Hayle Penwith

Located in the Penwith district of Cornwall in the United Kingdom, the small town and parish of Hayle was previously a significant cargo port, importing coal for the smelting of tin and exporting the resulting tin and ore. Lying close to the coastal towns of Carbis Bay and St Ives, Hayle today has a population of just over 8,000 and is growing in popularity as a tourist destination, with visitors attracted to the fine scenery and the 3 miles of golden sand which is ideal for family holidays. Hayle is situated beside the A30 road between Penzance and Camborne, it is about 6 miles from Penzance. Hayle Map.

Towns of Cornwall – Penzance

The ancient market town and fishing port of Penzance is the main town for the west of Cornwall, situated on the attractive Mount’s Bay, it is about 10 miles from Land’s End in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Deriving its name from the Cornish for “Holy Headland” (Pensans), Penzance has been important over the centuries for fishing, mining and agriculture and received its 1st Royal Charter in 1512. With the decline in the fishing industry during the late 20th century, tourism has become more important for the town, with visitors attracted by the beautiful scenery and the local attractions such as St Michael’s Mount, Land’s End, the ancient tin mines, and Trengwainton Gardens. Penzance is situated just off the A30. Penzance Map.