Guided Walking at St Ives

Chy Morvah, meaning “house by the sea”, has spectacular panoramic views and is situated in the attractive seaside town of St Ives. A 10 minute downhill walk will take you to the harbour and old town, a maze of narrow streets and artists’ galleries. There are also two excellent sandy beaches which are very popular with families in the summer.

St Ives has a full range of facilities including shops, banks, chemists, pubs and cafes.

During your stay at Chy Morvah you may enjoy visiting the following places of interest:

St Ives

St Ives has plenty to offer including two glorious sandy beaches. The harbour front is always bustling with activity, and there are numerous artists’ galleries to enjoy.  Join a Lantern Ghost Walk led by renowned local storyteller and historian Shanty Baba – enjoy a fun-filled wander through St Ives to reveal the darker past of this historic seaside town!

Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Gallery

Opened in 1993, this branch of the Tate Gallery celebrates Cornwall’s rich artistic legacy. You may also wish to visit the Barbara Hepworth Gallery, the former studio of this celebrated sculptor.

Eden Project

Justifiably popular with visitors, the fascinating ‘Biomes’ of the Eden Project house a flamboyant collection of plants from around the world.

St Michael’s Mount

Reached by crossing the tidal causeway (or by boat at high tide), St Michael’s Mount is a prominent local landmark. Visit the stately castle on the summit and the attractive gardens (National Trust).

Minack Theatre

Carved from the cliffs, the Minack Theatre offers outdoor performances in a most dramatic setting. An evening theatre visit is often offered to guests staying at Chy Morvah (May to September).

Lost Gardens of Helligan

These restored gardens are famed for their displays of rhododendrons and camellias.

National Seal Sanctuary

Situated at Gweek beside the Helford Estuary, the seal sanctuary cares for injured or abandoned seals, before returning them to the wild.

Isles of Scilly

Take a day excursion to visit the Isles of Scilly (though bear in mind these trips are dependent on tides and sea conditions).

Geevor Tin Mine

Located on the historic site of one of the largest preserved mine sites in the country, housed in 2 acres of listed buildings, Geevor’s outstanding collections tell the story of Cornwall’s industrial mining past.

Porthcurno Telegraph Museum

Visit Cornwall's secret wartime communications centre, under Porthcurno. Undersea cables fanned out from the beach to all parts of the Empire and beyond. The tunnels, built in World War II, house a unique museum of historical equipment, dating back to the 1870s.