West Cornwall
Singles in and around St Ives
St Ives is one of Cornwall's most famous seaside towns, with golden beaches, narrow streets, a working harbour and a strong arts scene. For a first date there's a walk along Porthmeor Beach, a visit to the Barbara Hepworth garden, or a stroll round the harbour and out to the Island. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in St Ives
Three easy places to meet someone new in St Ives. Check opening times before you go.
Porthmeor Beach and Tate St Ives
A wide surf beach with the Tate gallery beside it. The gallery is ticketed, so check prices and opening times, or just enjoy the beach.
The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
The sculptor's former home and studio, with a peaceful garden full of her work. It is ticketed, so check prices and opening times.
The harbour and the Island
A walk round the harbour, along Smeaton's Pier and up to the chapel on the Island for views over the bay. Easy to cut short if the weather turns.
Around St Ives
Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: St Ives town centre, Carbis Bay, Lelant, Halsetown, Zennor and Porthmeor.
Getting there: The St Ives Bay Line runs from St Erth to St Ives, with views over Carbis Bay and Porthminster Beach. The town is very busy in summer, so check car parks and the park and ride at Lelant Saltings before you travel.
Go Cornwall Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from St Ives and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in St Ives
What is a good first date in St Ives?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk along Porthmeor Beach, a visit to the Barbara Hepworth garden and a stroll round the harbour. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to St Ives?
The St Ives Bay Line runs from St Erth to St Ives, with views over Carbis Bay and Porthminster Beach. The town is very busy in summer, so check car parks and the park and ride at Lelant Saltings before you travel.
Can I join Go Cornwall Dating from St Ives?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Cornwall Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in St Ives?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.