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Barbara Hepworth sculpture returns to St Ives following Malakoff site makeover
Overview
A project to improve the Malakoff gateway site in St Ives, Cornwall, has been completed, featuring new public amenities and the return of Barbara Hepworth's Epidauros II sculpture. Led by the St Ives Town Deal as part of its Low Carbon Transport Strategy, the upgrade aims to enhance the area for visitors and residents using public transport.
Key points
- The Malakoff site improvement scheme in St Ives, Cornwall, has been completed.
- Barbara Hepworth's Epidauros II sculpture and a historic mill wheel have been returned to the site following temporary relocation.
- The upgrade includes a new bus shelter, granite paving, planters, illuminated benches, and bike stands.
- The project was managed by the St Ives Town Deal as part of its Low Carbon Transport Strategy to encourage public transport use.