St Ives is riding a new wave of cool this summer with the expansion of Tate St Ives. Families will enjoy double the gallery space when it reopens on 17 May with a major new exhibition called Relocating St Ives. The iconic seaside gallery is celebrating its 21st birthday with family activities throughout the summer, including a sculpture quest at the Barbara Hepworth Museum and beach art workshops, many of which are free.
Price: Combined entry to Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden costs £11 for adults, under-18s are free.
More info: tate.org.uk/visit/tate-st-ives
TOP TIPS:
While you’re in St Ives…
Keep an eye on the Hub Box in St Ives for a variety of family-friendly foodie pop-ups this summer, featuring burgers, hot dogs and craft beer.
More info: hub-stives.co.uk
Where to shop…
Roo’s beach in porth and mawgan porth is cornwall’s answer to Urban Outfitters.
More info: RoosBeach.co.uk
Where to stay…
We recommend The Tide House