Cobbled alleyways, dockside taverns and glorious sandy beaches – if you’re looking for the real Cornwall experience, Penzance is the place to be! Nestled on the county’s south-west coast, Penzance is a small town with a big reputation.
Despite being a quiet and peaceful resort, Penzance was chosen as the setting for Gilbert and Sullivan’s 1879 Pirates of Penzance, making the town famous around the world. By the early 20th century, it had become one of the UK’s most popular seaside resorts, with a rail-link direct to London.
Today, Penzance is as loved as ever. With its wonderful Victorian promenade and its one-of-a-kind Art Deco lido, Penzance is the jewel in the crown of the Cornish Riviera – a nickname popularized by the Great Western Railway.
This design shows Penzance harbour on a summer’s day. Seagulls dart through the blue sky and a few skiffs bob in the clear water. Know any pirates? You never know: they might be a fan of this beautiful tea towel!