Penzance
"Now open following an extensive refurbishment project"
Great for:
Coastal scenery, water-sports, art galleries, ancient sites, historic houses & gardens, wildlife and geology.
Penzance - General
Address:
Castle Horneck
Alverton
Penzance
Cornwall
TR20 8TF
Tel: 0845 371 9653
Fax no: (+44) 1736 362663
Email: penzance@yha.org.uk
Description:
Set in landscaped woodland and gardens, this early Georgian Manor House has good transport links to some of the finest coastal walks, cliff scenery and beaches in Britain. Take a trip to St Michael's Mount, Land's End, St Ives or to the Isles of Scilly and explore the unique history and culture of the World Heritage sites in West Cornwall. Look for sharks, dolphins and seals on a Marine Safari, go bird-watching with the RSPB or try badger, bat and moth spotting in the garden. On return to YHA Penzance sample speciality fish dishes and Cornish ice-cream in the café..
Opening information:
Available all year.
Reception Open:
08.00 - 10.00 hrs
17.00 - 22.30 hrs
Hostel Closes:
22.30 hrs
Need to know:
Camping facilities & parking on-site.
Penzence might not be the best place to stay on Penwith, but this hostel is worth staying in - not not only for families! Warm atmosphere, great building, very clean facilities, friendly staff, great ...
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Mainly wanted to say thank you to the lovely lady on reception who solved our crisis this morning when the Mount was closed because of stormy weather. Our group went to St Ives as recommended and abso...
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