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Out and About
There is just so much to do whilst holidaying on the
Land’s End
peninsula that just one week’s holiday is not enough!We have tried to make life a little easier for you by selecting the very best that
West Cornwall
l have to offer in the way of attractions, gardens, places of interest and so much more.
Just click on to any of the links listed below to enter their website. Now you can really plan ahead and make the very most of your time in this spectacular part of Britain.
We work very hard to source these particular links and so we would be most grateful if you would tell us if you cannot access the site or even drop us an e mail if the particular attraction etc did not meet your expectations
- Hayle & St Ives
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- Local Events
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- Marazion & Long Rock
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- Mousehole
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- Newlyn
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- Other
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- Pendeen, St Just & Botallack
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- Penzance
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- Perranuthnoe
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- Porthgwarra, Porthcurno, Treen & Lamorna
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- Praa Sands
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- Prussia Cove
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- Rosevidney
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- Rosudgeon
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- Sennen & Sennen Cove
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- St Hilary
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- St. Buryan
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A Bit of Culture
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Kidz R Us youth theatre
Kidz R Us is a Youth Theatre Group and a registered charity, here you can enjoy productions performed by the best of Cornwall's up and coming young talent. The company has performed in the West End at the London Palladium, Royal Albert Hall and Criterion
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The Tate, St Ives
The St Ives branch of the famous Tate Gallery, a real treat for art lovers, the Tate has a range of exhibitions, often featuring the work of local artists, retaining West Cornwall's reputation for artistic excellence.
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Kidz R Us youth theatre
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Cornwall Attractions
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Paradise Park
A variety of feathered attractions to be enjoyed at Paradise Park, this is a great park for all the family and very popular with children. As well as rare and unusual birds, the park also features a farm area where kids can feed the animals, otters, small animals and penguin feeding in which kids can participate. open every day, all year from 10am.
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Paradise Park
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Rainy Days
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The Tate, St Ives
The St Ives branch of the world famous Tate Gallery, this is well worth a visit. Opening times are 10am to 5.30pm in the summer season and 10am to 4.30pm in the winter months.
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The Tate, St Ives
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Lafrowda Festival
Lafrowda Festival is an annual event in St. Just in Penwith, Cornwall, in celebration of community arts.
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Lafrowda Festival
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Cornwall Attractions
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St Michael's Mount
Described as 'The Jewel in West Cornwall's Crown', St Michaels Mount is well worth a visit - walk across the causeway at low tide or take a boat trip to the Island where you can then go on to explore the castle, gardens and quaint island village. The castle and gardens are open from April to October for visitors.
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St Michael's Mount
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
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Enterprise Car Hire
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Eating and Drinking Out
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The Old Coastguard, Mousehole
The light, informal atmosphere, smart service and fine food have led The Old Coastguard to success in several regional award programmes.
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The Old Coastguard, Mousehole
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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A Bit of Culture
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Newlyn Art Gallery
The Newlyn Art Gallery is home to the Newlyn Society of Artists, an association for the best artists living and working in West Cornwall, carrying on the tradition of the 'Newlyn School'. Check the website for news of upcoming exhibitions.
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Newlyn Art Gallery
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Eating In
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China GardenDelicious hot Chinese food to take away. 22, The Strand, Newlyn. Tel: (01736) 367843
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China Garden
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Rainy Days
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Newlyn Art Gallery
This gallery offers regular exhibitions by local artists, the gallery is closed between exhibitions but admission is free.
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Newlyn Art Gallery
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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A Bit of Culture
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Hall for Cornwall, Truro
Hall for Cornwall attracts just under 150,000 theatre-goers each year. The theatre has hosted companies such as Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Shakespeare Company as well as a wide range of entertainers from Bill Wyman and Mike Reid to Coldplay and W
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Hall for Cornwall, Truro
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Activities
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Cornwall Cycle Routes
To help you find the ideal cycle route which best suits you, use this website to search for everything from organised cycling holidays to cycle hire, and make the most of your holiday in Cornwall.
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Fowey to Mevagissey Passenger Ferry
Combine a visit to two of Cornwall’s most picturesque and contrasting ports with a return ferry trip across St Austell Bay between Fowey and Mevagissey.
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Harry Safari Guided Tours
Guided history tours around Cornwall.
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Cornwall Cycle Routes
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Cornwall Attractions
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Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay
The Blue Reef Aquarium is a stunning visit for all the family featuring hundreds of tropical & local marine species in the gigantic ocean display. New for 2005 is the fresh water turtle displays. Open daily from 10am to 5pm.
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Cornish Mines & Engines
Explore Cornwall's industrial heritage at this discovery centre based in Pool, near Camborne. The site has recently undergone a major refurbishment and now includes a stunning audio visual display in the boiler house. Please see the website for details of opening times and admission prices.
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Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions
An online guide to quality attractions in Cornwall.
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Flambards Village Theme Park
More than just a theme park, Flambards is one of the most popular days out in Cornwall. Not only does the Theme Park host the best thrill rides in Cornwall, Flambards Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz indoor attractions but also features special attractions in the summer months. Open all year.
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Goonhilly Earth Station
Goonhilly is the largest satellite earth station in the world. Great for children and adults alike, a whole day would be needed to visit Goonhilly as there is so much to see and do, take a guided tour, enjoy the interactive exhibitions, see yourself in outer-space or much, much more. Goonhilly is open all year round except February, please check website for opening times and admission prices.
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National Seal Sanctuary
A Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Release centre for seals, children especially love to see the seals. Open all year round from 10am.
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Newquay Zoo
Newquay Zoo began as a small pet's corner in the 60s and is now considered to be one of the best attractions in Cornwall. Winner of 11 major awards since 1996, Newquay Zoo is perfect for a family day out. Open from 9am to 6.15pm in the summer months, please check the website for pricing and more information.
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Pendennis Castle
An interesting day out for all the family, Pendennis Castle and its sister castle, St Mawes, face each other across the mouth of the river Fal. See the Noonday Gun fired each day and enjoy exploring the castle and its tunnels. Open all year round, please check the website for times and prices.
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Poldark Mine
“By far the best underground attraction in Cornwall” Explore Cornish history further at Poldark Mine where there is plenty to do for all the family and perfect for those rainy days. Please check the website for opening times and admission prices.
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The Cornish Cyder Farm
Nestled in 16 acres of apple orchard, the Cornish Cyder Farm has much to offer all the family for a fun day out. Featuring a children's section with games to keep kids busy, there is also a restaurant, farm shop and museum tour and best of all, admission is free! Open all year round from 10am to 5pm.
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Truro Cathedral
Soaring above the surrounding rooftops, Truro Cathedral is located at the heart of this thriving Georgian city and wonderfully situated in the middle of the Royal Duchy of Cornwall. Cathedral opening times: 7.30am to 6pm Monday-Saturday - 9.00am to 7pm on Sundays -9.30am during Bank holidays.
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Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay
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Eating and Drinking Out
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Cornish Accredited Restaurants
This site provides information on quality Cornish eateries.
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Eat Out Cornwall
Online restaurant guide for eating out in Cornwall.
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Cornish Accredited Restaurants
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Eating In
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Caroline's Country CookingGive yourself a true holiday and let us provide delicious home cooked food for you. We use fresh local produce and natural ingredients to create frozen meals for all occasions. 01326 231337
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Caroline's Country Cooking
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Gardens
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Lanhydrock Garden
A large country estate near Bodmin which can be explored in good weather or bad, Lanhydrock has a large country house with over 50 rooms to explore. Open daily all year round from 11am to 5.30pm.
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The Eden Project
Visit the world famous Eden Project near St Austell, there is enough to see and do to fill a day with ease. Open from 10.00am to 6pm in the summer months, last admissions by 4.30pm
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The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Explore the sub-tropical gardens - with free parking, picnic area, bakery and restaurant, the gardens are open all year round from 10am to 6pm in the summer months and 10am to 5pm in the winter.
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Trebah Gardens
A spectacular 26 acre Cornish ravine garden, Trebah is rated amongst the 80 finest gardens in the world. Open daily from 10.30am to 5pm.
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Trevarno
Do not miss a visit to the historic Trevarno Estate where you can explore 35 acres of magnificent gardens, grounds and woodland walks which date back to 1246. We organise events throughout the year at Trevarno. Open every day 10.30 – 17.00 (except 25th and 26th December).
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Lanhydrock Garden
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Rainy Days
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Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre
This fascinating museum, housed in a china clay building, boasts the largest display of rescue & shipwreck artifacts recovered by divers on public display in the UK. Explore underground tunnels where clay trucks were pushed out to ships in the port. Open from March to October from 10am to 5pm, admission is free for children under 10yrs.
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National Maritime Museum
Explore Cornwall's rich maritime history in this award-winning building situated on Falmouth's habourside. The museum is open all year round from 10am to 5pm and has lots to do for the whole family.
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Poldark Mine
“By far the finest underground experience in the South West” - Poldark Mine has a large assortment of activities suitable for the whole family and is considered one of the most important heritage sites in Cornwall. The mine's opening times vary, check the website for details. Evening ghost tours are also on offer on selected days of the summer season.
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Royal Cornwall Museum
Items of historic interest on everything Cornish! The museum offers free admission and is open all year round from 10am until 5pm.
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Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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Cornwall Cycle Routes
To help you find the ideal cycle route which best suits you, use this website to search for everything from organised cycling holidays to cycle hire, and make the most of your holiday in Cornwall.
- Cornwall Travel Information
- Croftlea Car Hire
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
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Fowey to Mevagissey Passenger Ferry
Combine a visit to two of Cornwall’s most picturesque and contrasting ports with a return ferry trip across St Austell Bay between Fowey and Mevagissey.
- Harry Safari Guided Tours
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Isles of Scilly Travel
Book online to travel by air or sea to the Isles of Scilly. Skybus flights and Scillonian III sailings available.
- National Express Coaches
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Newquay Airport
Flights to/from London, Manchester, Dublin & Jersey.
- Ryanair
- The AA Route Planner
- Virgin Trains
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A2B Taxis
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Useful Local Services
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Cornwall County Council
Local council for the whole of Cornwall.
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Cornwall Tourist Board
For information on all aspects of the county.
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Holiday Lettings
Holiday rentals worldwide - thousands of vacation villas and apartments for rent.
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iknow-cornwall
Directory of self-catering accommodation in Cornwall
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Penwith District Council
The local council for the Penwith area.
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This is Cornwall
Providing local news and weather.
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Cornwall County Council
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Activities
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Cape Cornwall Golf Club
Situated on England's only Cape, this is the first and last 18 hole golf course in the country.
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Cape Cornwall Golf Club
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Cornwall Attractions
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Geevor Tin Mine
The largest preserved mining site in the UK, Geevor was a working mine until 1990 and is now a museum featuring many surface buildings, an underground tour of 18th & 19th century workings, a shop and a cafe. Open all year round every day except saturday, from 9am to 4pm in the summer months and 10am to 3pm in the winter.
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Levant Steam Engine
A great place to visit for those interested in Cornwall's mining heritage, Levant features a working steam-powered beam engine. Please check out the website for opening hours, admission prices and accessibility.
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Geevor Tin Mine
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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A Bit of Culture
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Acorn Theatre
The Acorn is a small theatre with a wide range of entertainment available for enjoyment the whole year round. As well as theatrical performances, a wide range of music by bands local, national and international is offered. A truely diverse theatre with so
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Acorn Theatre
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Activities
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Leif Olsen: Yoga in Cornwall
Yoga for your holiday: private yoga tuition in your holiday cottage to leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. Catering for your specific needs, beginner or advanced, gentle or challenging. Can work with individuals, couples, families or groups and bring all the equipment you will need.
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Marine Discovery
Penzance is a small family run business operating out of Penzance Harbour in West Cornwall. We aim to enthuse and inform people about the wealth of wildlife in our seas, from seabirds to whales. At speeds of up to 30 knots in our 7.5 metre RIB, let us take you on a thrilling voyage around the spectacular granite coastline to see what we can find.
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Mermaid Pleasure Trips
Mermaid Pleasure Trips is a professional family run business sailing out of the historic port of Penzance in Cornwall, offering fishing trips, seal cove cruises and Minack Theatre cruises.
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The Golowan Festival, Penzance
Annual festival held in June celebrating the Feast of St John, a ten day festival of Cornish, Celtic, and international culture, culminating in Mazey Day's colourful imagery parades, street entertainment and market stalls, under a canopy of flags, banners and greenery.
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Leif Olsen: Yoga in Cornwall
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Eating and Drinking Out
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Harris's Restaurant, Penzance
A small but internationally acclaimed restaurant offering a superb a la carte menu.
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The Abbey Restaurant, Penzance
Providing simple modern food prepared to a very high standard. Website includes photographs and an online menu.
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The Bakehouse Restaurant, Penzance
The Bakehouse Restaurant combines the best aspects of modern british cuisine with the best local seafood. A sample menu can be viewed online.
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The Bay Restaurant, Penzance
A modern restaurant open from 6.15pm, seven days per week, The Bay has been a finalist in Cornwall Tourist Board's 'Best Restaurant' awards for the past two years and has 2 AA Rosettes classification.
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The Boatshed Cafe Bar, Penzance
Located on picturesque Penzance harbour, The Boatshed opens for lunch and dinner and offers an extensive menu which can be viewed online.
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Harris's Restaurant, Penzance
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Eating In
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Curry CornerTake Away Indian Cuisine, local delivery available - 68 Chapel St Penzance. Tel: 01736 331880
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New Hong Kong Chinese RestaurantChinese/Thai restaurant and Take Away. 34a Alverton St, Penzance - Tel: 01736 362707 - Local delivery for orders over £8.00
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Polgoon Vineyard
Vineyard producing award-winning Rose and fresh pressed cloudy apple juice.
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Sea PalaceChinese Restaurant, eat in or take away. 19 Quay St, Penzance. Tel: 01736 330997.
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Sukothai Restaurant
Authentic Thai food at it\'s best, local delivery available, eat in or take away. 47 Queen Street, Penzance. Tel: 01736 360049
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Sunny City Chinese RestaurantChinese Thai restaurant and Take Away. 33-34 Market Place, Penzance - Tel: 01736 363424 - Local Delivery for orders over £10.00
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The Lotus House - Chinese Take AwayOpen 7 days a week until late. 53 Market Jew St, Penzance 01736 364924.
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Curry Corner
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Gardens
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Trengwainton
Located at Madron, near Penzance, Trengwainton offers a complex of walled gardens. Open Sunday to Thursday at 10am to 5pm from February to October.
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Trengwainton
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Rainy Days
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Penlee House
West Cornwall's centre for Art and Heritage, this gallery and museum is open from Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm with free admission offered on Saturdays.
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Penlee House
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Shopping
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Polgoon Vineyard
Vineyard producing award-winning Rose and fresh pressed cloudy apple juice.
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Wharfside Shopping Centre, Penzance
The Wharfside boasts not only a variety of shops, but also a magnificent view over Mounts Bay. The centre houses many 'big name' shops as well as locally owned businesses and also hosts a farmers market every Saturday from 10am until 4pm, where shoppers can buy the best in quality local produce including beef, bacon, cheese and a wide range of organic produce.
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Polgoon Vineyard
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
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Enterprise Rent-a-Car
The Forecourt, Penzance, TR20 8HZ. Tel.: 0173 633 2000
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Europcar
Car rental. Penzance Railway Station, Albert Street, Cornwall, TR18 2NG. Tel. 01736 360356.
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First Rate Sail
First Rate Sail is a sailing charter business offering a wide range of services. Day trips, holidays, corporate hospitality, and traditional boat festivals.
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Nippy CabsPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 366666
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Penzance Taxi CoLocal Taxi company - Tel: 01736 366366
- Ryanair
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Tucker Car Hire
A family run car hire business, based in Penzance Cornwall for over 50 years. 12 Godophin Road, Longrock, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8JP. Tel: 01736 362980.
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A2B Taxis
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Useful Local Services
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Penzance English Courses
One-to-one English lessons in the heart of Penzance
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West Cornwall Hospital
Hospital and casualty department located in Penzance.
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Penzance English Courses
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Cornwall Attractions
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Minack Theatre
Nestled in the dramatic cliffs of Porthcurno, the Minack Theatre is an open air theatre offering a range of productions in the summer months. The Minack is a must for all visitors to the area, daytrippers can enjoy the stunning scenery and the uniqueness.
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Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
An underground museum with lots to see and an interesting children's section for the kids. Porthcurno itself is also a lovely place to visit and is home to the famous Minack theatre.
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Minack Theatre
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Activities
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Sennen Surfing Centre
Surfing tuition - Learn to surf in 2-3 hours for under £25 for a half day. Learn quickly and safely under the tuition of fully qualified instructors - Sennen Surfing Centre is a B.S.A approved surf school. All equipment included in price, 2, 3 or 5 day BSA 'Finaward courses available. For more information call Dave - 01736 871227.
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Sennen Surfing Centre
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Cornwall Attractions
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Land's End
Discover a variety of things to do and see at legendary Land's End whilst enjoying some of the most dramatic scenery in the country. Enjoy firework spectaculars during the summer months every Tuesday and Thursday evening or enjoy a first class meal at the Land's End Hotel.
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Land's End
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
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Transport and Touring
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A2B TaxisPenzance Taxi company - Tel: 01736 369000
- Air South West
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D W Car & Van Hire, Hayle
Comprehensive Range of Modern, Well-maintained Vehicles & FREE local delivery & collection service from local Train Stations, Airports, Heliports & the Isles of Scilly Steamship
- Ryanair
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A2B Taxis
