Welcome to St Ives

St Ives is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the coast of the English Channel and is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning views. The village is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

One of the main attractions of St Ives is its beaches. The village has several beaches, including Porthminster Beach, which is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing. The beach is also home to a number of restaurants and cafes, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal or a drink. Other beaches in the area include Carbis Bay Beach and St Ives Harbour Beach, both of which offer stunning views of the coastline.

In addition to its beaches, St Ives is also known for its art scene. The village has a number of galleries and studios, showcasing the work of local artists. The St Ives School of Painting, which was founded in 1938, is also located in the village and offers a range of courses and workshops for aspiring artists. Overall, St Ives is a charming and picturesque village that offers something for everyone, from its beautiful beaches to its vibrant art scene.

Local Weather

Freezing fog

Temp: -0.6°C

Feels Like: -2.5°C

Wind: 3.4 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
St Ives Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Crossley	Sandy Lane St Ives Ringwood Dorset BH24 2LE 01425475478 School Website
Sheiling School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Ms Andy Walters	Horton Road Ashley Ringwood Dorset BH24 2EB 01425477488 School Website
Sheiling College Special Post 16 Institution Ages:19-24 Head Teacher Mr Mike Gamble	Horton Road Ashley Ringwood, Hants Hampshire BH24 2EB 441425477488 School Website
Ringwood Waldorf School Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Louise Tiley	Folly Farm Lane Ashley Ringwood Dorset BH24 2NN 01425472664 School Website
Ringwood Church Of England Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Hilary Silk	School Lane Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1LG 01425473829 School Website
Ringwood Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally-Ann Evans	Hightown Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1NH 01425473554 School Website
Ringwood School Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Leanne Symonds	Parsonage Barn Lane Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1SE 01425475000 School Website
Poulner Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Jo Randall	North Poulner Road North Poulner Ringwood Hampshire BH24 3LA 01425474590 School Website
Poulner Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs J Conner	North Poulner Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 3LA 01425472338 School Website
West Moors Middle School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Deborah Craddock	Heathfield Way West Moors Ferndown Dorset BH22 0DA 01202872474 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Christchurch Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL 6.74 Miles

Pokesdown Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DL 7.10 Miles

Hinton Admiral Hinton Wood Lane, Hinton Admiral, Dorset, BH23 7DW 7.14 Miles

Bournemouth Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX 7.61 Miles

Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 8.65 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ashley Heath Travel 07733 266299 15 The Glade, Ashley Heath, Dorset, BH24 2HR 1.08 Miles
Bch Executive Hire 056 0205 3856 42A High Street, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1AG 1.33 Miles
Diamond Taxis 01425 480357 201 Christchurch Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3AN 1.50 Miles
Airport Cars Ringwood 01425 470516 53 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1PT 1.81 Miles
Dorset Chauffer Service Ltd 01202 825852 Liberty Close, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 6SY 2.14 Miles
Dorset Chauffer Service T/As Dcs Limos 01202 870254 Unit 15, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 6SY 2.14 Miles
Dcs Limos 01202 870254 Unit 15, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 6SY 2.14 Miles
Dutchy Taxis 01425 461677 163 Southampton Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1HU 2.25 Miles
Castle Cars Ltd 01425 480360 1 Shaw Rd, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1XH 2.70 Miles
Crown Cars And Taxis 01202 897777 16 Cracklewood Cl, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DU 2.79 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh24 Sunnyside St Ives No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh24 St Ives Po Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:15:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh24 Avon Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh24 St Ives Wood No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh24 Warren Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bh24 Ashley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
St Leonards Surgery	1 Pine Drive Ringwood Hampshire BH24 2LN
Ringwood Medical Centre 01425 478901	Ringwood Medical Centre The Close Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1JY
St Leonards Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Sw Ambulance Service Nhs Ringwood Road St Leonards Ringwood BH24 2RR
St Leonards Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Sw Ambulance Service Nhs Ringwood Road St Leonards Ringwood BH24 2RR
Cornerways Medical Centre 01425 472515	Cornerways Medical Centre Parkers Close,Gorley Road Poulner, Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1SD

Local Stores

Verwood - Ringwood Road
Ringwood Road
Verwood
Dorset
BH31 7AL
01202 823901
Store Website
3.80 miles

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SPAR West Moors
145 - 147 Station Road
West Moors
Ferndown
BH22 0HT
01202 872714
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cedar Veterinary Hospital
Cedar Veterinary Hospital 69 Christchurch Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1DH 01425 473683 enquiries@cedarvets.com Website 1.47 miles
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Forest Veterinary Clinic
7 Carvers Estate Southampton Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1JS 01425 461462 forestvetsrw@btconnect.com Website 1.59 miles

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Ringwood Veterinary Centre
161 Northfield Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1SS 01425 470474 vet@ringwoodvets.co.uk Website 2.47 miles

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The Barn Equine Surgery
Ringwood Road Three Legged Cross Wimborne Dorset BH21 6RE 01202 823512 enquiries@barnequine.co.uk Website 2.52 miles
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Three Cross Veterinary Surgery
Welyndale Verwood Road Three Legged Cross Wimborne Dorset BH21 6RR 01202 829 436 info@threecrossvets.co.uk Website 3.06 miles
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Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists Llp
Unit 6 Forest Corner Farm Hangersley Hill, Hangersley Ringwood Hampshire BH24 3JW 01425 485615 admin@scvetspecialists.co.uk Website 3.15 miles
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Local Dog Walks

River Avon Somerley Hampshire
This 5.5 Mile Route Takes You Across The Somerley Estate Nature Reserve Along A Beautiful Stretch Of The River Avon, Through Woodland And Back Down The Valley To To Retrace The Stretch Along The River. There Are Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Route To Suite Your Needs. The Bridge Ringwood Lancashire BH24 3PP 3.87 miles On The A338 Take The Turning Over Ibsley Bridge (Grid Ref Su 149 096) And Park On The Gravel Lay-By Just Over The Bridge.

Location what3words vessel.reports.scrapping

Ibsley Plateau New Forest
This Walk Takes You Up Onto Ibsley Common With Its Stunning Views Out Over The Northern New Forest. At The Top Are The Remains Of A World War 2 Tracking Station And Its Air-Raid Shelter. There Are Boards Telling Its Story.The Marked Map Route Is 4.5 Miles, But There Are Numerous Paths At The Top, Allowing The Dog Walker To Pick A Route Of What Ever Length They Feel Up To. Unnamed Road Ringwood Lancashire BH24 3NF 4.08 miles Park At Grid Reference Su 172 088, Cross The Road And Climb The Hill Until You Meet The Main Path.

Location what3words highs.lavished.mountains

Disused Railway At Burley
Pound Ln Burley Ringwood BH24 4EF 4.61 miles Burbush Car Park, Pound Lane, Burley Bh24 4Ef

Location what3words tingled.incensed.amounting

Abbotswell To Fritham
Abbots Well Rd Fordingbridge Lancashire SP6 2JD 6.42 miles Abbotswell Car Park Sp6 2Jd; Fritham Car Park So43 7Hj

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Frogham Pub Walk New Forest
The Route Is Mainly Across Heath-Land With Stunning Views Across The Forest, But It Also Includes A Few Fields And Some Beech Woodland. The Is A Dog Friendly Pub In Frogham. Meadow Pipit Abbots Well Rd Frogham Fordingbridge SP6 2JD 6.42 miles Start Either At The Windmill Hill Car Park In Frogham Or The Foresters Arms Pub In Frogham. The Marked Route Is About 5 Miles But, As It Is Mainly Open Country, You Can Easily Shorten It To Suit The Time You Have.

Location what3words torches.meanwhile.deployed

The Station House At Holmsley
Was Once A Railway Line So The Route Is Straight, Flat And Easy To Walk. If You Fancy A Bit More Of A Challenge, You Can 'Off Road' Onto The Grassy Areas Either Side Of The Path! Plenty Of Room For Off Lead Fun. 1 Station Rd Burley Ringwood Lancashire BH24 4HY 6.62 miles Just Off The Main A35, Signposted Towards Burley

Location what3words weeps.showering.pile

Weather Forecast

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