by stiveslocal | Nov 9, 2022 | Features
Gardener Polly Carter describes her project to restore the St Ives garden where a great writer spent her childhood summers. Every year, between 1882 and 1894, Virginia Woolf and her family stayed at Talland House, in St Ives. The house is now flats, and I knew from...
by stiveslocal | Jan 21, 2022 | community news, Features
Can panto season extend into April? Oh yes, it can, as Kidz R Us announces dates for its Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates show. “Set sail with us on this exotic voyage and enjoy the fabulous costumes, lively dancing, and toe-tapping tunes, all mixed together with...
by stiveslocal | Oct 13, 2021 | Features
The St Ives School of Painting has extended its provision for the 13 to 16 age group with the introduction of the Porthmeor Art Collective. This is a free online programme which can be accessed all over the UK. It commences on 12th October. Youth arts manager, Cat...
by stiveslocal | Sep 6, 2021 | Features, News
The worlds of art and film will converge at this year’s St Ives September Festival — and the circus is coming to town! Pirates of the Carabina are among the festival stars Two iconic films focusing on the St Ives arts scene will have special screenings at St Ives Arts...
by stiveslocal | Aug 17, 2021 | Features
A unique collection of works by acclaimed potter John Leach has gone on display at the place he was born — the Leach Pottery. The eldest grandson of Bernard Leach, the trailblazing father of British studio pottery, John (pictured above) trained under the watchful eye...
by stiveslocal | Jul 28, 2021 | Features
Sean McCormack, head vet at dog food specialist tails.com, shares his top tips for keeping you and your dog safe. Beware of hot sand Sand can become extremely hot and reach dangerous temperatures during the summer months. Your dog’s sensitive paw pads could easily...
