Beach
Porthmeor Beach
St Ives, United Kingdom
A wide sandy surf beach in St Ives beneath the Tate gallery.
Island · United Kingdom · England
St Michael's Mount
A tidal island with a medieval castle, reached by a causeway at low tide.
Paid entry about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why St Michael's Mount matters
St Michael's Mount is a small tidal island topped by a medieval castle. At low tide you can walk across a stone causeway, and at high tide small boats run. Check the tide times before you go.
Talking points
- A causeway appears at low tide.
- A castle stands on top.
- Boats run when the tide is in.
Free to read aloud or adapt in your video. Check facts that matter to you against an official source before you publish.
Good to know: Check tide times.
More in St Ives
Art gallery
Tate St Ives
St Ives, United Kingdom
A modern art gallery above Porthmeor Beach, showcasing the town's artists.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.