Weekend Winter Breaks

Conor Fletcher

Weekends in St Ives are the best way to take advantage of Cornwall's wonderful, dramatic coast. With chillier weather, you can immerse yourself in spending days out walking the Cornish coastline and enjoying the picturesque views that come with it, St Ives Bay offers adventure in every direction as the Cornish countryside has plenty of hidden gems waiting for you. Staying in our luxury self catering accommodation allows for the perfect St Ives holiday so here are some of our top picks of what to get up to on a winter weekend in St Ives.

Coastal Walks

What's nicer than heading outside and following your feet? With coastal paths and public footpaths winding their way from St Ives to Penzance you can meander your way around the county and take in the wonderous landscape of this part of the world. Throughout winter it's always best to come prepared so with your wet-weather gear in tow you can enjoy the vast opportunity awaiting you throughout your time in St Ives.

Art Courses

St Ives is renowned for its artistic heritage and you can look no further than the Sail Lofts if you're looking for an artistic weekend. With a private collection of St Ives and Modern British artists on the walls of our award-winning accommodation you can feel right at home in Cornwall's artistic capital. Mere moments away are Porthmeor Studios and a plethora of galleries to take in and, of course, the Tate, overlooking the sands of Porthmeor Beach. Art classes take place throughout the year all over the town so there's no better time to visit.

Pre-Christmas Shopping Breaks

St Ives is, of course, wonderful to take advantage of if you're looking for a relaxing break in which you can indulge and immerse yourself in the wonderful variety of shopping that has a little bit of Cornwall's charm. With boutique and independent shops throughout the town, you can find that special something that makes for a wonderful Christmas gift.

If you're looking for a last minute winter escape, want to enjoy St Ives before the festive season takes full swing or looking to start the New Year on the South West coast, St Ives is the perfect place to start. Our luxury self catering accommodation is perfect for couples, families or solo travelers so why not get in touch with the team on 01736 799175 or take a look at our availability to get your plans in place?