There is a beautiful new boat in St Ives Harbour that everyone is talking about. It is the wonderful James Stevens No.10 lifeboat, which has such a story to tell!
The Restoration Of The James Stevens No. 10 Lifeboat
Nearly 3 years ago Robin Langford purchased the old St. Ives Lifeboat JAMES STEVENS No.10 and set about restoring this historic Lifeboat to her former glory.
After being neglected for many years this old Lifeboat was at risk of being cut up and burnt, so he decided to rescue and restore this important part of St. Ives history.
This Lifeboat was built in 1899 and served as the St. Ives Lifeboat from 1900 to 1933.
This mission is now complete and the newly restored JAMES STEVENS No.10 sailed back into St. Ives harbour at the end of summer 2021.
The Boat Trip
Come and join them for a truly unique historic lifeboat trip around St.Ives Bay. The old St.Ives Lifeboat JAMES STEVENS No.10 will take you on a gentle and serene boat trip around the Bay. Experience St.Ives from the sea and view the beautiful beaches and stunning scenery, there is even a chance of spotting some of the local marine inhabitants such as seals and dolphins.
You will also learn about the history of this Lifeboat, shipwrecks and the heroic rescues that were performed.
The route is weather dependent, but they tend to skirt the coast from St Ives Bay to Godrevy Island, giving passengers a close-up view of, Porthminster, Carbis Bay, Lelant and Hayle beaches. The boat passes the mouth of the Hayle Estuary, the infamous Hayle Bar. then further up the coast you have Godrevy Island.
The boat trip lasts for about 1hr and 30 mins, it is suitable for all ages and is dog friendly. They are licensed to carry up to 12 passengers.
Prices for the trip are adults: £25.00, under 15s: £15 and under 1s and dogs go for free.
To book please contact them here ST IVES BOAT TRIPS
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