Discover West Cornwall above and below ground with this wet-weather itinerary. You could explore the history of mining with a thrill-seeking caving activity, sample squid ink gin at Pocketful of Stones or spend the afternoon in Penzance following the Town Trail. With plenty of inspiring activities at your fingertips, a little bad weather won’t rain-off your sense of adventure.
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A little rain doesn’t need to put your adventure on hold.
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- Activity level: Easy
- Duration: 1 day
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
Gin tasting
Have you ever tried squid ink gin? What about a spirit inspired by the Atlantic Ocean? Book a tour with Pocketful of Stones to hear their story, discover how their unique spirits are made and enjoy a sample or two. The distillery even offers miniatures for designated drivers to take home. Visit their website to book your 1hr tasting tour.
Town trail
Give yourself permission to duck in and out of the shops by following the Penzance Town Trail. This self-guided tour takes approximately two hours and encourages you to explore some of the town’s most interesting buildings and landmarks, including the Union Hotel (where the death of Admiral Horatio Nelson was announced) and Jubilee Pool. It’s a great way to find your bearings. Get the map here.
Places to Eat
Café in Penzance
On the Bay is a family run cafe/restaurant in Penzance which with lovely views of Mount’s Bay. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates about their menu, homemade cakes and opening times. The cafe is wheelchair accessible and there are disabled parking spaces in the seafront car park opposite. Find out more through Access Cornwall.
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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.
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Getting around
Discover the many ways you can get out there and explore without relying on your car.
Positive impact
We’re hoping to make every stay as sustainable as possible. Find out more here.
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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.
