Penwith Tour - 3 days

Day one

Arrive in St Just

Check in for your first night's accommodation at The Commercial Hotel, St Just. St Just is England's most westerly town and the area has been awarded World Heritage status in recognition of the mining industry. Nearby Cape Cornwall is a short cycle ride away from the hotel.

If you are hiring a cycle for the tour we will set you up and make all the necessary adjustments in the afternoon, to ensure you are ready to go in the morning.

About your accommodation: The Commercial Hotel

The Commercial Hotel is situated in the centre of St Just. A former coaching inn, the Commercial Hotel has been run by the same family for over 100 years and is well-known locally for its warm, Cornish welcome and excellent home cooked food. Located a mile from Cape Cornwall, the area is rich in Cornish culture and Heritage, with ancient Celtic sites, hidden coves is and close to the popular beaches at Sennen Cove Beach and Porthcurno. All 11 bedrooms are en-suite with colour televisions, hair dryers, tea/coffee making facilities and are non smoking.

Day Two

St Just to Hayle - 22 miles (34 km)

Leaving St Just the tour follows lanes which hug the clifftops to the north of Cape Cornwall. The area's mining heritage is clearly visible here, with engine houses and ruined mine workings still standing at Botallack and Levant, and the Geevor Mine museum at Pendeen.

The route then takes you through National Trust land at Rosemergy, Porthmeor and Gurnard's Head to the village of Zennor, where the nearby Logan Stone is worth a detour. St Ives is well known for its artists, and there you will find the Tate gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum, as well as some great restaurants and picturesque harbour. From St Ives to Hayle the route follows the coastal road with wonderful views over St Ives Bay up to the lighthouse at Godrevy Head.

About your accommodation: Beachtown B+B, Hayle

For those seeking accommodation with a little extra privacy, Beachtown is ideal and offers a pleasant stay within their victorian family home. A warm and friendly atmosphere awaits you. 

They provide your accommodation with sole occupancy and amenities yet there still close by if you need them!

There home is situated close to Hayle's three miles of golden sand and is within walking distance to 'The Towans' (Cornish for Sand Dunes) near to St Ives Bay and Hayles stunning beach stretching from Hayle Harbour to Godrevy Lighthouse.

 Set in a peaceful location within the historical village of Phillack, away from the hustle and bustle yet close enough for access to the beach town of Hayle and it's local amenities including pubs, restaurants, shops and beaches.

Day Three

Hayle to St Just - 28 miles (46 km)

From the estuary at Hayle (a renowned habitat for wading birds), you cycle from the north to the south coast of Cornwall at the county's narrowest point. Meeting the sea at St Michael's Mount, there is an easy, level ride around Mount's Bay to Penzance and neighbouring Newlyn. Both towns have large harbours and big fishing fleets, so there is always plenty going on here. It's also an ideal place for lunch.

The tour follows the coast road to Mousehole, a cosy fishing village with real charm and character. Porthcurno is home to the Minack Theatre - a unique place where the auditorium and stage are carved into the cliff above the sea. Performances are held here throughout the summer.

Then it's on to Land's End, England’s most westerly point, from where it is possible to see the Isles of Scilly on a clear day. The route then passes through Sennen, one of Cornwall's most spectacular surfing beaches, before turning inland on the lanes to St Just.