St Austell Brewery has revealed details of a multi-million-pound investment at one of St Ives’ most iconic venues.
The Pedn Olva, prominently positioned overlooking Porthminster Beach, will close in January and reopen in the early summer.
The major scheme includes reconfigured layouts, enhanced accessibility, improved flow and new outdoor spaces to make the most of the location.
The communal areas in the new design have been reconfigured to create open, inviting areas that “flow naturally toward the sea”. A new, larger dining space will more than double the pub’s capacity, while there has also been a “reimagining” of the hotel’s 26 bedrooms.
St Austell Brewery chief executive, Kevin Georgel, explained: “This multi-million-pound transformation is designed to redefine the guest experience at one of our most iconic sites and create a space for the Pedn Olva where innovative design harnesses its unparalleled location.
“Our vision for this project is clear: we want to create a space which better celebrates the Pedn Olva’s breathtaking surroundings. It’s an ambitious project that will unlock the venue’s true potential and open up more panoramic views of the sea. Reimagining and redesigning the interiors will create more inviting spaces that bring the outdoors in.”
He added: “Our aspiration is to create a warm and welcoming pub atmosphere, year-round. A space where locals and visitors alike can relax, eat well or simply enjoy a drink taking in the surroundings. We look forward to giving our guests a very warm welcome once the Pedn Olva reopens in early summer 2025.”
The Pedn Olva is the fifth managed pub in St Austell Brewery’s portfolio to undergo a multi-million-pound makeover in the last three years. Previous projects include the Pier House in Charlestown, the Rising Sun in St Mawes, the Harbour Inn in Porthleven and the Masons Arms in Branscombe.
You can have a sneak peek at the new design by clicking here.
