Montol in Penzance: The Most Eccentric, Atmospheric Festival in the British Isles

Held in late December each year, Montol is the most thrilling winter solstice festival in the British Isles. Here’s our guide to a night you will never forget.
From Johnny Rotten to George Ezra – How Penzance Became a Legendary Live Music Destination

All of these acts played live gigs in Penzance: Sex Pistols. Queen. Fleetwood Mac. Genesis. Talking Heads. Ramones. Hawkwind. George Ezra. Here’s the incredible story of live music in our town.
Penzance Renaissance

From struggling portside town to leading light in the South West – this is the remarkable story of how Penzance transformed its fortunes.
The Curious and Eccentric Architecture of Penzance: A 30-Minute Walking Tour

Join Love Penzance on a tour of some of the most beautiful and bizarre buildings in our iconic portside town. It’s a great 30-minute walk (or half day if you stop in all the pubs).
The 7 Best Beaches in Cornwall for Families

Parents get to relax and have fun too at these top spots. Our magnificent seven feature easy access, safe sands, snacks on tap and nearby toilets for a pee. Bliss
Cornwall in Spring: A Magical Time to Visit The Far West

Cornwall in spring can be the most bewitchingly romantic time to visit the county. Our famous spring gardens unfurl and shine in their fullest glory. Our seaside villages are still […]
11 Reasons to Love Christmas in Penzance

Experience a Christmas you’ll never forget in our portside town in the far south west. Fabulous food and drink. Great shopping. Curious Celtic festivals. Unforgettable walks. See you here?
Stargazing in Cornwall: The Cosmic Wonders of West Penwith

West Penwith is an International Dark Sky Park, which makes the countryside around Penzance one of the best places in the world to observe the cosmos. Join us on a journey into the Cornish night…
From Celtic Crosses to ‘Keef’ Richards: 1000 Years of Visual Arts in Penzance

Some towns were born in black and white. Penzance – Cornwall’s most creative town – has a full colour, arty exuberance you’ll never, ever, forget.
To Hill and Back: 5 Great Climbs Near Penzance

Just a stone’s throw from Penzance you’ll find five of the most romantic and historic hills in Cornwall. Join us on a clamber – the views are wonderful.