Winter Colour by the Coast: Discover Penwith Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

If you’re planning an autumn or winter stay around St Ives and Hayle, I’d make time for a little artistic inspiration. Penwith Gallery’s Members Winter Exhibition opened on 30 October 2026 and runs until 2 January 2027, offering a lovely indoor addition to a coastal break.

The exhibition brings together sculptures, ceramics, paintings, drawings and prints by members of the Penwith Society of Arts. I like the idea of exploring different materials and styles in one visit, then heading back outside to enjoy the town’s own colours, shapes and changing seaside light.

You’ll find the gallery on Back Road West, St Ives, TR26 1NL. Admission is free, with advertised opening hours of Monday to Saturday, 10am–5pm. The exhibition page lists no advance-booking requirement; for Christmas and New Year visits, I’d contact the gallery on 01736 795579 to confirm any seasonal changes before setting out.

A Golds Cornish Properties stay makes a comfortable base for combining west Cornwall’s fresh-air pleasures with a relaxed afternoon discovering art in St Ives.

Official exhibition details and visitor information

Cover image: Original AI-generated illustration of an imagined Cornish gallery—not a depiction of Penwith Gallery or its exhibited artworks.