Official Tourism Guide
Visit St Ives 2014 YOUR COMPLETE FREE GUIDE TO ST IVES
ART & HISTORY BEST PLACES TO EAT & STAY BEACH GUIDE St Ives
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS Welcome
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Visitor Information
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Things To Do
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St Ives History
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St Ives Archive
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Art In St Ives
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Unique St Ives
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St Ives Beach Guide
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The Surrounding Area of St Ives
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Walking Around St Ives
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St Ives Town Map
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Eating Out
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Getting Married in St Ives
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Accommodation
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Advertisers
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Useful Information
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Cover image: St Ives by Colin Sanger Published by: St Ives Visitor & Information Centre www.stivestic.co.uk 0905 252 2250 info@stivestic.co.uk
ST IVES MAYOR WELCOMES YOU TO ST IVES
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as an introduction to St. Ives. I hope it is both useful and informative, and that it enhances your experience in this wonderful town.
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St Ives, aside from a choice of lovely beaches, offers a wealth of interesting Shops, Restaurants, Galleries and Museums, as well as acting as a base for many walks in and around the area.
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Above all, a friendly welcome awaits you. Have a good holiday! Cllr. Colin Nicholls Mayor of St Ives 0905 252 2250
WELCOME TO ST IVES
WELCOME TO ST. IVES Located in the far west of Cornwall, this
characters – it hosts a rare and eclectic fusion of
internationally renowned town is a magnetic
influences and people.
place. People come here from all over the world, whether it’s for the adrenalising
Here, the team at St. Ives Visitor & Information
sports and surf scene, its pristine sands
Centre has tried to deliver to you the best of St.
and tropically clear waters, the historic and
Ives and its surrounding area in an effort to give
modern arts scene, or fine dining and quality
you a taste of the vibrancy, beauty and history of
award winning hotels – the town and its
this ancient town.
surrounding areas are a rich and diverse holiday hotspot.
St. Ives Visitor & Information Centre (VIC) was reopened in June 2011 by the St. Ives Town Council.
From The Tate to a string of private galleries and
The VIC is solely self funded and is dependent on
art dealers, St. Ives hosts a vast array of creative
volunteers who help to keep it open. We want
outlets and events, annually staging numerous
to ensure that no matter what the reason for
festivals within the literary, food, film, theatrical,
your visit to St. Ives, everyone has a relaxing and
surfing and musical realms. Linked with famous
rewarding experience. We will be delighted to see
figures from our artistic heritage such as Barbara
you and help you get the most from your time
Hepworth, Bernard Leach and Alfred Wallis to a
here. So, please do visit us - we look forward to
tally of modern musicians, poets and sporting
meeting you!
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VISITOR INFORMATION
ST. IVES VISITOR & INFORMATION CENTRE
The Guildhall, Street-an-Pol, St Ives, TR26 2DS - 0905 252 2250* You will find our office in The Guildhall,
we can also assist you with this. We offer a Left
situated in Street-an-Pol. We are open all
Luggage facility, available during our opening hours.
year round. Our helpful and friendly staff and volunteers are on hand to share with you their
Tickets.
wealth of local knowledge and information.
We offer the chance to book your Eden Tickets in advance thus saving valuable [queuing] time and
We stock a large selection of ordnance survey
money. Tickets can be purchased in advance by
maps, walking books, tide tables and excellent
cash only. We are sorry we are not able to accept
books on many Cornish topics. Please call us for
debit or credit cards for this facility. The tickets
details and we can arrange for items to be posted
are not dated so if you change your plans or the
to you via our mail order service.
weather changes, you are still able to use your tickets.
Accommodation. We offer an advanced booking service for hotels,
During the year we will also sell tickets for various
bed & breakfast establishments, camp sites
local events. These may include Culdrose Air Day,
and self catering accommodation. To avoid
the St. Ives September Festival, and ‘one off’
disappointment at busy times, why not use this
events held here in our Guildhall. In the past these
service to book your holidays? Please do not
have included Phil Jupitus, Wishbone Ash and
hesitate to call us for further information.
Kernow King. We also act as a Box Office agent and sell all tickets from Cornish Riviera Box Office.
Facilities. We have public internet access, so you can keep in touch whilst on holiday. If you need to print, this facility is also available. We have a photocopying
*Calls are charged at 20p per minute (plus standard network charges), callers must obtain bill payers permission and be aged 16 or over.
service for all visitors and if you need to send a fax
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IN THE HEART OF THE TOWN
St Ives始 largest venue with concerts, theatre, shows, choirs and bands throughout the year Find out what始s going on at The Guildhall from stivesguildhall.co.uk and at the St Ives Visitor Information Centre where you can buy tickets too Home to St Ives Farmers始 Market, St Ives Roller Disco, craft and collectibles fairs and markets. The Guildhall rooms are for hire for 5 to 500 people and licensed for marriages and civil ceremonies. Choose from the wood panelled Council Chamber, Mayor始s Parlour, Balcony Room or the Main Hall. Enquiries to stivestowncouncil.co.uk
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THINGS TO DO
Colin Sanger
THINGS TO DO St. Ives is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has several Sites of Special Scientific Interest nearby. With the area’s rugged coastline, sweeping sandy beaches, quiet coves and fabulous walks, you may think these are the main attractions. However, there is much more to see and do. Fishing and pleasure trips depart from the harbour which is the centre of the town’s social activity. Treat yourself to a trip out to Seal Island, a “fun for all the family” fishing trip out in the bay, or try a high powered speedboat trip. If dry land is more your scene the harbourside has a large selection of cafes, restaurants and pubs. You can also visit the St. Ives Town Museum where you can step back in time and discover the history of St. Ives. The museum is open from the Monday before Easter through to the end of October and is run entirely by volunteers. Sail, Surf and Ski in St. Ives Bay Porthmeor, Porthminster & Porthgwidden, and Carbis Bay beaches all have excellent water sports facilities - sailing, surfing, water-skiing, wind & kite surfing are all available locally.
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St. Michael’s Way This beautiful 12.5 mile walk runs coast to coast from Lelant to St Michael’s Mount. (See page 33). Horse Riding There are various riding stables catering for novices and experienced riders. Call Penhalwyn Trekking
A BRAVE NEW
World Heritage Site Gateway
heartlands
Centre & School 01736 796461 Golf There are several outstanding coastal links and parkland courses in the surrounding areas, as well as pitch and putt and short course facilities. Child-Friendly Play Areas and Amenities Discover World Heritage Site Exhibitions Explore beautiful botanical gardens Indulge at the Red River Café Marvel at inspirational arts, crafts & creativity Go wild in the biggest adventure playground in Cornwall
Ayr Playing Field, Alexandra Road, St. Ives Sitting Area - Picnic Area - Football field Skate Park, Off Penbeagle Lane, St Ives Skate Park - Childrens Play Area - Football Field Trewartha, Carbis Bay
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Just minutes off the A30 in Pool, nr Camborne. Sat Nav: TR15 3QY
Childrens play area - Football Pitch Richmond Way, Carbis Bay Childrens Play Area - Picnic Area
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Lelant Anne’s Wood, Station Road. (A small, natural wooded area owned by The Woodland Trust). Studi o
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Leisure Centre Located at Trenwith Car Park, the Leisure Centre offers a wide variety of activities. In addition to an extensive swimming programme, the Centre has a well-equipped Gym and offers a wide choice of exercise classes. For further details contact on 01736 797006 or visit www.tempusleisure.org.uk St. Ives Library Situated on the crossroads of Tregenna Place with Gabriel Street, the library runs a variety of events including Bounce & Rhyme for Babies, Story Time & Crafts and Yoga. For further
OpEn 7 dayS a wEEk www.leachpotter y.com 01736 799703 Higher Stennack, St Ives, TR26 2HE
information call 0300 1234 111. And don’t forget our glorious, local beaches!
On the B3306
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No stay in St Ives is complete without catching a show by the extraordinary Kidz R Us. We’re an award-winning youth theatre company that stages unmissable musicals during half-terms and holidays, and a traditional family panto at Christmas. Twenty years old in 2014, Kidz R Us is dedicated to getting young people involved in the performing arts and behind-thescenes crafts, to support their development and the wider community. Rave reviews and standing ovations are a bonus! Our Patron is Sir Tim Rice and our Director, Phil Barnett, received a British Empire Medal in 2012. But our focus is always on what our young people can achieve. Our home is the St Ives Theatre, in the heart of St Ives. There’s usually something going on here, even if it’s not one of our shows, so keep an eye on our website for what’s on.
St Ives Theatre, Lower Stennack, St Ives TR26 1QG 01736 797007, info@kidzrus.net www.kidzrus.net Registered charity number: 1071443 www.stivestic.co.uk
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ST IVES HISTORY
ST IVES - A BRIEF HISTORY Excerpts by Valerie Hurry
St. Ives - a place chosen for it’s beautiful
from mining minerals and dust .This eliminated the
beaches, scenic views, quirky alleyways, gift
need for packaging and the contaminated crust
shops, surfing, art and good food. Yet the town
could be discarded.
was not always such a salubrious place to The pilchard industry was especially profitable.
visit.
St. Ives had around 300 seine boats which netted Early Industries
millions of pilchards that were then salted and
During the 1800s, it was a prosperous fishing and
pressed into barrels. These were predominantly
mining town: the pilchard industry was at its height
exported to Italy where they were the most
and the town was surrounded by tin and copper
popular dish to eat on Fridays and during Lent
mines. The noise of the mine engines reverberated
when meat was forbidden.
through the town as coal was unloaded in the harbour and transported up to the mine engines at
St. Ives has always had a history of being
the top of the Stennack (‘place of tin’) and on to
something of a drinking town. A popular drink was
Wheal Trenwith (where the leisure centre and car
called Mahogany - a mix of gin and black treacle,
park are now located).
and you can still buy Shrub - a kind of herbal mix which was used to mask the taste of rum and
Miners required on-the-go food that would offer
other spirits that had been tainted by saltwater
maximum convenience and stomach-filling
when being smuggled from ship to shore.
nutrition. Creation of the “Cornish Pasty” was the perfect solution. The traditional equivalent of
Smuggling was thought to have originated as a
today’s takeaways, they were the ideal dish to take
result of the taxing of salt. As salt was the main
down the mines. The thick crust was for the miners
method of food preservation, such tax was greatly
to grasp, preserving the edible body of the pasty
resented leading to the smuggling of not only salt
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but goods on which tax was levied and therefore an illegal profit could be made…perfumes, silks, spices and of course alcohol. Knill A leisurely stroll up to Worvas Hill takes you to Knill’s monument. John Knill was the customs officer in St Ives from 1762 to 1782. Some claim that he erected the Knill’s Steeple as a landmark for the smugglers. Something undisputed was his lasting financial legacy whereby provisions were stashed to ensure that every five years on St James’ Day, ten girls all under the age of ten would be paid to dance around the steeple and sing the hymn All People That on Earth Do Dwell. This ceremony continues today, seeing hundreds flocking to the site to commemorate Knill’s partisan tradition.
in a fire in 1975 is now renovated and is a museum with a beautiful garden containing many of her
19th Century to Date. The arrival of the railway in 1877 led to the biggest
sculptures.
change the town has seen, enabling tourism to
The Arts Club on Westcotts Quay was opened
develop in St. Ives.
in 1890 and still has a vibrant membership with
The Great Western Railway heavily marketed the Cornish Riviera and bought the Tregenna Castle Hotel, providing people with a convenient place to stay.
art exhibitions and shows being staged upstairs, which has barely changed in over a hundred years. It is quite magical to sit and watch a performance whilst hearing the waves breaking in the background.
During the late 1800’s the artists who flocked to St. Ives each year used to hire a complete train carriage to take their paintings to London for the annual Royal Academy exhibition.
Nowadays, the St Ives Society of Artists, the Penwith Society and the School of Painting all exist with individual and fascinating histories of their own, continuing to portray the spirit
With its remote location, one would imagine St. Ives to have been a peaceful place during the
and senses of a town so steeped in history and character.
Second World War. However, it was in fact the site for the Commando Mountain Warfare Training Centre as well as a contingent of American GIs. The mid 1900’s saw St. Ives gain its reputation as an artistic centre with the arrival of creative artists such as Barbara Hepworth, Bernard Leach and Ben Nicholson. That reputation was later maintained by the likes of Peter Lanyon, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham and Sir Terry Frost. Barbara Hepworth’s former home where she died
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ST IVES ARCHIVE
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ST IVES ARCHIVE
Would you like to know more about the fascinating history of the town and local area? The St. Ives Archive, which is only a few
We have at least 20,000 photographs of
metres from the Parish Church, has a
the town, as well as maps, legal documents,
wonderful collection of written, photographic
correspondence, catalogues and books. St. Ives
and oral material that covers every subject
has had its own newspapers since 1889, which
you can imagine, and its friendly volunteer
provide a remarkable record of day to day living
staff welcome visitors from all over the world
and these can be viewed on microfilm. The
throughout the year.
advertisements are just as interesting as the articles themselves. You can also listen to voices
Are you interested to find out more about
from the past. Interviews conducted in the 1960s
your family? Would you like to know what has
were with people who were born in the middle
happened to the fishing and mining industries over
of the nineteenth century, and their stories and
the years? What difference did the St. Ives branch
memories can open our eyes to life in a small
line make to the town when it first opened in 1877?
Victorian fishing town.
What did the local residents think about the large numbers of artists who have lived and worked
Keep an eye out for events that the Archive
in the town over the past one hundred and forty
organizes. There are monthly coffee mornings
years? What effect did the First and Second World
at the Western Hotel, each one specializing on a
Wars have on everyone? Would you like to know
particular subject. Recent displays have included
about the smugglers, the shipwrecks and the local
children from the 1930s, St. Ives Rugby Club, local
legends surrounding this small sea-side town?
people who were on the ‘Titanic’, the St. Ives born
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classical composer George Lloyd and all those
the most of their trip. St. Ives, being surrounded on
men who have served in the R.N.L.I and saved
three sides by sea, is not easy to navigate. We hope
many lives. A number of these subjects have
that by introducing you to the town’s main historic
been included in publications produced by the
features you will be encouraged to return again for
volunteers themselves and are available for sale
a longer visit.
at the Archive. There are also talks and film shows which are publicized at the Visitor and Information
The Archive, which is a charitable organization,
Centre
opened in 1996 and can be found on the first floor of the Parish Rooms, just off St Andrew’s Street. It
2014 will see the Archive taking part in
is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 10.00 until 4.00
remembering St. Ives during the First World War.
throughout the year, except for the Christmas and
The beautiful War Memorial close to the Archive
New Year period. If you want to look at a specific
is a testament to the numbers who perished
subject in detail we strongly suggest that you
between 1914 and 1918. One of the treasures of
make contact with us first so that you can talk
the Archive is a collection of letters written by a
to one of our volunteers who specializes in that
local teacher to a young lady about his wartime
subject. We look forward to seeing you.
experiences while stationed at Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, as well as the time he subsequently spent at the Front, prior to his untimely death. 2014 will also see a new production – A Town Trail. Many visitors come to St. Ives for only a day, and in the short time they are here they need to make
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BE INSPIRED IN ST IVES TATE ST IVES Explore our current exhibition with the help of a guided tour, then relax in the Tate St Ives café with spectacular views over Porthmeor Beach.
BARBARA HEPWORTH MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE GARDEN Be inspired by the home of Barbara Hepworth and the unique garden she created for her sculptures. Please visit tate.org.uk/stives for admission details and opening times
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Please note that Tate St Ives will be closed from 27 January to 16 May 2014 The Barbara Hepworth Museum will be open daily during this time Photo © Tate Barbara Hepworth Two Forms (Divided Circle) 1969 Tate © Bowness, Hepworth Estate, photo: Marcus Leith © Tate
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THE ARTISTS AND ST IVES Artists have been frequenting St Ives since the
Wallis were all considered part of this pioneering
early 1800’s. Turner arrived in 1811 on a mission
art community.
to capture the essence of our beautiful and rugged South West. He did so with his usual
What Pink Light?
impressionists’ aplomb and succeeded in
St Ives is world renowned for its light. We are
capturing the unique pink light that St Ives is
blessed with our geographic location on the ‘Toe’
blessed with.
of Britain; surrounded on three sides by the sea and washed gently by the temperate Gulf Stream. This,
Little did he know that his masterpieces would
coupled with the crystal clear waters, unpolluted
be the inspiration for thousands to make the
air and our mineral rich, slightly pink sand work
same pilgrimage in search of that same pink light,
together to produce a magnificent light display.
and that he would be the catalyst in creating the vibrant and influential art colony of St Ives.
The light is particularly apparent during the ‘golden hour’ - the first hour after sunrise and the last hour
During the 1880’s the likes of Whistler arrived from
before sunset, when the sun is low enough in the
New York and Anders Zorn from Sweden. It fast
sky to create this phenomenon, bathing our town
became THE place to paint, with no reputable
in a beautiful pink glow.
artist’s portfolio being complete without a St Ives piece being part of it.
Art Space gallery has a
During the 1930’s a new breed of artist began to arrive; a younger, more bohemian set who brought with them many new ideas and challenged the established artists’ perception of what art should, or indeed, could be. It was not altogether a simple or smooth transition but they did drive change and today they are responsible for St Ives being recognised as a vibrant, modern art colony. Names such as Hepworth, Nicholson, Leach, Gabo and
constantly refreshing display of high quality, original work. We feature the strikingly varied output of our seven members on our walls as well as handmade jewellery, sculpture, prints, cards & sketches. Info. Open daily 10.00-5.30 (10.30-4.00 in Winter.) The Wharf, St Ives, TR26 1PU. Tel. 01736 799744. ww www.artspace-cornwall.co.uk artspacegallerystives.blogspot.com
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UNIQUE ST IVES
UNIQUE ST. IVES St. Ives Feast Day - “Hurling the Silver Ball” - 9th & 10th February 2014
the ball to the Mayor on the steps of the Guildhall on the stroke of midday receives a silver coin.
An ancient tradition that celebrates the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish
In the afternoon, pennies are thrown from the
Church of St. Ia in 1434 and offers a rare chance
balcony by town councillors to the waiting children
to watch the game of Hurling the Silver Ball, a
on the Guildhall forecourt.
centuries old form of rugby.
St. Piran’s Day - March 5th 2014 Monday begins with the Mayor’s procession for the
Although St. Michael and St. Petroc have, in
blessing at St. Ia Well near Porthmeor Beach with
ancient times, been named as Cornwall’s Patron
participants wearing ivy and handing out oranges
Saints, there is no doubt that in more recent times,
en route.
the Cornish have taken St. Piran to their hearts and it is his flag which is now the Cornish symbol. St.
This is followed by the start of the boisterous
Piran is the patron saint of tin-mining and is said
hurling of the silver ball, one of Cornwall’s oldest
to have discovered tin when noticing that white
customs dating back at least a thousand years.
tin flowed from a black fire stone when hot - an
The game involves much rough and tumble as
early example of tin smelting. The St. Piran’s flag, a
each side (traditionally the ‘countrymen’ and
white cross on a black background, represents the
‘townsmen’ of a particular parish) tries to keep
white tin and the black rock.
possession of a cricket ball-sized ball made favourite participant, some of whom dive into the
Celtic Media Festival – April 2nd to April 4th 2014
chilly sea to escape with the ball. Whoever returns
For the last 33 years Celtic Media Festival’s aim
of apple wood coated in silver. Cheer for your
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has been to promote the
dressed in their traditional
languages and cultures of the
black and white “mock formal”
Celtic countries on screen and
make an appearance, with horn
in broadcasting. The Celtic
blowers heralding the start of
Media Festival is supported
spring. At 1pm there’s a parade
by broadcasting, film, cultural
to the harbour where you can
and economic development
enjoy May pole dances, Cornish
organisations throughout the
dancing and traditional music
Celtic countries. The Festival is
with various local choirs and
an annual three-day celebration
brass bands performing by the
of broadcasting, film talent and
harbour throughout the day.
excellence from Scotland, The Isle of Man, Ireland, Cornwall,
Throughout the day there’s a
Wales and Brittany.
fish barbeque by the harbour and a lively local market where
Good Friday Sail Boats, Consols Pond - April 18th 2014
you can stock up on some of the
For over a century the families tradition of sailing model boats
St Ives Food and Drink Festival 17th and 18th May
at Consols Pond on Good Friday.
Last year’s festival saw over
The tradition began in the early
8,000 people visit the food
1900’s, when fishermen and
and drink producers event on
children sailed model boats in
Porthminster Beach over the 2
the town’s harbour. It is thought
days that it was held.
of St. Ives have enjoyed the
region’s produce.
to be a gesture to the old seafaring communities which
This year – having been in
used to launch miniature boats
discussion with the nationally
in the hope of ensuring safe
acclaimed Porthminster Beach
passage for mariners.
Café, the organisers plan to place the focus of the weekend
St. Ives May Day
festival on the beach itself, with a
Celebrating the end of winter
number of marquees, events and
and the coming of spring is a
activities taking place there on
tradition that stretches back
the 17th and 18th May. Taste, try,
hundreds of years.
meet, buy, and enjoy the finest flavours and tastes that Cornwall
At midday at the Guildhall,
has to offer, see some of the
the Grand Bard and Mayor
best chefs in the county giving
choose the May Queen and
cooking demonstrations and
King in a ceremony known as
enjoy everything that St Ives has
the “pee-weep”. (Pee-weeps
to offer, including some of the
are whistles made from young
best food and drink destinations
tree branches and blown on
anywhere in the UK.’
May Day). The St. Ives Guisers, www.stivestic.co.uk
EVENTS CALENDAR At A Glance February St. Ives Feast Day - 9th & 10th February
March St. Piran’s Day - 5th March
April Celtic Media Festival - April 2nd - April 4th Good Friday Sail Boats, Consols Pond - April 18th
May St. Ives May Day Literature Festival - 10th May - 17th May St. Ives Mayor Choosing - 19th May St Ives Food & Drink Festival - 17th & 18th May
August St. Ives Harbour Day - 3rd August (TBC) St. Ives Lifeboat Day - 7th August St. Ives Raft Race Day - 8th August (TBC)
September St. Ives September Festival 13th - 27th
December St. Ives in December - Whole of December Full details of all events are on our website www.stivestic.co.uk
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St. Ives Mayor Choosing 19th May 2014
St. Ives Harbour Day 3rd August 2014 Sunday (TBC)
The ceremony dates back to the creation of
Fun for all the family, various activities around the
the Borough of St. Ives in 1639, with disputing
harbour, stalls, BBQs, live music plus plenty more.
councillors making peace by drinking from a the incoming mayor gives a speech about their
St. Ives Lifeboat Day 7th August 2014
intentions for the next year. Following the civic
The Lifeboat station hosts a fun packed day with
ceremony, the Loving Cup (presented by Sir Francis
lots of stalls and a BBQ, plus a chance to see the
Bassett in 1640) is taken outside the Guildhall
RNLI Lifeboats on display and in action on the
where local school children queue to drink from it
water in a joint demonstration with one of the
and are given Saffron buns by the councillors.
Search & Rescue helicopter crews from RNAS
“Loving Cup”. The outgoing mayor gives thanks and
Culdrose! The mayor of St. Ives is always addressed as Mr. Mayor regardless of sex – a tradition vigorously
St. Ives Raft Race - (Date TBC)
upheld by the lady mayors!
St Ives annual raft race hosts fun and fancy dress entries - as well as a few hardcore competitors
St. Ives Literature Festival 10th to 17th May (TBC)
committed to winning.
Eight days of literary events featuring book
The race around the harbour involves teams
launches, poetry readings, live music, comedy acts
launching from the Sloop slip, taking a golden
and creative writing workshops.
token from nearby Smeaton’s Light and then picking up their own team mermaid from the
For nominal admission fees you can hear some of
Lifeboat slip. An enjoyable experience seeing all
the UK’s established and upcoming authors and
different shapes and sizes of rafts in the harbour.
poets reading extracts from their work. At drop in start your own writing ambitions. Venues are close
St. Ives September Festival 13th September - 27th September 2014
to the town centre and In Norway Square you can
Started in 1978, the St. Ives September Festival
listen to poetry and music for free every day.
lasts for fifteen days offering a wide range of music,
workshops, you can learn more about how to kick-
arts and literature events in locations throughout And did you know? Virginia Woolf spent her
the town, attracting visitors from far and wide.
childhood holidays in Talland House, St Ives in the late 1800s. Godrevy Lighthouse across the bay is
With a full program of exhibitions, music, concerts,
said to be the inspiration for her famous novel, To
poetry, walks, talks, workshops, comedy, theatre,
the Lighthouse, published in 1927.
plays, stories and film, you can expect an eclectic
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mix of performers and artists on the guest list
There are food markets, craft displays, buskers,
which in the past have included some of the
and one of the train carriages on the St. Erth
U K’s top singers and bands such as Fairport
branch line hosts a Children’s Christmas party on
Convention, Barbara Dickson, Seth Lakeman,
6 trains every Saturday (up to the 24th) on one of
George Melly and Elkie Brooks.
the best 12 minute rail journeys in the country.
There are lots of free entry art exhibitions along
There are offers available throughout the town in
with dancers, musicians, shanty crews and
many of the cafés and restaurants so there are
performers who entertain in the town’s streets and
plenty of places where you can stop and refuel.
pubs. Locally themed plays and musical shows
You can take part in the (free) town treasure hunt
are put on in the theatre, walking tours taking
and vote for which window display you like best in
in the area’s history take place throughout the
the town’s shop window competition.
festival and there are drop-in art classes led by professional artists in media such as textiles and
And we’ve not even mentioned our famous New
life drawing.
Year’s Eve – the BIGGEST fancy dress party in the country, followed by fireworks at midnight.
Events at the Tate and art talks at the Leach
Here in St. Ives we don’t take December lightly and
Pottery and Hepworth Gardens give a real insight
you never know, you may well spot Santa surfing.
to St Ives as one of the world’s leading centres
After all, where else is he going to take a short
for art. The guided walking tours reveal the area’s
break from all his December duties? Visit www.
social history with a few local ghosts thrown in for
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through to puppet shows, pantos, treasure hunts and more Christmas trees round the town than you can imagine. St. Ives is a fabulous place to be in the winter; the beaches are quiet, the air is warm and there are plenty of parking spaces! It’s also the perfect place to shop for Christmas presents. The St. Ives in December festival is all about making the most of this time of year. Carollers can be seen on the beach and in local venues, accompanied by mince pies and hot chocolate (as well as pianists). Santa’s arrival is celebrated with a parade throughout the town and the big
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ST IVES BEACH GUIDE
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ST IVES AREA BEACH GUIDE One of St Ives most outstanding features is its beaches, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water.
One of St Ives most outstanding features is
has more than its fair share of beaches and for
its beaches, fine golden sand and crystal clear
fifty miles along the length of Cornish Coastline
water. Awake to gulls’ cries, dress quickly and
there are magnificent open stretches of silky white
jog down the cool granite streets for a solitary
and glowing sands. They are clean too; following
early morning walk along the beach - all a very
the completion of the £100 million ‘clean sweep’
long way from the busy rush of working life.
scheme for Mounts Bay, St Ives and Hayle, the
Pick a different location each day; with seven
West Cornwall area can probably boast the
beaches within 3 miles of St Ives you will be
cleanest bathing waters in Western Europe. We have
spoilt for choice.
award winning beaches such as Porthmeor and Porthminster (both of which were awarded “Blue
You can expect to see seals in the harbour and
Flag” status in 2013) plus Porthgwidden and nearby
dolphins, porpoises and basking sharks in the Bay.
Carbis Bay. Today the West Cornwall beaches
Explore the undersea world of shrimps, crabs and
measure up to the European Commission guidelines
anemones in the many rock pools. St Ives Bay
through South West Water’s ambitious programme.
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Each beach has its own charm and appeal; there are busy family beaches, popular water sports venues, wide-open flat sands and tucked away hidden sun traps. Most of the beaches have RNLI employed, fully qualified lifeguards during the summer months.
Key to beach facilities: Parking Toilet Beach Shop Café
Porthminster Beach A sheltered beach boasting almost half a
Lifeguard on Duty during summer season Dog friendly beach all year round Seasonal dog ban applies Sunday before Easter until 30th September
mile of golden sand with calm sea conditions; ideal for families. Porthminster has café and restaurant facilities. There is a scenic cliff walk
Dog ban between 8am and 7pm Dogs are not permitted on Carbis Bay beach except between 5am and 8am only, to allow for early morning dog walking.
to Carbis Bay on the South West Coast Path, a putting green, beach huts for hire, toilets and level access to the town centre. The St. Ives branch line (park and ride service from Lelant Saltings) draws up at the top of the steps. Dog ban in place from April 13th to 30 September.
Porthkidney Sands Porthkidney Sands is a vast expanse of sand backed by sand dunes and the golf course. It’s five minutes walk from the parking area by Lelant Church to the beach. At low tide it can be almost a mile to the water’s edge so beware as the tide can come in very quickly across the flat sand. This beach is never overcrowded but lacks facilities so bring a packed lunch and take your litter home.
Carbis Bay
The Harbour
Carbis Bay has a large sandy privately
Our tidal sandy bottomed harbour is still a
owned beach with very safe bathing and
working port where you can watch the local
almost always calm conditions. It is a lovely
fishermen land their daily fresh catches of
spot for children and has good facilities
locally caught seafood. It is also very sheltered
including café and toilets. The branch line
and a perfect suntrap in the heart of town.
train station is above the beach and there
There are toilets in the Sloop Car Park and
is convenient parking. The cliff path walk
behind the lifeboat station on West Pier plus
to nearby Porthkidney Sands or St. Ives
all the facilities you may need nearby. Dog ban
starts just above the beach and is well
between 8am and 7pm from 13th April to 30th
recommended.
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Porthmeor Porthgwidden Porthmeor is our Blue Porthgwidden is a delightful
Flag Atlantic Ocean family
small sandy cove and sun
and surfing beach with
trap with safe bathing
surf school, fine golden
Bamaluz
(but keep inside the line of
sand, good sunbathing
A tiny cove well hidden on
buoys). It has beach huts
by day and spectacular
the walk from the harbour
for hire and handy toilets.
sunsets. During the
to Porthgwidden, this is one
The brilliant white terrace
summer, trained lifeguards
of two beaches in St. Ives
is home to the relaxed
ensure the bathing is as
where you can take dogs all
Porthgwidden Café and
safe as possible. There
year round. With the old pier
there’s a kiosk for coffee
are restaurant and café
to the right, you can sit and
and snacks. Porthgwidden
facilities right on the beach;
relax whilst watching the
is an ideal beach to catch
toilets and beach huts on
fishermen cast their nets as
the morning sun and stay
the terrace behind with the
the world goes by.
all day.
Tate Gallery overlooking.
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Porthmeor Beach
- breakfast, tapas, sunsets, gin and tonics, fresh juices all served on the beach
WITH THE ONLY SURF SCHOOL IN ST IVES
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ST IVES SURROUNDING AREA Colin Sanger
ST IVES SURROUNDING AREA A journey around the St Ives local area and points of interest Zennor
A footpath from the village leads down to the
The pretty village of Zennor lies five miles from St.
dramatic Zennor Head whilst above the village lie
Ives along the winding B3306 coast road. Although
the rocky slopes of Zennor Hill. At the south end is
just a short drive away, it is close enough for the
Zennor Quoit, a prehistoric burial chamber with a
more energetic to take a bracing walk along the
massive sloping capstone.
coastal path or over the fields from St. Ives. Lying on the Atlantic coast of Cornwall, this granite
The remarkable granite church, dedicated to St.
village nestles between the high, rocky cliffs and
Senara, houses the famous carving of a mermaid
the rugged boulder-strewn hills and moors.
on an old bench end. Legend has it that Matthew
Nearby is Zennor Head Quarry which was worked
Trewhella who was singing with the choir fell in
before the mid 19th century; its granite was used
love with a mermaid who overheard him whilst
to build much of St. Ives and Falmouth Harbour
attending the Church. The mermaid enticed him
walls and also the nearby Towednack Church.
into the sea at nearby Pendour Cove; he was never
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seen again. Outside the porch is a slate memorial
The railway led to the development of the area
to John Davey of Boswednack, said to be the last
as a holiday destination and residential area.
person to speak Cornish when he died in 1891.
Carbis Bay is still a stop on the St. Ives Branchline
Visitors to the village must not miss the fascinating
and makes a perfect choice to stay given its
Wayside Museum, an old mill with local displays
closeness to St. Ives. There is a huge selection of
on domestic farming, milling, mining, quarrying
accommodation –from the prestigious Carbis Bay
and smithing themes from early history to the mid
Hotel right on the beach, to the many guesthouses
20th century. Outside you can see the Plague Stone
and self-catering accommodation.
which dates back to the 17th century. After spending time on the golden sands, why not The village has a welcoming café at The Old Chapel
discover the network of footpaths here including
and a nearby pub for anyone needing to refuel.
a walk up Worvas Hill to the Steeple Woodland Nature Reserve and the Knill Monument? (See “A
Halsetown
Brief History of St. Ives”).
Halsetown is a village two miles to the west of St. Ives. James Halse MP owned a nearby tin mine.
Lelant
As his workforce numbers grew in the 1830s, he
A charming area located 2.5 miles from St. Ives,
built the village laying out the houses and inn on a
Lelant is in a beautiful setting overlooking the
garden city plan. Each house had just a small plot
Hayle Estuary. The Estuary and nearby marshes
of land, not enough for growing market garden
form an RSPB reserve which draw birdwatchers
produce, but enough to encourage the residents to
from far afield to look at the wealth of birdlife
vote for him as he wished to be the only Member
including rare, migratory species. Lelant has the
of Parliament returned for the borough of St. Ives.
beautiful beach, Porthkidney Sands, with its
As the population increased, a small private school
backdrop of sand dunes and golf course. The
was opened by 1840 and around this time the
pretty church of St. Uny is nearby, with sweeping
Wesleyan and Bible Christian Chapels were built.
views across St.Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse.
Located on higher ground, its campsites, holiday
Lelant was a seaport in the middle ages but lost
cottages and riding schools offer fantastic views
its trade to St. Ives when the Estuary silted up. It is
and wonderful light. An ideal location to simply
served by two stations on the St. Ives Branchline,
get away from it all with the benefit of being just a
Lelant Saltings for the Park and Ride and the
short drive from the town and beaches of St. Ives.
lesser used Village stop.
The Halsetown Inn is an ideal spot for the thirsty, hungry traveller offering a warm welcome and
The village offers a number of restaurants, pubs,
tasty food.
bed and breakfasts (including the beautifully located Old Quay House) and self-catering
Carbis Bay
accommodation making it a lovely base to either
Carbis Bay lies one mile south east of St. Ives.
enjoy the immediate locality or to explore West
It has a most beautiful beach which in itself is
Cornwall.
enough reason to visit. It inherited its name in 1877 when Great Western Railway opened its St. Erth
Rosamund Pilcher, the famous author, was born in
to St. Ives branch line and named it so because of
Lelant in 1924.She is best known for her novel, The
its proximity to Carbis Valley. Carbis means “cart-
Shell Seekers, which was also made into a film in
bridge” and in olden days there was a small stone
1998 on location at Land’s End, Lamorna Cove,
bridge over the stream here. Why not stroll here
St Ives and Marazion. Her works are extremely
along the coast path from St. Ives to explore the
popular in Germany.
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St Ives Jumbos St. Ives’ Jumbos have a unique connection with the
St. Ives has an inshore “D” class lifeboat plus the
town and during a visit here you may be fortunate
Mersey Class “Princess Royal” in action. With the
enough to see these beautiful craft at sail in the
location of the Lifeboat Station, if she is called
Bay. They are easily spotted with their brown sails.
out then a tractor is used to transport the boat
The original craft were developed here for inshore
to a launch position. She is due to be replaced,
fishing during the 1880’s. Today’s Jumbos are
hopefully in 2014, with a £2 million all weather
replicas, researched and built by Jonny Nance to
Shannon Class lifeboat which will be powered
the lines of an original draft by the renowned boat
with water jets, not propellers. This is dependent
builder, William Paynter. The Jumbo Association
upon the town raising the £1 million required
has also reintroduced the traditional St. Ives punt to
to cover the cost of the Launch and Recovery
the harbour to ferry crews to and from the Jumbo
Vehicle (LRV).
moorings. Through a series of Scully Days, they have taught the art of the old technique of propelling
Many fund-raising events including coffee
them using just one oar over the stern. Look out
mornings take place throughout the year and your
for these iconic craft at “Boats in the Bay” Day. You
trip to St. Ives may well coincide with one of these.
may even decide to have a go yourself! Check out
The shop’s summer opening hours are Monday to
the local press or website www.stivesjumbo.com in
Saturday 11 am to 4pm. In winter it opens Tuesday,
case there’s a Scully Race during your stay.
Thursday and Saturday.
St Ives Lifeboat
Visit the RNLI website at; rnli.org/stives. A key date
The Lifeboat Station is situated on the edge
for your diary is 7th August, 2014, RNLI day. The
of West Pier at the Harbour. There has been a
Lifeboat Station will host a fun-packed day with
lifeboat presence in the town for over 165 years.
many stalls and a BBQ plus a chance to see the
During that time, the station has had a remarkable
RNLI Lifeboats in action on the water with a joint
history of bravery with over 55 awards for gallantry
demonstration with one of the Search and Rescue
being presented. However, it has also had its fair
Helicopter crews from RNAS Culdrose!
share of tragedy with seven lifeboat crew losing their lives saving others at sea.
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St.Ives Walks Led by local historian Tony Farrell BA TOWN WALK—Tuesdays at 11.00am from the guildhall. St. Ives through the ages. Walk lasts 1hour and 45mins. Cost £5.00 ENVIRONS OF THE TOWN WALK—Fridays at 11.00am from the guildhall. A 3 mile walk around the outskirts of the town. THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF WEST PENWITH—A customised walk exploring the archaeological sites of the West Penwith Moors. Prior booking essential. To book a walk or for further information contact Tony: 0044(0)1736 793692 Mobile:0044(0)7881674878 tonyfarrell@st.ives walks.co.uk Www.st.iveswalks.co.uk www.stivestic.co.uk
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WALKING AROUND ST IVES Welcome to some of the best walking that Cornwall has to offer. A gentle stroll around St. Ives town. Meander
walking guides. We will be happy to charge
along the coast path to Carbis Bay. If you
your credit card and post them out to you. Just
fancy something a little more strenuous, walk
telephone us for more information on 0905 252
along the coastal path to Zennor, a pretty
2250.
village with its ancient church famous for the legend of ‘The Mermaid of Zennor.’ Or perhaps
Whatever your choice - walking the coast path,
venture up onto the Penwith moors with
enjoying the countryside, exploring the ancient
their standing stones and stone circles. West
history up on the moors or the iconic mining
Cornwall has it all!
heritage of West Cornwall - then the footpaths around St. Ives and the surrounding area are
Please call into the Visitor & Information Centre
waiting for you.
where we stock an extensive range of maps and walking guides. Our friendly and knowledgeable
South West Coast Path
staff and volunteers, (many of them keen
The ‘Jewel in our Crown’ is obviously the 630
walkers), will be happy to offer help and advice on
mile South West Coast Path. The Cornish section
how to get the best from your visit.
covers some 431 km (269 miles) and stretches from north of Bude, around Land’s End and on
However, should you wish to plan your walks
to Saltash in the east. However, with its rugged
ahead of your visit, we can supply maps and
cliffs and picturesque harbours, we think that the
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stretches around St. Ives and the far west are by far the finest. (But we are biased!). The path can be easily split into manageable legs of approximately 6 to 10 miles to suit all abilities and many can be accessed by public transport. During summer the number 300 “open-top” bus provides a circular ‘hop on / hop off’ service around the West Cornwall coastline. This enables you to walk as far as you like and then catch the bus home.
St. Michael’s Way Another favourite, St. Michael’s Way, is thought to date back to prehistoric times and to have been used by pilgrims, missionaries and travellers to avoid sailing the treacherous waters around Land’s End. Stretching some 20km (12.5 miles), it starts at Lelant with its delightful 12th century church and goes along the coast path towards St Ives, before turning inland to climb past ‘Knills steeple’ and the ‘bowl rock’ (said to have been used by the giant who lived at the iron age fortress at the summit of Trencrom Hill when he was throwing stones at the giant who lived on St Michael’s Mount). The walk passes through woodland and fields and gives panoramic views of both coasts, then as you near the end you will be rewarded with the magnificent vista of Mount’s Bay and the Mount itself. Sitting just offshore, St. Michael’s Mount is accessible by a causeway at low tide and has in its history been a fortress and a priory and, since 1647, the home of Lord St. Levan and the St. Aubyn family. Now managed by the National Trust, a visit makes a fitting end to a wonderful walk.
For more information on walking around St Ives call in to the Visitor Information Center. Or call us on: 0905 252 2250
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EATING OUT
EATING OUT IN ST IVES Just wander down through
and locally sourced meats and
this with our locally produced wines
the cobbled streets into the
vegetables. Cornwall produces
and beer. It will be an experience
heart of the town where
show stopping ingredients.
you will remember for many years.
you will find every culinary delicacy that your taste buds
The catch of the day arrives
can desire.
at the harbour :- lobster, crab, bass, mackerel – all freshly
From the humble, perfect
landed for you to enjoy with
Cornish pasty to a cream tea
the individuality and flair of
in one of the beautiful harbour
our many restaurants and
tea rooms, simple fresh fish and
cafes. There is an abundance
chips or fine-dining in award
of dining choice around the
winning restaurants, you will
harbour, beaches and side
find everything that your palette
streets. Whilst watching a
desires. Informal or formal, our
perfect sunset al fresco you
marvellous chefs are waiting
can enjoy a romantic dinner
to tempt you with their original
for two or a memorable family
menus using freshly caught fish
moment. Why not accompany
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GETTING MARRIED IN ST IVES
GETTING MARRIED IN ST IVES Your Wedding Day is the most special day of your life and deserves the very best of settings. Location, Location, Location! Azure blue seas,
along with your guests. Take your vows against
shimmering white sands and perfect light
the great sweep of St. Ives Bay and celebrate
will provide the most stunning backdrop to
afterwards on the beautiful terrace. Visit www.
make your day simply perfect. Your friends and
stives-harbour-hotel.co.uk/wedding-venues-stives
family will not just enjoy your “big day”. They can enjoy the beautiful scenery and all that St.
Or you may choose the beautiful venue of
Ives and Cornwall has to offer too.
Carbis Bay Hotel with its unique setting offering uninterrupted views across the golden sands
There are many locations here that you can
of Carbis Bay beach. They too have a Wedding
choose to hold your wedding and the following is
coordinator to help plan your perfect day down
just to give you a flavour of some of the options…….
to even the smallest detail. Once again, all size of party is catered for with your ceremony tailor
The Guildhall in Street An Pol is the home of
made to suit your needs. www.carbisbayhotel.
St. Ives Town Council. It is licensed to hold
co.uk/html/weddings.html will tell you all you
civil ceremonies and with a choice of rooms
need know.
can accommodate a small, intimate affair or a much larger party. And the concert hall can
For a smaller, intimate ceremony, The Old Vicarage
be transformed into a beautiful space for your
Hotel, a historic building set in beautiful grounds, is
wedding reception. Take a look at their website
licensed as a venue for weddings and civil ceremonies.
www.stivestowncouncil.co.uk
See www.oldvicarage.com/weddings.php
St. Ives Harbour Hotel has a dedicated Wedding
With so many staggeringly beautiful locations for
team to make all your dreams come true. It is the
your photographs – the Harbour and the many
3rd largest wedding venue in Cornwall so whatever
wonderful beaches – you will be spoilt for choice.
size your party, you will be superbly looked after
And your memories will be timeless!
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WHERE TO STAY Book with Confidence The majority of accommodation
body. All complaints to inspecting bodies must be
establishments advertised in the St Ives
put in writing.
Places to Stay guide have either been inspected under the National Quality
Types of Accommodation
Accommodation Schemes operated by Quality
These pages are colour coded to help you find the
in Tourism (QiT) the AA or a local recognised
type of accommodation you require
scheme such as Quality in Cornwall.
Self Catering - Self catering properties are now
If you are looking for a hotel, guesthouse, self-
awarded one to five stars based upon overall
catering cottage or holiday park, you will be
quality of facilities provided. Properties with the
guaranteed quality accommodation.
highest star ratings may provide additional facilities
If they have not been inspected they will not
Hotel Accommodation - Hotels are awarded one
display any accreditation logos in the advertisers’
to five stars based upon overall quality, range of
index.
facilities and level of service provided
How to Book
Guest Accommodation - Guest houses, bed
Contact the establishment direct to make your
and breakfasts, inns and farmhouses are awarded
booking and be advised to check the price when
one to five stars based upon service, hospitality,
making your enquiry. Please ensure you mention
cleanliness, bedrooms, bathrooms, and food.
the St Ives V&IC. St Ives V&IC offers an advance booking service for hotels, bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation. Please ring 0905 252 2250 for details. Alternatively you can book online at www.stivestic.co.uk
Complaints In the first instance please take up any complaint with the owner or manager of the establishment concerned. If you are still not satisfied with the outcome please contact the relevant inspecting
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Holiday Parks ( QiT) - Holiday, caravan and motor home touring and camping parks are awarded one to five based on the overall quality of service, cleanliness and facilities provided. Holiday Parks (AA) - The AA awards from one to five pennants to camping and parks Quality in Cornwall - Awarded by an independent assessor to ensure establishment is Legal, safe and clean. 0905 252 2250
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For unique Cornish holiday accommodation with a great location, contact us today on 01736 753445 or email info@quayhousehayle.co.uk
... Close to nature, close to St Ives An outstanding Cornish Inn that is just ten minutes from St Ives and Carbis Bay by car or train.
Enjoy sumptuous, private accommodation in one of our lovely garden lodges.
In a beautiful location on the RSPB Nature Reserve at Hayle Estuary.
Our restaurants offer delicious homemade dishes created from fresh local produce.
A peaceful, relaxing haven right on the water’s edge, with glorious estuary views.
The Old Quay House, Griggs Quay, Lower Lelant, Hayle TR27 6JG
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St Ives H lidays With Hundreds of quality properties in the St Ives Area giving you spectacular beaches, walks, fun for the kids and one of the most recognised and loved harbours in the UK.
www.StIvesHolidays.com 01736 794686 mail@stivesholidays.com
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Villamorva Bed & Breakfast
5 min from sea, galleries and restaurants AWARD-WINNING BOUTIQUE HOTEL NESTLED ON THE EDGE OF ST IVES
Locally sourced food where possible Luxury king size double beds made in Cornwall Tariff from £65 - £95 www.villamorva.co.uk
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boskerrishotel.co.uk 0044 (0) 1736 795295 reservations@boskerrishotel.co.uk
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Highly recommended 4 star licensed B&B. Stylish, modern ensuite rooms, Seaviews Central. Wifi. Parking. www.carlillguesthouse.co.uk 9 Porthminster Terrace. St.Ives. Cornwall. TR26 2DQ Tel: 01736 796738
GREAT BREAKFASTS SPECTACULAR VIEWS
2 MINUTES FROM TOWN 01736 795427
hello@littleleafguesthouse.co.uk littleleafguesthouse.co.uk
All rooms en-suite. Continental Breakfast. A dog friendly room. Cot friendly rooms. Free WiFi & parking. Single, twin, doubles & family rooms. The only thing that’s budget is the price.
www.greenapplecornwall.co.uk 01736 600 020 St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives
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T: +44 (0)1736 798858 E: info@gonwin-manor.co.uk
www.gonwin-manor.co.uk
EXCLUSIVE BEAUTY TREATMENTS HYDRAFACIAL / SKINCEUTICALS FACIALS / RODIAL FACIALS / SKIN PEELS / HD BROWS / LET’S GO LASHES / TEETH WHITENING / MASSAGE / OPI NAIL TREATMENTS / ST TROPEZ SPRAY TANNING / ILLAMASQUA MAKEUP
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St Ives eco-inspired retreat Luxury holiday properties with exclusive access to the retreat’s organic spa, restaurant and leisure facilities which rest amongst nature, moments from the sea. Opening Spring 2014 unastives.co.uk
01637 317007
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stay somewhere special Enjoy 4 and 5 star luxury with Blue Chip Holidays. We have a gorgeous range of self catering properties, from cosy cottages to high tech spec in beautifully stylish apartments; our holidays are perfect for couples, families and even your pets.
Book online at www.bluechipholidays.co.uk or call us on 0844 704 8552
Stay in style in St. Ives
Proud to showcase Cornwall’s finest selection of luxury holiday homes, cottages and apartments Call now to book or come in and see us at our St. Ives office: 4 Tregenna Hill, St. Ives TR26 1SF
tel: 0844 800 2813 | email: enquiries@cornishgems.com
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A selection of modern and traditional self-catering properties throughout Cornwall, Devon and South West Wales
Tel: 01736
794024 www.powells.co.uk
Luxury Holiday Cottages www.cherishedcottages.co.uk
Call us to book your stay
0844 809 9170
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Cornish Riviera Holidays Carefully selected fisherman’s cottages and harbourside flats all in the heart of St Ives, famous for its picturesque town and five golden sandy beaches, turquoise water and clear light.
www.cornishrivieraholidays.co.uk Call for a brochure or an owner’s pack 01736 797891
Holiday cottage in the heart of old St. Ives. Sleeps 5
Close to beaches and restaurants. Tripadvisor recommended. Full details at www.1islandsquare.co.uk or contact Charles Harmer on +44 (0) 7710649980 email: bookings@1islandSquare.co.uk
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5* family touring
& Camping breaks st ives
EXPLORE everything Cornwall
Call: +44 (0)1736 795640 reception@polmanter.co.uk P o l m a n t e r To u r i n g P a r k St Ives, Cornwall TR26 3LX
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CAMPING
Right on the beach!
In beautiful St. Ives Bay
• CHALETS • CARAVANS • CAMPING HAYLE CORNWALL Tel: 01736 753080
stivesbay.co.uk • 0800 317713
www.beachside.co.uk
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A-Z OF ADVERTISERS
A-Z OF ADVERTISERS Places to Stay Amie B&B H H H QiT Spernen Close, Carbis Bay, St Ives, TR26 2QT - 01736 797643 Bed & Breakfast Carlill H H H H QiT 9 Porthminster, Terrace, St Ives TR26 2DQ - 01736 796738 Bed & Breakfast Carlyon Guest House H H H QiT 18 The Terrace, St Ives TR26 2BP 01736 795317 Bed & Breakfast Chy An Gwedhen H H H H QiT St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2JN - 01736 798684 Bed & Breakfast Chy Conyn H H H H AA 8 Ayr Terrace, St Ives TR26 1ED 01736 798068 Bed & Breakfast Chy Karenza 5 Ventnor Terrace, St Ives TR26 1DY 01736 600008 Bed & Breakfast Cornerways H H H H QiT 1 Bethesda Place, St Ives TR26 1PA 01736 796706 Bed & Breakfast Green Apple H H H AA St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives 01736 600 020 Bed & Breakfast Lamorna Lodge H H H H Gold AA Boskerris Road, Carbis Bay St Ives TR26 2NG - 01736 795967 Bed & Breakfast Little Leaf H H H H AA 16, Park Avenue, St Ives TR26 2DN - 01736 795427 Bed & Breakfast Mustard Tree H H H H AA St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2JX - 01736 795677 Bed & Breakfast Old Quay House QiC Griggs Quay, Hayle TR27 6JG 01736 753 445 Bed & Breakfast Rivendell H H H H AA 7 Porthminster, Terrace, St Ives TR26 2DQ - 01736 794923 Bed & Breakfast
Seabreeze H H H H QiT 5 Higher Trewidden Road The Belyars, St Ives TR26 2DP 01736 797549 Bed & Breakfast The Old Count House H H H HAA 1 Trenwith Square, St Ives TR26 1DQ - 01736 795369 Bed & Breakfast The Old Vicarage H H H H AA Parc-an-Creet, St Ives TR26 2ES - 01736 796124 Bed & Breakfast The Regent H H H H AA Fernlea Terrace St Ives TR26 2BH 01736 796195 Bed & Breakfast Thurlestone Guest House H H H H AA St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2RT - 01736 796369 Bed & Breakfast Villamorva 5 North Terrace, St Ives TR26 1QL - 01736 795666 Bed & Breakfast Westcliff Guest House QiC Beach Road, St Ives TR26 1JY 01736 797708 Bed & Breakfast Wheal-e-mine H H H H Gold AA 9 Belmont Terrace St Ives TR26 1DZ - 01736 795051 Bed & Breakfast Ayr Holiday Park H H H H H AA Higher Ayr, St Ives TR26 1EJ 01736 795855 Camping & Caravans Beachside Holiday Park H H H H QiT Phillack, Hayle TR27 5AW 01736 753080 Camping & Caravans Polmanter H H H H H AA H H H H H QIT Halsetown, St Ives TR26 3LX 01736 795640 Camping &Caravans St Ives Bay Holiday Park H H H H QIT 73 Loggans Road, Upton Towans Hayle TR27 5BH - 0800 317713 Camping & Caravans www.stivestic.co.uk
St Ives Campers Covering St Ives 01736796020 Camper Van Hire The Old Chapel Backpackers The Old Chapel,Zennor, St Ives TR26 3DA 01736 798307 Hostel Boskerris Hotel H H H QiT Boskerris Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2NQ 01736 795295 Hotel Carbis Bay Hotel H H H AA H H H QiT Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2NP 01736 795311 Hotel Longships Hotel QiC 1 - 2 Talland Road, St Ives TR26 2DF 01736 798180 Hotel St Ives Harbour Hotel H H H AA The Terrace, St Ives TR26 2BN 01736 795221 Hotel Blue Hayes Private Hotel H H H QiT Trelyon Avenue, St Ives TR26 2AD 01736 797129 Private Hotel 1 Island Square H H H H QiT St Ives TR26 1NX (0)7710 649980 Self Catering Aspects Quality Accredited Agency (QiT) The Wharf, St Ives TR26 1PU 01736 754242 Self Catering Blue Chip Holidays Quality Accredited Agency (QiT) A self catering agency covering StIves 08447 048552 Bluewater H H H H QIT 34 Back Road East, St Ives TR26 1PF - 07828812479 Self Catering Brunnion Barns H H H H QiT Lelant Downs TR27 6NT 01747 828170 Self Catering Carbis Bay Holidays H H H H / H H H H H QiT Riverside, St Ives Road Carbis Bay TR26 2RT 01736 630015 Self Catering
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Cherished Cottages Covering St Ives 0844 809 9170 Self Catering Agency Cheriton Self Catering H H H / H H H H QiT Market Place, St Ives TR26 1RZ 01736 795083 Self Catering Chymor, Premier & Chy An Chy Appts H H H QiT Harbour Front, St Ives TR26 1QA 01736 798798 Self Catering Coastguard View H H H H QIT 2 Stones Court, Albert Road St Ives TR26 2EH 07739753327 Self Catering Cornish Gems H H H H / H H H H H QiT A self catering agency covering St Ives - 01872 241 241 Self Catering Cornish Riviera Holidays Quality Accredited Agency (QiT) Westcotts Quay TR26 2DY 01736 797891 Gonwin Manor Farm H H H H H QiT Gonwin, Farmhouse Gonwin Manor Dr, Carbis Bay TR26 3GN 01736 798858 Self Catering Gran’s Cottage H H H QiT 93A Back Road East, St Ives TR26 1PF 01872 560644 Self Catering Langridge 56 Back Road East, St Ives TR26 1PF - 07729 633 869 Self Catering Molly Beach Chalet 2 Gwithian Sands, Upton Towans, Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BL - 01736 796 100 Self Catering Morveren QAA QiT 2 Gallinas Point, Talland Road St Ives TR26 2FD 01736 754242 Self Catering Powells Cottages St Andrews St, St Ives, TR26 1AH 01736 794024 Self Catering St Ives Holidays High Street, St. Ives TR26 1RS 01736 794686 Self Catering St Nicholas Court H H H / H H H H QIT
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The Island, St Ives TR26 1SZ 023 8026 7939 Self Catering Stargazy Quality in Cornwall 8 The Meadow, St Ives TR26 1HX 01797 229668 Self Catering Surf Break Quality in Cornwall Bishops Road, The Belyars 01736 793114 Self Catering The House with a Garden Upstairs H H H QiT 9 Ayr Lane, St Ives TR26 1JL 020 8870 3228 Self Catering Trecillian Barn QiC An Jue Green, Near Trevalgan St Ives TR26 3BJ 07732 037630 Self-Catering Tremedda & Leeze 5* QiT Wheal Venture Road St Ives TR26 2PQ 01736 753779 Self Catering Trevalgan Holiday Barns H H H H QiT Trevalgan Farm, St Ives TR26 3BJ - 01736 756252 Self Catering Trevalgan Holiday Farm H H H H QiT Trevalgan, St Ives TR26 3BJ 01736 796529 Self Catering Una St Ives Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 3HW 01637 317007 Self Catering Watersedge Self Catering Quality in Cornwall Riviere Towans, Phillack, Hayle TR27 5AF - 07967973696 Self Catering Wheal Trenwith H H H H AA 1 Trenwith Square, St Ives TR26 1DQ 07976 380672 Self Catering Zennor Studio QiC Towednack, St Ives TR26 3AY 01736 794304 Self Catering St Ives Tourism Association Registered Address; PO Box 4, St Ives TR26 1AA.
Activities & Attractions Alexandra Dickens Gallery Back Road West, St Ives TR26 1NL - 01736796288
Ancient Stones of Kernow St Ives TR26 1BB - 01736 797312 Art Space The Wharf St Ives TR26 1PU 01736 799744 Back Road Artworks Back Road East, St Ives TR26 1NP - 01736 791571 Belgrave 22 Fore Street St Ives TR26 1HE 01736 794888 Boathouse Theatre Carn Glaze Place, Bethesda Hill TR26 1PB - 07985261 181 Desiree Hope Gallery Unit 2, Harbour Galleries, Wharf Road TR26 1LF 01736 793456 Dolly P Wharf Road TR26 1LF 0777 300 8000 English + Ayr TR26 1EQ - 01736 799213 Farmers’ Market Guild Hall Street, An Pol TR26 2DS - 01736 795387 Guided Tours of St Ives Guildhall Street An Pol TR26 2DS - 07816 180639 Heartlands Robinson’s Shaft, Dudnance Lane, Pool TR15 3QY 01209 722320 Kernow Coasteering Penzance TR18 4SX 07734 343954 Kidz R Us Lower Stennack, TR26 1QG - 01736 797007 Leach Pottery Higher Stennack TR26 2HE - 01736 799703 Marine Discovery of Penzance Penzance Harbour TR18 2LL 07749 277110 New Street Gallery Penzance TR18 2LZ 01736 361222 Penhalwyn Trekking Centre & School Goon Mine, Mellyn, Halsetown TR26 3AW - 01736 796461 Penlee House Gallery and Museum Morrab Road Penzance TR18 4HE - 01736 363625 Shanty Baba Westcotts Quay 0905 252 2250
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Shopping Colenso 2A Gabriel Street St Ives TR26 2LU - 01736 796711 Crowan Crafts Cheriton House, 11 Market Place TR26 1RZ - 01736 796285 I Should CoCo 39 Fore Street TR26 1HE 01736 798756 Red Hot Sal Cyril Noall Square, 46 Fore St, TR26 1HE - 01736 799808
St Ives Framing 15-16 St Andrews Street TR26 1AH - 01736 793 617
Places to Eat Burger Blas The Warren St Ives TR26 2EA - 01736 797272 Halsetown Inn Halsetown TR26 3NA 01736 795583 Mermaid Seafood Restaurant 21 Fish Street TR26 1LT 01736 796816 Oven Door Tregenna Pl St Ives TR26 1SD - 01736 793323 Porthgwidden Beach & Café Porthgwidden TR26 1PL 01736 796791 Porthmeor Beach & Café Porthmeor TR26 1JZ 01736 793 366 Porthminster Beach & Café Porthminster TR26 2EB 01736 795352 Rajpoot 6 Gabriel St, St Ives TR26 2LU 01736 795307 Seagrass Restaurant Fish Street TR26 1LT 01736 793763 St Ives Brewery Mushroom Farm, Halestown TR26 3LZ 01736 793488 The Albatross Chapel Street TR26 2LR 01736 798 492 The Balancing Eel 10 Back Lane TR26 1LR 01736 796792 The Bean Inn St Ives Road CARBIS BAY TR26 2RT - 01736 795918 The Digey Food Room 6 The Digey, TR26 1HR 01736 799600 The Mex Gabriel Street St Ives TR26 2LU 01736 796711
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Letting Agents Lanhams High Street, St. Ives, TR26 1RS 01736 798841
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Taxi Carbis Bay Private Hire Covers the area 07919 596 403 www.stivestic.co.uk
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USEFUL INFORMATION Getting to St. Ives
Country Trains. If you require
throughout summer months).
any additional information on By Car
train times and services then
An aeroplane service to the
Leave the M5 motorway just
contact National Rail Enquiries
Isles of Scilly (St Marys)is
after Exeter at junction 31 and
(08457 48 49 50). The final
also available on the Isles of
join the A30. The journey to St.
leg of the train journey to St.
Scilly Skybus from Land’s End.
Ives will take approximately
Ives will include a change at
For travel enquiries contact
2 hours. Continue on the
St. Erth Station to join the
0845 7105555 or visit www.
A30 bypassing Hayle, take
picturesque coastal branch line.
islesofscilly-travel.co.uk
the second exit at the next
The train leaves St. Erth and
roundabout and go straight on
stops at Lelant Saltings, Carbis
Travel Conatcts
at the first mini-roundabout.
Bay and St. Ives.
FlyBe (0871) 700 5000
If you want to drive into town, turn left at the second mini
Park and Ride
roundabout, following the
With car access to the town
signposts. Alternatively use
centre restricted and sometimes
the Park & Ride Train service
very difficult, especially in
(signposted).
summertime, why not leave your car at Lelant Saltings and
By Coach
let the train take the strain?
Long distance scheduled coach
Located here is a Park and Ride
services within the county
to St. Ives by train. Enjoy the 3
and beyond are operated
mile journey to St. Ives on one
as commercial concerns by
of the frequent trains along the
National Express. The town’s
most scenic line in Cornwall.
bus station is at the Malakoff.
You arrive within easy walking
National Express tickets are
distance of the town centre,
available from the Visitor &
harbour and beaches.
Information Centre. The trains run approximately By Rail
every 30 minutes throughout the
There are regular train services
day and into the evening.
from London Paddington and if you don’t want to miss a day
By Air
of your well earned break then
Newquay Airport is
why not travel on the overnight
approximately 50 minutes
Riviera sleeper operated
drive from St. Ives. At the time
by First Great Western. If you
of going to print, year-round
are travelling from the North
destinations include Gatwick,
or Midlands the main line
Manchester and the Isles of
services are operated by Cross
Scilly (with additional routes
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EasyJet www.easyjet.com Newquay Cornwall Airport 01637 860600 newquaycornwallairport.com SkyBus 08457 105555 islesofscilly-travel.co.uk National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 nationalrail.co.uk National Express 08717 818178 nationalexpress.com Traveline 0871 2002233 travelinesw.com Western Greyhound 01637 871871 westerngreyhound.com First Bus 0845 600 1420 Firstgroup.com Cornwall Public Transport 0300 1234 222 0905 252 2250
USEFUL INFORMATION
Banks
Council Offices
Barclays Bank High Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RT (Cashpoint) HSBC 5 High Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RX (Cashpoint) Lloyds High Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RY (Cashpoint) Nat West Bank, Tregenna Hill, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1ST (Cashpoint) Yorkshire Building Society 11 High Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RS
St Ives Town Council The Guildhall, Streetan-Pol, St Ives 01736 797840
Pharmacies Boots High Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RS 01736 795072 Leddra Fore Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1AB 01736 795432 Boots Stennack Surgery, The Old Stennack School, Stennack, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1RU -01736 795047 Boots Pharmacy West Cornwall Shopping Centre, on the A30 near Hayle 01736 756843
Cornwall Council One Stop Shop, The Library, Gabriel Street, St Ives TR26 2LX 0300 1234 100
St Ives Harbour Master Smeatons Pier, St. Ives, TR26 1LP 01736 795018
Dentists Pearly Whites Dental Surgery 2 Tregenna Hill, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1SF 01736 798463 Poznansky J.B. & Zbos Dental Surgeons Tregenna Hill, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1SF 01736 796260 Carbis Bay Dental Practice, St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1SF 01736 793090 If you have a dental emergency, call the NHS Dental Helpline on 01872 354375 and an answerphone message will provide you with information on how to obtain emergency
Cinema
dental treatment.
Royal Cinema Royal Square St Ives
Doctors The Stennack Surgery Stennack, St Ives
01736 793333 www. thestennacksurgery. co.uk Minor injuries unit. West Cornwall Hospital (Penzance), St Clare Street, Penzance TR18 2PF T: 01736 874000 Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro - 01872 250000
Library St Ives Library, Gabriel Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2LX 0300 1234 111
Post Office Main Post Office 11 Tregenna Hill, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1SE Sub Post Office Fore Street, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1LH
Veterinary Service St Ives Veterinary Service, Trenwith Lane, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 1DA 01736 798333
Places of Worship The Vine Elim St Ives Infants School, The Burrows, 01736 796 628 www.thevine-stives. org.uk/ Church of England St Ives Parish Church Market Place 01736 796404 St Johns in the Fields The Stennack 01736 796404
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www.achurchnearyou. com/sjif/ St Anta Church Porthrepta Road, Carbis Bay 01736 796206 Towednack Parish Church Towednack Catholic Church Sacred Heart & St. Ia Tregenna Hill, Tel: 01736 362 619 Salvation Army St Ives Corps, Wharf Road, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LF Tel: +44 (0)1736 795605 Email: st.ives@ salvationarmy.org.uk Fore Street Methodist Church Fore Street, St Ives 01736 798530 www.fore-streetmethodist-church-stives.org.uk United Methodist Church Bedford Road www.st-ivesunitedchurch.org.uk Hellesveor Methodist Chapel Hellesveor Bible Christian Methodist Church St Peters Street Chy an Gweal Methodist Church St Ives Road, Carbis Bay Carbis Bay Wesley St Ives Road, Carbis Bay Countess of Huntingdon’s Connexion Zion Community Church Fore Street, St Ives
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H O L I DAY PARK
Tents, Touring Caravans, Flats Houses and Holiday Caravans Book online at
www.ayrholidaypark.co.uk
Self Catering, Touring Caravan and Camping Holidays in St. Ives, Cornwall. Ayr Holiday Park is the only Holiday Park in St Ives itself, less than half a mile from the beaches, town centre and harbour.
St Ives, Cornwall TR26 1EJ
Tel: 01736 795855
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