picturesque bay, located in St Ives, offers outstanding views and a magnificent sandy beach offering many recreational activities such as swimming, boating, Surfing, rock climbing and tennis.
Reviewed By Lynne D
This is one of the most beautiful if not the most beautiful beach i have been to in the UK. On a hot summers day you could be anywhere in the world but even on a cold and wet day in February it is still stunning and worth a visit.
9. Porthminster Beach
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
A favorite place for a family outing, this lovely stretch of beach overlooks Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance.
Reviewed By Beetlebug41 - United Kingdom
All the pictures Speak for themselves...a great big wide beach... perfect any time of year. We love it in winter as it's lovely and empty...waves are always great on this beach and there's a few decent cafes on or around the beach to take refuge in! A must to go to if you've never been!
10. Godrevy Head
Overall Ratings
5 based on 317 reviews
Reviewed By Mark_and_Ann_Reilly - Guildford, United Kingdom
A truly beautiful and peaceful place, with stunning view of the sea. On a warm day I could happily sit here all day watching the tide go in and out. There is a sheltered cove that is home to dozens and dozens of seals; you can stand and watch them play. Awesome.
