Butter Porth

Bay in Cornwall

England

Butter Porth

Lower Town Quay The smaller of the two quays on St Martin’s. The larger quay at Higher Town is the one used for freight deliveries, but is inaccessible at a low tide.

The island behind is the uninhabited Tean (pronounced tea-an). — Lower Town Quay Credit: David Lally

Butter Porth is a picturesque bay located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the rugged North coast, it offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The bay is known for its golden sandy beach, which stretches for approximately one mile. The beach is surrounded by towering cliffs, providing a dramatic backdrop to the serene waters. During low tide, Butter Porth reveals a series of rock pools, perfect for exploring and discovering marine life.

The bay is also a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for surfing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. The rolling waves and consistent swell make it an ideal location for experienced surfers, while beginners can take advantage of the surf schools located nearby.

Butter Porth is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and dolphins. Birdwatchers can often spot species such as gulls, cormorants, and oystercatchers along the cliffs and shoreline.

In terms of amenities, there is a car park located near the beach, as well as a seasonal café and restroom facilities. The bay can be accessed via a short walk from the parking area, and there are also coastal paths that lead to other nearby beaches and attractions.

Overall, Butter Porth offers a beautiful, unspoiled natural environment, perfect for those seeking a tranquil beach experience or outdoor adventure.

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Butter Porth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.974429/-6.2942955 or Grid Reference SV9217. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lower Town Quay

The smaller of the two quays on St Martin’s. The larger quay at Higher Town is the one used for freight deliveries, but is inaccessible at a low tide. The island behind is the uninhabited Tean (pronounced tea-an).

David Lally

Great Bay panorama

On of the most beautiful spots on the islands.

David Lally

St Martins

The beautiful St Martin's Bay

Richard Knights

Lower Town, St. Martin's

Looking SW, Tresco in distance

Darren Smith

Middle Town - St Martin's, Scilly

The westerly view from Middle Town. Tresco on the horizon.

Richard Knights

St Martin's - Scillies

The high street of Middle Town, St Martin's.

Richard Knights

Sunset on St Martins looking westward

Rosemarie Longfield

Looking out from gardens of Seven Stones pub

View looking south from the pub

Nick Andrews

St Martin's coastal path, looking towards Great Bay

Mike Walpole

St Martin's bay from Scilly point

This is a beautiful beach of white sand.

Richard Knights

The tidal causeway to White Island, Scilly

White Island is a part of St Martin's. This is the only land based way onto the island.

Richard Knights

Lower Town quay, St Martin's - Scilly

A small quay - but very well used for loading and unloading all the things that are essential for island life.

Richard Knights

Scilly flower fields

An example of the hedged in small fields that Scilly uses to grow its well known fragrant flowers. Photo taken near the church of Higher Town.

Richard Knights

Round Island from St Helens, Isles of Scilly

St Helen's is an uninhabited Island. I had landed, with others, from a vessel taking visitors around uninhabited islands on the northern edge of the Scillies archipelago. I had been on St Helen's in (was it) 1999 for the eclipse - which we actually did see despite a certain amount of cloud.

John Davey

Seven Stones, St Martins, Scilly

For many years requests for real beer were met with "it doesn't travel across water". Now the seas have changed their character around Scilly, proper beer is now plentiful at the Seven Stones. Views are pretty good too.

al partington