Discover the stories behind Penzance’s famous Morrab Gardens, from towering palms and giant gunnera to the remarkable story of Head Gardener Joe Palmese and the community that keeps this subtropical oasis growing.

From 17-21 September 2025, you can take a tour of 18 of the finest Penzance food joints – and enjoy tapas-style plates at a fiver or less.

Did you know Humphry Davy got drunk on St Michael’s Mount, fished in the gutters of Market Jew Street and told tall tales to his mates outside the Star Inn? Meet the real man behind the statue in our latest post.

Forget blog post scraping the internet – this is a complete guide to Penzance’s accommodation quarters, written by local people.

It’s happened – Penzance has finally flipped the narrative and topped Truro, Falmouth and St Ives as the best place to shop in Cornwall.

Join us on a tour of chaotic markets, architectural controversies and more, as we take a historical trip up one of Penzance’s most prominent and fascinating streets.

You’re thinking about visiting our town, but you have some queries? No problem. We answer all of the popular questions about Penzance.

We take you on a tour of 10 iconic destinations just a hop and a skip from Penzance, the beautiful portside town that makes a great base for Cornwall adventures.

From laughing scientists to murderous judges and mysterious Saxon lords, we look at eight people forever linked to our portside town’s history.

Penzance Promenade is a legendary spot for Cornwall storm watching. Discover top tips for witnessing nature’s great display in our town and nearby wave-battered destinations.

Penzance’s gorgeous Jubilee Pool is 90 years old! We look at the history of this Art Deco masterpiece, why it’s so important to the town and what’s planned for its big anniversary.