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
Prices from:
Adult: £13.95
Under 18: £10.50
Valid until: 28/02/2011
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.
My family of five visited YHA Penzance over the new year and what an amazing introduction to 2010! A truly restful and warm 3 nights followed by awesome breakfasts, the fruit of excellent service and ...
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We recently stayed as an MA study group from University. The accommodation was excellent, the staff were most helpful and the food was delicious. We have all vowed to come back soon.
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