{"id":3801,"date":"2024-08-30T11:04:56","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T10:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukc4h.cottage-search.com\/blog\/?p=3801"},"modified":"2025-09-10T10:51:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T09:51:29","slug":"things-to-see-in-st-ives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ukcaravans4hire.com\/blog\/things-to-see-in-st-ives\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to See in St Ives"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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St Ives, the patron saint of holidays\u2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

St Ives is the jewel in the crown of Cornwall<\/a>, and the beauty of a trip to this captivating town is that it\u2019s a place of contrasts, with everything on offer, from beaches and a chilled-out caf\u00e9 culture vibe to cutting-edge contemporary art and a whole host of fantastic water sports.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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So, no matter what kind of holiday you\u2019re looking for, whether it\u2019s a romantic break for two, a fun-filled family trip, or an action-packed group holiday, there is somethiBoscregeng for everyone in St Ives.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Let’s explore the best of St Ives…<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Beaches to see in St Ives\u2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You\u2019ve come to the right place if you\u2019re a beach lover, with not one but five fantastic beaches on offer in the St Ives area.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Porthmeor<\/strong> is known for its surfing credentials, Porthminster<\/strong> is incredibly family-friendly, and Town Beach<\/strong> is lively and bustling.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

At the same time, Bamaluz<\/strong> <\/a>is small but perfectly formed with Porthgwidden<\/a>,<\/strong> a lovely sheltered beach.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

So, what are you waiting for? Pack a picnic, a bucket, and a spade, and look forward to lazy days at the beach.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Art to see in St Ives\u2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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St Ives has been a hub for artists and photographers for many years thanks to its stunning landscape and the infamous quality of light in the area. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Make sure you pay homage to the town\u2019s artistic heritage with a visit to Tate St Ives<\/strong><\/a>, which showcases globally renowned artists like Barbara Hepworth, Naum Gabo, Marlow Moss, and Patrick Heron, who collectively have helped to put St Ives on the map, and which holds regular exhibitions by contemporary artists from all over the world.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden<\/a><\/strong> is well worth a visit while on a trip to St Ives.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The museum holds the largest collection of her works and sculptures and is situated in the home of her Trewyn Studio, which she bought in 1949, moved into in 1950, and lived until she died in 1975.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The museum offers a fascinating insight into her life and allows visitors to see some of her best works in situ.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Things for the family to see in St Ives\u2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Activities For Kids in St Ives<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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You can\u2019t beat a day at the farm to keep the children entertained. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Not only can they get up close and personal with all manner of animals and maybe even get to feed and pet them, but this is a great opportunity for parents to tire out their little angels with woodland walks and indoor and outdoor play areas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Farm parks close to St Ives include:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n