There’s no doubt about it, St Ives is a Mecca when it comes down to golden sandy beaches… we are totally spoiled for choice. Whether an annual summer holiday, a day trip for the locals or budding surfers, there are plenty of beaches to enjoy …. oh, and that includes our four legged friends – always welcome any time of … Read More
Storm Watching in Cornwall
If you are making the trip down to our beautiful patch of the world this winter, you could well be met with a spectacular storm battering the Cornish coast. Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis have passed through already this February and being Cornwall, we are probably not out the woods yet on the wild weather front. Read on for our … Read More
Rosamunde Pilcher: Her Life’s Work
Over the course of her writing career – a career that, incidentally, spans over 60 years -Pilcher has become internationally recognised and praised. Her novels are sold all over the world and have amassed over 60 million sales, her success labelling her as one the most celebrated contemporary female authors. It’s safe to say, Pilcher’s pretty good at what she … Read More
Rosamunde Pilcher – The German Link
If you already know of Rosamunde Pilcher, you’ll be aware that she is up there with the greatest of female contemporary writers, having sold more than 60 million novels worldwide. However, despite her success, she isn’t really that well-known in the UK. Not in the way that we all know Shakespeare, C.S Lewis or George Orwell. Even here in Cornwall, … Read More
What Beaches Are There Near St Ives
Whatever reason you come to Cornwall for a holiday, it’s pretty much impossible not to spend some time on the beach. With so many of Cornwall’s important towns and landmarks being located on the coast, you’re never far away from sun and sand. Probably the most famous Cornish seaside town of them all, St Ives, is no exception. In fact, … Read More
A Quick Guide to St Ives Cornwall
St Ives is a smorgasbord of sights, sounds and activities for visitors. Combining the historic charm of a Cornish seaside town with a strong contemporary arts, music, and theatre culture, it is no surprise that St Ives is one of the most popular destinations in Cornwall. Whatever you want from your holiday, St Ives is able to provide. From families … Read More