A Long Weekend in St Ives: Beaches, Art and Harbour Views
There is something about St Ives that makes even a few days away feel like a proper escape. One June, during a spell of spectacular weather, I took the opportunity to spend a long weekend there with my mum, and it really didn't disappoint. I had visited the previous September and already knew how much I liked it, but with blue skies, bright sea and a few days to ourselves, St Ives felt like a little piece of paradise. We found a light and airy self-catering place about 15 minutes from the centre. What I had slightly failed to appreciate was that those 15 minutes were mostly uphill. Oops. Still, comfy beds and a garden made the climb worthwhile. Porthmeor, tapas and Tate St Ives We started in style with dinner at Porthmeor Beach Café . Sitting beside the beach with a sea view and a table full of tapas is a rather good way to begin a weekend. We had a little time before our table was ready, so wandered around Tate St Ives and stopped for a coffe...