Often described as Cornwall’s ‘Jewel in the Crown’, St. Ives has become one the UK’s most highly sought after holiday destinations.
Situated on the Atlantic coast, St. Ives enjoys a warm, temperate climate thanks to the Gulf stream and westerly winds from the Azores. It has golden sandy beaches, clear Atlantic waters and wonderful coastal scenery.
There are over 30 commercial art galleries, along with the Tate Gallery, the Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Museum and the Leach Pottery. And it has an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés.
The old Cornish fishing village area of St. Ives, known as ‘Downlong’ is designated as a Conservation Area and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
