Cocktails & drinks
Fresh spritzes to ice-cold pints.
The riverside social spot in St Ives
Drink. Play.Riverside.
Great drinks, games, live entertainment and unforgettable sunsets beside the River Great Ouse.
Why everyone comes to The Bank
Shuffleboard
Friendly competition starts here.
Virtual darts
No experience needed.
Pool
Classic pub battles.
Jukebox
Your soundtrack all night.
Fruit machine
For those lucky moments.
Riverside terrace
The best views in town.
Right on the river.
There’s nowhere quite like The Bank.
Watch boats drift along the Great Ouse, soak up golden-hour drinks on the terrace or settle into the garden with friends while the kids play nearby. With the iconic St Ives Bridge just beyond the river, this is your spot for good drinks, good times and some seriously good views.
- ☼Golden-hour drinks
- ⌁Riverside terrace & garden
- ♧Kids’ play area
- ♢Dog friendly
- ⌂Views of St Ives’ iconic bridge
Come for the view. Stay for the vibe.
all day
Play at The Bank
Games, good drinks, great times.
Challenge your mates, try something new or just enjoy the atmosphere. Each game has its own corner of The Bank.
Live sports
Big games.
Big atmosphere.
Catch live sport on the big screen with a fully stocked bar. Walk-ins are welcome — stay for the whole evening and play before or after.
- Large-screen viewing
- Fully stocked bar
- Walk-ins welcome
- Games before and after
What’s on
Coming up
at The Bank.
Good music, great company and a riverside backdrop. Explore the calendar for our latest live music and events.
See what’s on
Bites @ The Bank
Coming soon.
Private hire at The Bank
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Private hire
Your plans.
Your space.
Your way.
Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration, a big party, a wedding or a business event, we have two unique spaces to choose from.
For smaller gatherings, hire The Bank Riverside Bar — right on the river, with a relaxed atmosphere, outdoor space and those unbeatable St Ives views.
For larger events, our function room at The Dolphin Hotel offers a spacious setting with triple-aspect views across the meadow and river, with the hotel right on hand for overnight accommodation.
Whatever you’re planning, come and meet with us and let’s build a tailor-made package around you, your guests and your plans.
Tell us what you’re dreaming of — we’ll help make it happen.
Enquire now Hire booking terms (PDF) ↓Stay the night
Make a night of it.
Make a night of it at The Dolphin Hotel, right next door to The Bank.
Enjoy drinks, food, music and riverside views at The Bank, then retreat to one of The Dolphin’s comfortable rooms just steps away. Wake up to the beautiful River Great Ouse and meadow views and make the most of your stay in St Ives.
Whether you’re visiting for a night out, a special occasion or a weekend in town, stay with us and make a proper break of it.
Rooms · River views · Meadow views · Breakfast
Stay at The Dolphin
The Dolphin Hotel · St Ives
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Life at The Bank.
Riverside afternoons. Live music. Games with friends. Golden-hour evenings.
Drink. Play. Riverside.
Visit us
Right beside St Ives Bridge.
The Bank, 1 London RoadSt Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 5EP 01480 466966 hello@thebankofstives.co.uk
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11am – 10pm
- Tuesday
- 12pm – 10pm
- Wednesday
- 12pm – 10pm
- Thursday
- 12pm – 10pm
- Friday
- 12pm – 10pm
- Saturday
- 11am – 10pm
- Sunday
- 10am – 8pm
Careers
Interested in working with us?
Send us a message — we’d love to hear from you.