Higher Porthmeor

Higher Porthmeor sits quietly within the parish of Zennor in Cornwall, a hamlet made up of just two farms: Higher and Lower Porthmeor. This is not to be confused with Porthmeor beach at St Ives — a helpful reminder for anyone exploring the area. Higher Porthmeor occupies a spot along the B3306, the coastal road that links St Ives with the A30, while Lower Porthmeor lies a little closer to the sea. With a TR26 postcode and a setting in the South West county of Cornwall, the settlement offers a compact glimpse into rural life on this stretch of Cornish coast. Travelers passing the B3306 inevitably notice the names on the map and can appreciate the simplicity of a place defined by its two farms and its parish identity. Whether you’re navigating the road between St Ives and the A30 or exploring the parish of Zennor, Higher Porthmeor is a small, unmistakable point on the map worth noting.