Large
seaside town with many facilities. To the north of the harbour is
a sandy beach which stretches to Marazion at low tide. To the south
west of the harbour there is a pebble & sand beach by the promenade.
There is also an outdoor swimming pool by the seafront
Directions:Penzance
is 27 miles from Truro and 14 miles from Helston. From the north
east take the A30 and at Hayle follow the directions for Penzance.
Shortly after Crowlas there is a roundabout. Turn right and at the
next roundabout take the second left for Penzance. At the next roundabout
take the 1st left for Penzance town centre (the 2nd left follows
the A30 around the outskirts of Penzance). In Penzance turn left
and follow the road by the harbour and promenade for the various
car parks. Alternatively approach Penzance on the A394 from Helston
Parking:4 car parks by the seafront. There is also road parking by
the promenade