Holidaymakers in the seaside town close to the summit were fascinated by the cavalcade of security. And local traders saw a chance to make some money
Asked to rate his holiday in St Ives, six-year-old Bertie did not hesitate: “Fifteen out of 10. I’ve liked everything.”
He’s loved playing on the sandy beach and paddling in the harbour, but also enjoyed the show created by the G7 summit taking place across the bay – the naval ships, the military helicopters, the police officers buzzing around on boats and jet-skis.