St Ives
St Ives
St Ives is a charming seaside town located in Cornwall, England, known for its breathtaking natural beauty, picturesque harbor, and thriving art scene. With its narrow, winding cobblestone streets, whitewashed cottages, and spectacular views over the Celtic Sea, it presents a quintessentially British coastal experience.
The town’s history is deeply rooted in fishing and mining, but over the centuries, it has transformed into a creative hub, attracting artists from around the globe. This can be seen in the renowned Tate St Ives, an art gallery showcasing works of modern British artists with a connection to the area. Nearby is the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, which celebrates the life and work of the acclaimed 20th-century sculptor in her former studio and garden.
St Ives is equally famous for its pristine sandy beaches, including Porthmeor Beach, popular among surfers, and the more sheltered Porthminster Beach. Its temperate, oceanic climate, among the mildest in the UK, makes it a favorite holiday destination. The surrounding countryside, with its cliffs and coves, offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and bird watching.
The town itself is brimming with charming cafés, independent boutiques, and seafood restaurants, where you can sample locally caught fish and Cornish specialties. The sense of community is also strong in St Ives, with local festivals like the Feast of St Ives in February and September Festival, a two-week celebration of music and arts, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, nature lover, or simply looking for a tranquil retreat, St Ives offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty that captivates visitors year-round.
Created: 21 June 2023 Edited: 29 November 2023
St Ives
Local History around St Ives
There are some historic monuments around including:
Entrance grave known as Zennor Quoit 600m north-east of Foage FarmStone hut circle 730m west of Foage FarmA small multivallate hillfort known as 'Castle-an-Dinas' which contains an 18th century folly called 'Roger's Tower'Wayside cross in Ludgvan churchyard, 6m south of the churchNeolithic hilltop enclosure and Iron Age defended settlement known as Trencrom CastleHut circles, Higher BussowWayside cross in Ludgvan churchyard, 10m south east of the churchRound cairn 180m WSW of Higher ConquerPortal dolmen called Sperris QuoitRectangular enclosures 700yds (640m) E of TregerthenBowl barrow 260m SSE of Zennor QuoitMedieval wayside cross at Whitecross, near CrowlasStanding stone 340m south of Trye FarmTwo courtyard houses and two stone hut circles 470m north east of NewmillBrunnion Cross, at Brunnion CarnWayside cross called Crowlas Cross, 230m north east of Lower TregenderRound barrow 300yds (270m) SSE of PolhigeyWayside cross in Lelant Lane, 670m north west of St Uny's ChurchWayside cross in Ludgvan churchyard, 8m east of the churchChurchyard cross and wayside cross in St Erth's churchyardRound 300yds (270m) NE of NewmillTwo cist graves 500yds (460m) NE of Tregerthen CottageCourtyard house 150m north east of Trye FarmCross at TreassoweSettlement 450yds (400m) NW of Middle CarnaquiddenWayside cross 70m south of St Uny's Church, LelantCourtyard house 280m north west of Middle CarnaquiddenWayside cross 65m west of St Uny's Church, LelantStanding stone 140m north west of Beersheba FarmA round, courtyard house settlement and two stone hut circles 400m north east of Trye FarmDovecote called the 'Culver House', 330m SSW of Lower Bussow FarmStone hut circle settlement, round cairn and part of a prehistoric field system 500m south of Foage FarmRound cairn 135m west of Little CarnaquiddenPenbeagle CrossChurchyard cross 25m south of St Uny's Church, LelantKerbed cairn 660m WNW of Foage FarmWayside cross 40m west of St Uny's Church, LelantWayside cross 2m south of St Uny's Church, LelantTwo kerbed cairns on Trendrine HillThree wayside crosses in the churchyard of St Sennara's ChurchChysauster courtyard house settlement, fogou, round cairn and part of a prehistoric field systemAncient house and enclosures 250yds (230m) N of Mulfra FarmSea Lane Cross, LelantSt Erth Churchtown crossHut circle settlement at Sperris Croft 500yds (460m) SE of Tregerthen CottageRound 450yds (405m) NW of Lower Chellew FarmCircular enclosure 385m NE of Higher TrenowinWayside cross immediately south of St Towennicus' ChurchChurchyard cross in St Ia's churchyard.
