Visitor attractions and information - Penzance
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 Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall,
TR19 7EW. Tel: 01736 788662. The largest preserved mining site
in the UK. In the far west of Cornwall, on the Atlantic Coast.
Until 1990 Geevor was a working mine, now a museum, with many
surface buildings, a guided underground tour through 18th / 19th
century workings, a shop and a cafe. www.geevor.com. About 7 miles west of Penzance. |
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Lands
End is the most westerly point in mainland England and the most
visited outdoor tourist attraction in the County. There is lots
for all the family to see and do, and you can have your photograph
taken at the fingerpost. About 8 miles west of Penzance. |
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The Minack Theatre was the inspiration and
life’s work of Rowena Cade. Sub-tropical rockeries. Come
and enjoy the wealth of photographs, models and audio-visual
displays. Coffee Shop. If you are coming to a performance at
the theatre, we offer simple take-away meals. www.minack.com.
About 7 miles south west
of Penzance. |
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Trengwainton
Garden, Madron, nr Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8RZ. Tel: 01736 363148.
Visitors can now access previously closed sections of the walled
gardens, incorporating a viewing platform to take in the scale
of these unique structures, mysteriously built to the dimensions
of Noah's Ark. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL
/ Andrea Jones). www.nationaltrust.org.uk.
About 1 mile west of Penzance. |
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St Michael's Mount, Marazion, nr Penzance,
Cornwall TR17 0EF. Tel: 01736 710507. Rocky island crowned by
medieval church and castle, home to a living community. One of
England's most famous and dramatic coastal attractions. Enchanting
medieval castle and church perched upon a craggy island. Victorian
underground railway travels from the village to top of the hill.
Visit by causeway at low tide or take a boat trip. National Trust.
Charges apply. (photo David Noton). www.nationaltrust.org.uk.
Just off the coast of
Penzance. |
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Barbara
Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Garden, Barnoon Hill, St Ives,
Cornwall, TR26 1AD. Tel: 01736 796226. Visiting the Barbara Hepworth
Museum and Sculpture Garden is a unique experience. Sculptures
in bronze, stone and wood are on display in the Museum and Garden,
along with paintings, drawings. www.tate.org.uk.
Location: About 7 miles
north of Penzance. |
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Tate St Ives, Porthmeor Beach, St Ives, Cornwall,
TR26 1TG. Tel: 01736 796226. The Gallery overlooks Porthmeor
Beach. The Gallery is a three storey building backing directly
into the cliff face. The site is dramatic - it drops 50ft from
cliff-top to beach and there are entrances to the Gallery at
both levels. Tate café. With spectacular views over the
old town of St Ives. ramp and lift access suitable for wheelchair
users to all floors at Tate St Ives. www.tate.org.uk. Location: About 7 miles north of Penzance. |
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