Local Elections – 1st May 2025
On Thursday 1st May 2025, there will be local elections across Cornwall for 87 electoral divisions, including Cornwall Council and all Parish and Town Councils. In the Parish of St Ives, there will be two Cornwall Councillor Divisions, St Ives East and Lelant & Carbis Bay. There will also be elections for 16 seats on […]
National Grid to Complete Urgent Electrical Works for Market House
Commencing the week of 3rd March 2025, National Grid will carry out essential works to address a fault discovered on the incoming supply as part of the project development works. These upgrades must be completed before St Ives Archive fit-out can begin, ensuring the space is fully prepared for its exciting new chapter. To facilitate […]
The Town Council welcomes two new team members
We would like give a warm welcome to two new members of staff at the Town Council. Adam Collins is our new part-time Premises Assistant, and brings a range of skills and experience to ensure our buildings are well maintained. Adam’s career in the Navy means our brassware is already looking very shiny! He is […]
Invitation to Tender (ITT-0001-2026): Cleaning Contract – Public Conveniences on behalf of St Ives Town Council, Cornwall.
St Ives is a busy seaside town in the far South West of England. It is seeking suitably qualified and skilled cleaning contractors to deliver a cleaning service across nine sites and facilities within the parish. The majority of the sites are open all year round, but with some seasonal variation. During the high season, […]
Invitation to Tender: The Market House refurbishment and associated works, Market Place, St Ives
St Ives Town Council is working with St Ives Archive, to undertake the refurbishment of an historic listed building in the heart of St Ives – the Market House. Grant funding has been secured to refurbish the building and renovate the first floor. This will see the Archive relocated from its current premises, back into […]
Statement On Devolution, from The Towns In Cornwall
At a special meeting held on the 7th of November 2024, St Ives Town Council resolved to put its name to the following statement, drafted on behalf of Cornish mayors and towns. “We wish to express support for the following statement on devolution of powers from central government. We support the principle of devolution of […]
Our Maintenance Apprentice gains City and Guilds qualification
Huge congratulations to Joe Farrell for completing his two year City and Guilds in Property Maintenance, achieving a distinction in his knowledge and practical tests. Presenting Joe with his certificate and a toolkit, Councillor Steve Hynes, Chair of the Staffing Committee said “The Council is a small employer, but we are proud to be able […]
Tenders invited for roof replacement and associated works at the Old Fire Station, St Andrews Lane
St Ives Town Council is undertaking the refurbishment of an empty heritage building in the heart of St Ives – the former fire station, also known as the St John’s Ambulance building. As a first stage of the renovation, tenders are being invited to replace the failing slate roof. The building is not listed, although […]
Lelant Extra Care drop-in event Monday 4th November 2024
Date: Monday 4th November 2024Time: 4.00pm to 7.30pmVenue: Lelant Village Hall, Fore Street, TR26 3JR Cornwall Council are inviting local residents and groups to to attend the Lelant Extra Care drop-in event, taking place on Monday 4th November in Lelant Village Hall. Cornwall’s population is growing and it is also ageing faster than the UK […]
Cornwall Pride comes to St Ives, Saturday 5th October 2024
On Saturday 5th October 2024, Cornwall Pride will take to the streets of St Ives with the world’s largest Pride flag, beginning 12 noon at West Pier. Entertainment will run until 4pm at the Island Centre (re-located form Ayr Park). Please keep an eye on Cornwall Pride’s website and socials for updates. https://cornwallpride.org/celebrate-pride/st-ives-pride https://www.facebook.com/CornwallPride Cornwall […]