Enjoy a Blue Flag beach with direct access to golden sands, family-friendly facilities, and multiple dining options all in one coastal destination.

Carbis Bay Beach is a stunning Blue Flag beach located in St Ives, Cornwall, offering families a complete seaside experience. The pristine sandy beach provides an ideal setting for swimming, paddling, and building sandcastles, while the calm waters make it suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities. Beyond the beach itself, Carbis Bay Estate encompasses extensive grounds with multiple restaurants and cafes catering to families, from casual beachside dining at Walter's on The Beach to the more formal offerings at The Beach Club and The Orangery Restaurant. The venue is exceptionally family-oriented, featuring a dedicated Kids' Club and being specifically highlighted as a family destination. The estate is dog-friendly and pushchair-friendly, making it accessible for families with young children and pets. With free beach access, ample food and beverage options, outdoor activities, and comprehensive family amenities, Carbis Bay Beach serves as both a natural attraction and a full-service family destination. The combination of natural beauty, quality dining, and family-focused facilities makes it an excellent choice for a complete day out or extended stay in Cornwall.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Catherine Curtis

3 weeks ago

Beautiful beach, busy but plenty of space to sit and enjoy. Great place for swimming, toilet blocks and cafe area directly on the beach.

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Darren Pickering

a month ago

Beautiful Beach and sea with good amenities and family friendly with lifeguards doing activities for kids.

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Adelle Mckenzie

2 months ago

Beautiful beach and town the water is so clear it was one of my favourite places to go whilst we are on holiday here.

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Ariv Gupta

5 months ago

It's a good bay for tanning and relaxing by the beach.only problem is that there are no food stalls where you can get some food which isn't fine dining.but there is an ice cream shop and toilets so that's 👍👍👍

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Bruce Rowland

8 months ago

Lovely sandy beach, great for dog walking. Nice deli, cocktail bar and restaurant on the front. Very quiet at this time of year.

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026