Porthtowan is a small village on the picturesque north Cornish coast and has a wonderful atmosphere.

The blue flag beach is spacious and safe, with large expanses of sand and numerous rock pools at low tide. Porthtowan is famous for its surfing and there are surf-hire shops and tuition in the village. There is even a salt water pool that children, and adults alike, love to explore.

In the village you will find all you need with a local post office, local store and deli, in addition to various beach shops and an ice-cream parlour/juice bar.

There are two bars/restaurants - one of these being the famous Blue Bar - which serve good food all day. There is a good children's play area and you'll find throughout Porthtowan that children and families are very welcome.

For those who love walking, the area is surrounded by National Trust land. The South West Coastal Footpath passes through the area and it is possible to walk at low tide from Porthtowan to Chapel Porth along the beach, returning through the cliff tops.

If you want to explore further a field, then Porthtowan is central to many other resorts and attractions in Cornwall including The Eden Project, St Ives and Padstow.