Shock and dismay as Premier Inn decision fails the St Ives community

St Ives Town Council and the local Cornwall Councillor have today expressed shock and dismay on the announcement that Premier Inn have won their planning appeal for a 90 bedroom hotel at Trewidden Road, St Ives. A full account of the appeal decision can be read HERE. But, in summary the planning inspector considered a […]
NOTICE OF TWO TOWN COUNCILLOR VACANCIES – FULL APPLICATION PACK

Following the outcome of the Town and Parish Elections which took place on 1st May, two seats are vacant in the Lelant Ward and the Town Council has resolved to fill the vacancies by co-option. Any eligible person who wishes to put themselves forward should contact the Town Council at the address shown below. The deadline […]
Notice of Poll – Election of Town Councillors for St Ives Town Council Halestown ward

Cornwall Council has published the Notice of Poll for St Ives Town Council Halestown ward. There are 7 candidates for 5 seats on Halestown ward and the election for this ward will take place on Thursday 1st May, between 7.00am and 10.00pm, at the following Polling Stations. Ayr Scout Hut, Ayr, St IvesChurch Hall – […]
St Ives Commemorates VE Day 8th May 2025

In accordance with the national commemorations of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, celebrating 80 years of peace since the end of World War II in Europe, St Ives will be marking the day with the following events and invite the community to join together to celebrate peace in Europe. The Programme of activities: The […]
Licencing Pleasure Boat Operators: the facts
Understandably, many people are asking questions in relation to recent social media coverage about pleasure boat operators along the St Ives seafront. The implication of the posts is that businesses are being prevented from trading or are facing an uncertain future. Nothing could be further from the truth. Since 2021, local pleasure boat businesses have […]
Local Elections Update – Notice Of Uncontested Election

The Wards of St Ives West, St Ives East & Carbis Bay and Lelant are uncontested meaning nominated candidates will be elected automatically. There are 7 candidates for 5 seats on Halestown Ward and the Election for this Ward will take place on Thursday 1st May. You must be on the electoral register to be […]
St Ives Town Council officially handover the keys of former Porthmeor Bowling Club House to St Ives Surf Lifesaving Club

St Ives Town Council Cornwall is thrilled to be able to offer St Ives Surf Life Saving Club a new home at the former Porthmeor Bowling Club House. The club has worked with many generations of children growing up in the parish, passing on valuable life skills and experience, essential for a community which lives […]
St Ives Kite Fest 2025 – Soaring into Spring! Saturday 29 March – St Ives Island

Spring in St Ives is truly magical. Clear blue skies, crisp sea air, and expansive skies. As the clocks spring forward and we leap into a new season it’s perfect time to embrace the elements with a fun, free event for everyone – St Ives Kite Fest 2025 is back, ready to lift your spirits and […]
National Grid to Complete Urgent Electrical Works for Market House – update

The National Grid have begun their short programme of essential works to address a fault discovered on the incoming supply as part of the project development works. Initially it was thought that a road closure would be needed during the day time, however, the National Grid are working overnight to complete the works, meaning the […]
The St Ives Town Council (Off Street Parking Places) Order 2025

Notice is hereby given that St Ives Town Council proposes to make a new Order, pursuant to Section 35(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and all other enabling powers, to be known as the St Ives Town Council (Off Street Parking Places) Order 2025. The proposed Order will include provisions in relation to […]