Marazion & St Michaels Mount


Tucked away in the very far corners of South West Cornwall is the charming little town of Marazion – believed to be Britain’s oldest town. Aside from being steeped in history, and the location of St Michaels Mount, Marazion is also loved by those interested in hiking, water sports and bird watching.

Marazion is also a good base from which to explore Cornwall – with plenty of affordable accommodation and a fair choice of good eateries, visitors can experience the true Cornish lifestyle in a comfortable and beautiful setting.

St Michaels Mount is one of the main attractions in Cornwall itself, let alone Marazion. The highlight is the castle which is set atop the mount on a separate island – it’s possible to walk to the mount during low tide, but at high tide a ferry ride is required. The castle itself is quite enchanting and visitors can amble through the many furnished rooms and drink in the sensational panoramic views on offer.

Marazion as a town is equally charming – with narrow roads climbing over steep hills, and wonderful shops, pubs and bakeries offering the most wonderful food and drink options. Marazion also has a lovely sand beach offering wonderful views of the mount making the town one of the undiscovered gems of Cornwall!

Mount’s Bay is a massive attraction for anyone staying in Marazion accommodation. The sea here is safe to swim in and there is always plenty of space on the beach to kick a football, play tennis or simply relax in the sun. The bay is also a fantastic place to sail, windsurf or kite board, as the calm seas and reliable winds create almost perfect conditions for water sport. There is an excellent water sports centre in Marazion, so those looking to brush up on their sailing or learn to windsurf are well positioned from self catering Marazion accommodation.

Marazion is also excellently positioned for tours of Cornwall. Just a short trip along the coast lies Penzance, and Land’s End, the Minack Theatre, the Eden Project and the St Ives Tate Gallery are all easily within range of an afternoon excursion from a cottage in Marazion.