Spring awakening

Penzance area

The start of a new season is the perfect time to hit refresh. Wake up from winter with this inspiring spring itinerary.

Whether you fancy soaking in a geothermal pool or stretching out with a yoga class, Penzance is bustling with activities to help you to shake off the winter blues. Plus, with Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens opening for the season in mid-February, it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural world as it springs into life.

You can mix and match from the suggested activities to create a great day out during your stay. If you were to do all the activities on this itinerary, it would take around two-three days. Please note: You will need to contact the venue or experience provider directly to book.

Activity level: Easy
Duration: 2-3 days

You can mix and match from the suggested activities to create a great day out during your stay. If you were to do all the activities on this itinerary, the estimated duration is given above.

Please note: You will need to contact the venue or experience provider directly to book.

Click on each individual experience and find out more about its accessibility and public transport connections, along with an eco tip.

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Things to do

Sustainable Penzance

Beach clean

Do something good, feel even better. Explore the coast while taking part in a beach clean and help us to create a safer and more sustainable environment for our wildlife – all while enjoying the great outdoors and getting to meet some lovely people. Check the Sustainable Penzance Facebook page to see when they’re hosting the next beach clean at Longrock and keep an eye out for the silent disco events from Plastic Free Penzance.

Tremenheere Sculpture Garden

Spring awakening

See Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens as it bursts back into life after winter. There are installations from renowned artists around every corner – from intriguing metal sculptures to the fascinating camera obscura. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a mindful moment, experience the changing seasons and enjoy the details of nature.

New for 2023: Discover the brightly coloured figurative sculptures by Lisa Wright.

Morrab Gardens

Public gardens

Did you know that there is a subtropical garden hidden in the middle of Penzance? Morrab Gardens is a free-to-enter public park that was created with plants gifted from estates in the local area. With a palm grove, fountain and rare subtropical plants, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing. Find out more here.

National Trust

Trengwainton Garden

Experience Trengwainton Garden as it springs back to life after winter. Mid-February and March can be wonderful months to visit, as this is when the garden reopens, and the camellias and magnolias may already be in bloom. With 25 acres to explore, plus areas dedicated to quiet contemplation, it’s an inspiring place to say hello to spring. Find out more here.

Jubilee Pool

Geothermal swim

With its striking art deco style, Jubilee Pool is the perfect place to enjoy the benefits of a saltwater dip without the chill. This incredible seawater lido is the largest in the UK. It also benefits from a geothermal pool, which was completed in 2020 and is heated to 30-35 degrees by water from an underground well. Book your Geothermal Pool ticket here to enjoy a 55-minute soak.

Places to Eat

Newlyn

Argoe Restaurant

Making the most of its proximity to Newlyn fish market, Argoe specialises in fish, seafood and natural wines. Situated on the harbourfront of this charming town, the restaurant is an atmospheric place to try local favourites, such as John Dory and lobster (depending on the catch of the day). Book your table inside or at the counter here.

Essential Information

Places to Stay

Retreat to a cosy self-catering cottage or book a stylish hotel in the heart of town. Discover the perfect seaside stay for your winter in Cornwall.

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Accessibility

Many of the activities in our itineraries are accessible. Click on each individual experience to find out more about its accessibility. We advise that you contact the venue or experience provider in advance to confirm. You can also find information about accessible venues through Access Cornwall.

Local knowledge

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Getting around

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Positive impact

We’re hoping to make every stay as sustainable as possible. Find out more here.

Itinerary last updated on March 10th, 2023

This listing has been curated by the EXPERIENCE West Cornwall team and was correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We advise that you contact the venue or provider directly to confirm any seasonal opening details and to book the experience.