10 The Manor, Porthkidney Sands
Lelant
Laity Vean Farmhouse and Hideaway
Carbis Bay
6 The Manor, Porthkidney Sands
Lelant
Lelant
7 The Manor, Porthkidney Sands
Lelant
Carbis Bay
The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden is one of our favourite Carbis Bay attractions. Once the home and studio of the legendary sculptor, the site was turned into a museum dedicated to her life and work after her death. Thereās a peaceful feel to the gardens, still dotted with sculptures left by Hepworth, and the house attracts art enthusiasts from all over the world.
If youāre determined to get out on the South West Coast Path and stretch your legs during your Carbis Bay holiday, why not walk the 1.2 miles to neighbouring St Ives? This section of the coast path runs above the railway line, and itās an easy walk with no steep climbs to worry about. Keep your eyes peeled for relics from the past along the way. Youāll pass a fishermanās hut, a medieval chapel, and you might even spot the odd shipwreck.
However you make your way to St Ives during your stay, make sure you pay a visit to the Tate St Ives. Perched right on the sands of Porthmeor Beach, Cornwallās own Tate hosts contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year.
How does a privately-owned, Blue Flag beach on your doorstep sound? Carbis Bay beach manages to capture everything we love about the British seaside with all the glamour of the Med. This gleaming white sandy beach stands out for miles, and even on the warmest summer day thereās plenty of room for everyone. Thereās zero surf at Carbis Bay Beach, which is great news if youāre holidaying with small children. Theyāll be safe to enjoy a paddle in the crystal waters, and what a setting for your first family break.
Holidays in Carbis Bay are all about enjoying serious beach time, and there are plenty to choose from during your stay. Just along the coast at St Ives youāll find Porthmeor Beach, another Blue Flag holder with everything going for it. This oneās popular with surfers, and it operates a seasonal dog ban.
For a beach with a picture postcard view, check out Porthminster Beach. This perfect arc of golden sands showcases spectacular views of Godrevy Lighthouse, and itās the perfect spot for those all-important family selfies! If you prefer a sleepy cove for your beachy day, Porthgwidden Beach is a popular spot for families, and itās the areaās smallest.
Now, holidays in Carbis Bay tend to revolve around the areaās many restaurants ā and thereās no judgement from us! With so much to see and do and all those delicious menus waiting to tempt you, weād be the same. For a modest village, Carbis Bayās home to a diverse foodie scene, so thereās plenty of choice to keep the whole family happy.
Read our guide to Carbis Bay Holidays here
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