Discover the timeless charm of St Ives: A seaside town unchanged for 100 years

With warmer temperatures finally gracing us with their appearance, finding a UK seaside town to soak up the rays is a must. One coastal spot is famed for its quaint charm and a strong artistic heritage among its picturesque setting. The town is also located on a peninsula with a host of stunning beaches, all providing panoramic views of its dramatic sea and coastline.

Renowned for the "quality of light" which lures many artists and photographers looking to capture its beauty, St Ives is also famed for barely changing in 100 years. A visit here will surely makei you feel as if you've stepped back in time, even though it offers all you could for on a modern .

Cornwall has long held a special place in many Britons' hearts thanks to its scenery, endless sandy beaches, secluded coves and rugged cliffs.

And St. Ives is no exception. The town lies north of on the coast of the Celtic Sea, and is filled with untouched natural beauty, as well as things to do. It is home to an array of activities including surfing and coastal walks, as well as one of Britain's best high streets.

Stunning beaches aside, St. Ives is also famed for its traditional Cornish townscape, with narrow streets found throughout, making it ideal for a good spring stroll.

So magnificent in fact, that recently recognised this seaside spot's high street as being among the UK's best thanks to its cornucopia of cobbled lanes, its impressive assortment of boutiques and its whitewashed buildings.

The publication wrote: "Fore Street in St Ives, with its slate-hung shops and independent galleries, has changed little over the last century, offering a perfect mix of local and artistic charm."

A visit in March also comes highly recommended as there are far less tourists about while also being an ideal time for storm-watching which can be enjoyed on its many clifftops, offering dramatic scenes as waves crash down below.

Finding ways to fill your days here is a cinch with countless pubs and restaurants to choose from including a vibrant art scene with studios and galleries galore.

The Tate St. Ives gallery features a rotating modern art exhibition with the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden also being a must-visit when exploring here.

"I have never seen such a beautiful place in the UK as St. Ives. Many have said it's like being abroad and it really is," wrote one review on TripAdvisor.

With another adding: "Grab a pasty, and an ice-cream and just sit back on one of the benches here and say 'this is the life...'"