Accidentally Stumbled Upon Britain’s Edge📍Penzance
⭐ Penzance (/pɛnˈzæns/; Cornish: Pensans) A historic harbor town in Cornwall, UK, overlooking Mount’s Bay. Known for: • Pirate havens in the 17th century 🏴☠️ • Gateway to Land’s End (England’s westernmost point, 16km away) • Mild climate & ferry hub for the Isles of Scilly 🚂 How to Get There & Itinerary Tips Base City Options (both accessible by train): 1️⃣ St Ives ✓ Pros: Prettiest coastal village ✗ Cons: No direct buses to Land’s End/Minack Theatre/St Michael’s Mount 2️⃣ Penzance ✓ Pros: Cheaper stays + better transport links ✗ Cons: Less charming than St Ives Sample Itineraries: From Penzance: Day1: London → Penzance (5.5h train) Day2: Land’s End + Minack Theatre Day3: St Michael’s Mount + St Ives Day4: Depart From St Ives: Day1: London → St Ives (5-6h train) Day2: Land’s End + Minack Theatre (via Penzance bus transfer) Day3: St Michael’s Mount (via Penzance bus transfer) Day4: Depart 📍 Key Transport • London → Penzance: Direct trains (~5.5h) • St Ives → Penzance: Bus #17 (30min; check FirstBus app) #HiddenGemsUK #CornwallTravel #Penzance#BritishCoast #LondonWeekends