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The Lifeboat Inn The Lifeboat Inn is a traditional harbourside pub with a log fire and outstanding views of the sea. Why not stay the night? All accommodation is dog-friendly.
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The Lifeboat Inn lies at the heart of everything that makes St Ives magical. This traditional inn, complete with roaring log fire, faces the town’s picture-postcard harbour and nestles aptly beside its famous lifeboat house. It’s the perfect spot for kicking back and savouring a delicious meal while marvelling at the passing maritime activity. Enjoy a menu that bursts with hearty pub classics and specials, crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients. The bar serves a range of St Austell Brewery’s award-winning beers, alongside West Country ciders, fine wines, classic cocktails, and barista coffees. The Lifeboat hosts five bedrooms and two self-catering apartments, each of which showcases charming period features with a contemporary style.

We are so excited for this years shanty shout !
09/10/2026

We are so excited for this years shanty shout !

The Shout wouldn't be possible without the generous sponsorship of St Austell Brewery and the fantastic local venues: The Bier Huis Grand Café, Café Art, The Castle Inn, The Golden Lion, Harbour View House, The Lifeboat Inn, Pedn Olva, the Pilchard Press, the Queen's Hotel, The Rum & Crab Shack, Sea of Coffee, Tretho Lounge, The Western Hotel and hosting our Tin-niversary concert St Ia Church.
The event is also proudly supported by St Ives Town Council.

Why not give them a follow Bier Huis Grand Café CafeArt The Castle Inn The Golden Lion, St Ives Cornwall Harbour View House St Ives The Lifeboat Inn Pedn Olva The Pilchard Press Alehouse The Rum & Crab Shack Sea of Coffee Tretho Lounge The Western Hotel St Ia's - St Ives Parish Church

06/10/2026

A sneak peak into our 🆕 exciting menu ❤️

06/10/2026

✨ New Spritz Menu is LIVE! ✨

Fresh pours, vibrant flavours, and the perfect excuse to make it a spritz kind of day. 🍊🥂

Come sip your way through the new menu — which one are you trying first? 👀

Join our Proper Pub Club 💙Members perks includebenefits everyone you book direct with usearn loyalty rewards and points ...
01/10/2026

Join our Proper Pub Club 💙

Members perks includebenefits everyone you book direct with usearn loyalty rewards and points to spend priority access to selected promotions exclusive offers and seasonal breaks

Join our loyalty app and enjoy 🍻

Fancy a pub crawl around the South West?Make it this one!The Tribute Ale Trail has landed, and it’s the perfect excuse t...
22/09/2026

Fancy a pub crawl around the South West?

Make it this one!
The Tribute Ale Trail has landed, and it’s the perfect excuse to explore some of the brilliant pubs across the South West, with 160 participating pubs taking part!

Here’s how it works:
Pick up your Tribute Trail Map from a participating pub.
Buy a pint of Tribute and receive a unique sticker for that
pub.
Visit different pubs across the South West and keep
building your collection.
Collect stickers from 10 different pubs and you’ll earn a
free pint of Tribute.
EN Visit 50 pubs and receive a £50 St Austell Brewery voucher.
“ Visit 100 pubs and receive another £50 voucher. i Complete the full trail by visiting all participating pubs and you could earn a one-night stay at a St Austell Brewery managed pub, worth £200.
The trail starts in September 2026, so why not grab your map, round up your mates and start exploring?

🍺 Cask Ale Week is back! 🍺It’s time to celebrate some proper Cornish cask ale! 🎉 Pick up your Cask Ale Week stamp card a...
17/09/2026

🍺 Cask Ale Week is back! 🍺

It’s time to celebrate some proper Cornish cask ale! 🎉 Pick up your Cask Ale Week stamp card at any St Austell Brewery managed pub, enjoy 5 ales, collect your stamps, and once you’ve got all 5… your next ale is FREE! 🙌🍻

So what are you waiting for? Grab your card, try something new and drink your way to a well-earned free pint! 🍺❤️

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY !!Enjoy our delicious Thai red curry with a pint for just £15 ✨This offer only works with d...
16/09/2026

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY !!

Enjoy our delicious Thai red curry with a pint for just £15 ✨

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Address

Wharf Road
Saint Ives
TR261LF

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 10pm
Thursday 8:30am - 10pm
Friday 8:30am - 10pm
Saturday 8:30am - 10pm
Sunday 8:30am - 9pm

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