About St Ives Public Toilets
St Ives Town Council operates nine public toilet facilities across this famous Cornish seaside town. From the iconic West Pier to beautiful beach locations, our facilities serve millions of visitors and residents each year with clean, well-maintained amenities.
Why Pay 40p for a Pee?
'As a busy seaside town, we believe it's essential to keep St Ives' toilet facilities open, clean and a pleasure to use. But that costs money – around £300,000 a year.'
'Nearly £1 in every £5 paid by St Ives residents in Council Tax goes towards toilet maintenance. We think it's fair that the cost is shared with visitors who benefit from these facilities.'
'Every penny that we charge helps maintain and improve our toilets, and fund future plans for the town to benefit everyone who lives and visits here.'
QUOTED: from their official website: St Ives Town Council - Public Toilets
Toilet Locations
Quick Reference
Year-Round Facilities
- West Pier (next to Lifeboat Station)
- Dove Street (town centre, near library)
- Longstone Cemetery (Carbis Bay)
- Sloop Car Park (behind Sloop Inn)
Seasonal Facilities
- Smeaton's Pier (Lighthouse Pier)
- Porthminster (above Porthminster Beach)
- Porthgwidden (above Porthgwidden Beach)
- St Ives Brewery (privately managed)
- Porthmeor Car Park (privately managed)
Year-Round Facilities
Main Locations
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West Pier
Next to the Lifeboat Station - iconic harbour location -
Dove Street
Town centre location, near the library -
Longstone Cemetery
Carbis Bay area -
Sloop Car Park
Behind the Sloop Inn
Operating Details
Open: Dawn to dusk, all year*
Price: 40p entry
*Except Christmas Day
Seasonal Beach Facilities
Council Managed
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Smeaton's Pier
Lighthouse Pier location -
Porthminster
Above Porthminster Beach -
Porthgwidden
Above Porthgwidden Beach
Privately Managed
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St Ives Brewery
Main car park above the town -
Porthmeor Car Park
Above Porthmeor Beach
Accessible Facilities
Available Locations
- West Pier (RADAR key required)
- Porthminster
- Sloop Car Park
- Porthmeor (seasonal)
- Porthgwidden (seasonal)
Additional Features
- Baby changing facilities
- Level access at West Pier, Sloop & Porthminster
- Water bottle refill at West Pier
Managed by St Ives Town Council
St Ives Town Council is proud to provide good quality, clean toilets across the town. Our facilities serve millions of visitors each year and are an essential service for both residents and tourists in this world-famous Cornish destination.
Contact Information
stivestowncouncil-cornwall.gov.uk
For issues with facilities, maintenance requests, or general enquiries
Annual Investment
£300,000 per year
Maintenance and operation costs
20% of Council Tax
From residents goes toward toilet maintenance