The Towans. Hayle Beach
St Ives, Cornwall
The Towans, Hayle in St Ives Bay makes up part of a necklace of golden beaches which are bordered by the picturesque fishing town of St Ives to the west and fringed by the dunes of Hayle to the east.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
ToiletsCafes
Kiosks
Shops and pubs are near the beach
Nature and Wildlife
The beach is served by coastal footpaths. which lead to a number of interesting local features and locations. including the village of Zennor. Godrevy Point with its views across to Godrevy Island. Penwith - Kerrier Ramblers (Tel. 01736 752121) welcomes vParking
Parking facilities are near to the beach. Contact TICs for details.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
RNLICleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned regularly and litter bins are provided.Dogs
Dogs are banned from Easter - October.Awards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: St IvesCounty: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.2046, -5.41566
Postcode: TR27 5AP
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
The Towans can be reached from the B3302 which is just off the A30. The beach can be accessed through the St Ives to Porthmeor / Island car park. Steps or paths lead to the beach from adjacent car park or road.Public Transport
Nearest railway station Hayle. Lelant. Bus route 501 (summer only)Nearest Railway Stations
Hayle (About a mile away)Carbis Bay (Approx. 2 miles away)
Lelant Saltings (Approx. 2 miles away)
Lelant (Approx. 2 miles away)
St Erth (Approx. 3 miles away)