Penzance

Penzance

Penzance

Penzance is the working heart of west Cornwall, and I film here all year round. From storm waves breaking over the promenade to spider crabs at Battery Rocks, it looks different with every tide and season. When you are ready to plan a visit, my other website, Best In Cornwall, has guides covering parking, beaches, walks, where to eat and where to stay.

Penzance videos

Plan your visit to Penzance

My videos show you what Penzance looks like. These Best In Cornwall guides cover the practical side.

Parking and getting there

Where to park, plus trains, ferries and getting around.

Best places to park
How to get to Penzance

Things to do

The best things to do, landmarks and some surprising facts.

Best things to do in Penzance
Landmarks and visitor basics
10 facts about Penzance

Beaches

Long Rock Beach on Mount’s Bay.

Long Rock Beach

Walks

A coast path route that runs through Penzance.

Lamorna to Marazion via Penzance

Where to eat

A guide to the best places to eat, plus food, drink and shopping from Chapel Street to Newlyn.

Best places to eat in Penzance
Food, drink and shopping

Where to stay

Hotels and places to stay in and around Penzance.

Best places to stay in Penzance

Wildlife and nature

Battery Rocks, gardens and coastal walks, and when the spider crabs moult.

Nature and outdoors near Penzance
Spider crabs at Battery Rocks

Storms and winter

What winter storms are really like on the Penzance seafront.

What was Storm Chandra like?

Planning your trip

A full Q&A guide, van life tips and the town’s history.

Ultimate Penzance travel guide
Penzance for van lifers
History of Penzance

Find a place to stay in Penzance

Real-time availability for hotels and coastal retreats around Penzance.

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