The Gurnard's Head

The Gurnard's Head www.gurnardshead.co.uk An inn in the middle of nowhere. The West Cornwall moors on one side, the Atlantic on the other. Next step Newfoundland.
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EAT: beautifully executed food from the Cornish larder; DRINK: UK's Wine List of the Year; and SLEEP: seven comfortable bedrooms with Vispring beds. Find us and find a slower pace of life. Dogs are more than welcome.

Yesterday's 'Tools Down Friday'. We'll say no more. You can see for yourself. Same time next week.
30/05/2026

Yesterday's 'Tools Down Friday'. We'll say no more. You can see for yourself. Same time next week.

Almost there with our garden works with a last little push into this weekends reveal. Alfresco dining at The Gurnards He...
22/05/2026

Almost there with our garden works with a last little push into this weekends reveal. Alfresco dining at The Gurnards Head just got serious.

Tools Down Friday 🌟Our beloved £4@4pm has evolved for summertime ☀️ From 4pm every Friday we will now be offering Light...
21/05/2026

Tools Down Friday 🌟

Our beloved £4@4pm has evolved for summertime ☀️

From 4pm every Friday we will now be offering Lightbulb pints, rosè and Pimms for £4 a glass. Chips as ever will be £1 with the option to add a Burger 🍔

Bring your mates, see you at 4pm 🫡

Artist of The Month // May ☀️Rowena Scotney I am an artist living in Gulval, constantly inspired by nature and the land...
02/05/2026

Artist of The Month // May ☀️

Rowena Scotney


I am an artist living in Gulval, constantly inspired by nature and the landscapes surrounding me. I was born and grew up in Cornwall, and after much travelling returned here, where my son has grown up too.

Literature, poetry, nature and art have always been close to my heart, and after working as an English teacher in schools and college for over 20 years I am now very happy to focus on art, my own practice and workshops. I run Intuitive Painting and Wellbeing workshops for women locally and internationally online, and Creativity & Wonder workshops for students educated outside of the mainstream.

I spent many years felting and selling artwork in galleries and exhibitions, and then a few years ago decided to show my oil paintings and these have now become my focus and joy! – I still love to use wools to sketch with, such as the Jackdaws series (& many other birds, animals and insects).

I am self-taught in all areas and am constantly inspired by everything around me. Many pieces are also inspired by poetry.

I sell my artwork in local galleries, exhibitions and online, and have taken part in many joint and solo shows.

We’re thrilled to announce we're finalists for Best Loved Local Pub in the awards 🏆! Your support means the world - if ...
29/04/2026

We’re thrilled to announce we're finalists for Best Loved Local Pub in the awards 🏆!

Your support means the world - if you've had a great experience with us, please vote 🗳️.

Find us in the 'Best Loved Local Pub' category on or via the link in our bio 🏅

🔔 Last minute room availability 🔔We have just one (!) room that has become available for a two night Spring Sleepover on...
19/04/2026

🔔 Last minute room availability 🔔

We have just one (!) room that has become available for a two night Spring Sleepover on Friday 24th & Saturday 25th April 🌷

If you’re interested in staying with us, give us a call 01736 796 928 or head to the link in bio 🔗

An hour well spent, drinking (and learning about) Champagne with Charlie from
07/04/2026

An hour well spent, drinking (and learning about) Champagne with Charlie from

Artist of the Month // April Andrew BeardEver since childhood, Andrew has enjoyed drawing and sketching. This led him to...
06/04/2026

Artist of the Month // April
Andrew Beard

Ever since childhood, Andrew has enjoyed drawing and sketching. This led him to an enjoyable and rewarding career as an architect and urban planner. After retirement he undertook a summer school in printmaking at Falmouth School of Art and became fascinated with the intaglio etching and aquatint processes.

Although it is a complex technique that frequently goes wrong, he finds it an absorbing medium that combines his artistic creativity with endless technical challenges! Etching copper plates in acid has been used as a method of reproducing drawings for over 400 years, and it is still used to create beautiful works of art. It is essentially the same process that Rembrandt employed in the early 17th century.

Andrew developed his printmaking skills at the studio of John Howard in Penryn and has produced some 60 etching/aquatints over the last decade. His work depicts interesting places and landscapes, mostly in west Cornwall, Derbyshire, Sweden and St Kilda. His prints aim to explore familiar locations from unusual and striking viewpoints. They have been exhibited at Royal West of England Academy, Woolwich International Print Fair, Penwith Society of Artists, and in Penzance at PZ Sudio, Penlee House Museum the Jupiter Gallery.

This exhibition comprises images from the mining heritage of west Cornwall. Several depict the remnants of major complexes of mine buildings that once dominated the landscape. They are vivid reminder of the industries that created the County as we know it. Romantic now, but once dangerous and polluting

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April Room Availability ☀️Fancy staying with us over the Easter Holidays? If you’d like to book a room, head to the link...
05/04/2026

April Room Availability ☀️

Fancy staying with us over the Easter Holidays? If you’d like to book a room, head to the link in bio or give us a call 01736 796 928 📞

Launching today. Our friends have selected us to support in the launch. Its a fantastic bitter so come along and try it...
25/03/2026

Launching today. Our friends have selected us to support in the launch. Its a fantastic bitter so come along and try it for yourself.

Address

The Gurnard's Head, Zennor
St Ives
TR263DE

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 11pm
Tuesday 10am - 11pm
Wednesday 10am - 11pm
Thursday 10am - 11pm
Friday 10am - 11pm
Saturday 10am - 11pm
Sunday 10am - 11pm

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+441736796928

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