st ives . . . . . .

is situated on the northern edge of the Land’s End Peninsula. Both the town and its setting are quite unique and very beautiful. It has a Mediterranean feel with its maze of small, cobbled streets and narrow alleyways surrounding a sheltered harbour.

Although there is still a small fishing industry, it is nothing to what it was. The town was shaped by the needs of local fishing, mining and farming communities and during the last hundred or so years, it has also been shaped by the artistic community. Artists have been and still are, drawn here by the exceptional light quality and stunning scenery.
St Ives offers the visitor everything that they could wish for in a seaside resort. There is something for everyone.

There are wonderful clean and sandy beaches, all within reach of Beach Break. Porthmeor, the closest, facing north is a prime surf spot and a surf school operates from the western end of the beach. Porthminster, Porthgwidden and the Harbour beach are particularly popular with families.

For those wanting more cerebral pursuits there is Tate St Ives plus countless other galleries and studios. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants to suit every taste and pocket, shops, pubs and live entertainment.