On our doorstep to explore

A paved walk all the way from Penzance to Mousehole with a wee bit of an incline as you follow the coastline with stunning views of the Mounts Bay and the Lizard in the distance

Beyond Newlyn is the picture -post card Cornish village and fishing port of Mousehole. Cobbled street, quant fisherman’s cottages, Cafe’s and bistro’s, harbour pub, art galleries and craft shops.

But be warned do not take your car beyond the Old Coastguard Hotel as the roads are very narrow

What you will love about Mousehole

• Sitting on the quay with an ice cream looking out to St. Michael’s mount in the distance
• The walk from Penzance to Mousehole has breath-taking views of the coastline and the colours of the sea
• Al fresco dining at the Old Coastguard or 2 Fore Street
• A coffee with a view – at the Rock Pool Cafe overlooking the sea
• People watching from the small sandy harbour
• The hidden away cottages and art scene gems as you explore the small cobbled lanes
• The adventure of the Mousehole to Larmorna Cove coastal path- a medium effort walk and uneven surface
• The children’s story of the Mousehole Cat
• The stunning Christmas lights – they are very special

A short stroll from Penzance, is the working harbour village of Newlyn. Newlyn harbour and fish market is one of the UK largest fishing ports and just a must to visit and absorb the vibrant nature of the Cornish fishing industry. The walk from Penzance is via the sea front, paved all the way so ideal for wheelchairs and pushchairs and gentle walkers.

In the late 1800’s Newlyn saw the arrival of a creative artists colony that became known as the New School. The artists that moved to Newlyn were inspired by the day to day life of the harbour, the comings and goings of the fleet and the anxious wait of families who watched for the boats to return safely home. Many of these works can be seen at the Penlee House Gallery.

What you will love about Newlyn

• It’s a bustling working harbour – if you are people, sea, nature or boat watcher, you will be in your element
• The historic “Newlyn Trail” - explore the heritage and unique global connections and artistic roots through a walking trail of Newlyn
• Savouring the art scene - Newlyn Art Gallery and commercial art galleries
• Newlyn has some great restaurants – The Tolcarne Inn & The Mackeral Sky, The Bistro at Newlyn Cinema, The Bridge Pizzeria
• Authentic Cornish Fisherman’s pubs
• Great Ice Cream at Jelberts the oldest ice cream makers in Cornwall
• Some superb pottery, art and crafts & collectibles shops to explore
• Great coffee at Lovetts & Dukes

Is accessed by the surfaced and even coastal path between Penzance and Marazion. It is a lovely walk, cycle ride or jog and certainly one to have on your itinerary.
Marazion is an ancient market town and is a great place to visit any time of the year- sea views, beach walks and stunning views of the impossibly romantic castle of St. Michael’s Mount, perched atop an ancient island, just 500 metres from the coast.

Plenty of galleries, art and gift shops, cafes, puts and restaurant.

What you will love about Marazion

• The walk from Penzance to Marazion – reviving sea air and amazing views
• St. Michael’s Mount and its subtropical gardens and the myths and legends that come to life inside the Castle walls
• Marazion beach – with cafes, peace of mind of high season life guards and water sports equipment hire and instruction
• The intriguing independent gift shops, galleries and cafes along the winding streets
• The onward walk (away from Penzance) from Marazion to Perranuthnoe (approx. 1 mile) Prussia Cove (approx. 2 miles) – it is stunning coastline and sea
• views, which is pretty flat but in parts uneven surface and relatively accessible to all walking abilities
• The good choice of cafes, restaurant’s and pubs to suit all appetites and occasions including the Mexico Inn in Long Rock before you get into Marazion.

In brief: Set in a sheltered valley near Gulval, just outside Penzance, Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens form a modern landscape for art and plant lovers alike. Sub-tropical planting sits alongside installations by artists including David Nash, Tim Shaw and Penny Saunders.

Don’t miss: Travel underground to see the sky from James Turrell’s elliptical viewing chamber; fantastic on a clear winter day when twilight falls early. The Kitchen is a relaxed dining space in the grounds and serves excellent food during both daytime and evening.

Find out more: tremenheere.co.uk