St Ives guides
Local guides to St Ives, written from the doorstep.
The questions guests ask us most — where to park, whether the dog can come on the beach, how to reach us by train, and how to spend a weekend here without wasting half of it in the car.
Practical
Parking in St Ives: an honest guide
Where the car parks actually are, which ones fill first, and why the park and ride is often the calmest way to arrive.
Dogs
Dog friendly beaches in St Ives — and when dogs are allowed
The seasonal restrictions explained beach by beach, plus the sands where dogs are welcome all year round.
Short breaks
A perfect weekend in St Ives: a two-night itinerary for couples
A relaxed Friday-to-Sunday plan built around walking distance, good food and not moving the car once.
Short breaks
A winter short break in St Ives for couples with dogs
Why the quiet months are the good ones — no beach restrictions, easy parking, an empty coast path and lower rates.
Practical
Getting to St Ives without a car
The mainline to St Erth, the branch line into town, the sleeper from Paddington — and the last half mile with a dog and luggage.