Tucked away down a narrow lane in St Ives lies a little-known treasure - Norway Square Garden.
It may be small, but it radiates an atmospheric calm that feels worlds away from the busy harbour. This tucked-away corner is a testament to how beauty and art can bloom in unexpected spaces.
Finding the Garden
Take Back Road West, just opposite Porthmeor Studios, and you'll stumble upon this secluded green patch. It’s perfect for a reflective pause, a quiet read, or to catch your breath before resuming your seaside wander.
Festival Magic
Come September, the garden awakens in a different way. The St Ives September Festival sees poets and musicians take to its leafy stage, making Norway Square not just a garden, but a stage for intimate, soulful performances.
Architectural Storytelling
The garden is encircled by beautifully preserved heritage buildings, from the former Mariners’ Church turned art gallery to quaint period buildings on Norway Lane. Norway Square feels historic as well as harmonious.
Artistic Heritage
Just around the corner, studios and painting schools have nurtured some of Britain’s most influential modern artists. So this garden isn’t just a haven, it’s planted at the very roots of St Ives’ artistic history.
If you're visiting St Ives, look out for this little green sanctuary. It offers more than just shade, it offers a moment to reflect on the town’s creative heartbeat.
