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Tregiffian Farm Location

Tregiffian Farm, St Buryan, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 6BG

​We recommend you follow a route to Penzance using the A30. From Penzance, keeping the sea and harbour immediately to your left, follow the signs to Newlyn, then take the B3315 (up the long hill) for approx. 5.5 miles. Tregiffian Farm will be on the left hand side of the road – there is a sign on the hedge at the end of the lane. If you have any difficulty locating us, please don't hesitate to call for further directions.

What to see & do

Tregiffian Farm is ideally situated to explore the many and diverse sights in Far West Cornwall, and indeed further afield too. There are beaches and coves in abundance, ancient monuments, historic sites such as the ruined tin mine workings, and the artists' community and Tate Gallery in St Ives.

Beaches & Coves

• Porthgwarra, Porthcurno and Porthchapel Beautiful sandy beaches in the West Penwith area.
• Lamorna and Penberth Two quaint and unspoit fishing coves within a short distance of the farm.
• Sennen Cove Of ancient smugglers fame and a wonderful surfing beach. Land´s End is half a mile away and within walking distance.
• St Ives A fabulous stretch of sand, and other places to visit include the Tate Gallery and the artists' community.
• Marazion to Mount’s Bay Another long beach, with superb views of St Michael’s Mount. Popular with wind and kite surfers.
• Cape Cornwall is the only cape in England, where two seas meet, the Atlantic and the English Channel.
• The Lizard The southerly point of mainland Britain. It has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, almost surrounded by the sea, and stunningly beautiful at any time of the year.
• The Coastal Footpath An ideal way to view many of the beaches and coves that cannot be reached any other way.

Gardens

• Trengwainton Tender and exotic trees and shrubs flourish in this sheltered and virtually frost-free garden. There are also unique walled gardens with sloping beds, stream and pond gardens, and a terrace with fine views across Mounts Bay to the Lizard.
• Trewidden A beautiful, 15-acre Cornish garden with magnolias & camellias, plus a children's trail, plant sales and a tearoom.
  
• Glendurgan A steep and sheltered sub–tropical valley garden on the Helford river, with a fine display of trees, rare shrubs and wild flowers.
• Trebah This beautiful 26 acre garden is listed among the 80 finest in the world and is situated next to Glendurgan.
• Lost Gardens of Heligan In 1990, after 75 years of neglect, the Lost Gardens were re–discovered and thereafter restored on a shoestring budget by a small band of enthusiasts. The estate has been brought back to life to thrill a new generation.
• The Eden Project is a dramatic global garden nestling like a lost world in an old china clay pit overlooking St Austell Bay.
• Lanhydrock, Trelissick and Cotehele Other National Trust gardens.
• Trevarno also houses the National Museum of Gardening.

Historic

• The Merry Maidens Close to Tregiffian Farm is the Merry Maidens stone circle, reputedly dating from the Bronze Age, and probably used in pagan ceremonies.
• Pipers Stones The Pipers are the largest standing stones in Penwith, the tallest being 16 feet, and are very close to the Merry Maidens.
• Chysauster and Carn Euny are the remains of ancient settlements, circular covered huts with courtyards, built on hills with commanding views over the countryside.
• Lanyon Quoit One of many quoits in the West Penwith area, Lanyon Quoit is easy to access from the road.

• Levant One of the best places to see evidence of the old tin mines is at Levant, where on certain days during the season the beam engine is fired up, and guided tours take place (see the National Trust website for details).
• St Michael’s Mount Walk across the causeway at low tide from Marazion to visit this wonderful castle.
• Pendennis and St Mawes Castles Built in the mid–1500s by Henry VIII to fortify the south coast against invasion, these castles are steeped in history.
• Restormel Castle Now a ruin, this castle was once owned by Edward the Black Prince.
• Tintagel An awe-inspiring and romantic spot, a place of legends.
• Cornish Mining Heritage The St Just district of Cornish mining heritage can easily be reached in only a few minutes by car from Tregiffian Farm. Visit the mine ruins and the Count House at Botallack, Geevor Tin Mine and Levant Mine and Beam Engine.

Popular

• St Ives is a delightful town with a fabulous stretch of sand, and other places to visit including the Tate Gallery and the artist community. There are many good places to eat in St Ives, with fresh locally caught fish being on many menus.
• Penzance has a range of shops, and many restaurants, offering fresh, locally produced food. Visit the harbour, or one of the museums or galleries.
• The Minack Theatre Just a ten minute drive away, Cornwall’s theatre under the stars was carved out of the rock in the 1920’s by Rowena Cade. Visit the Minack Theatre website for further details.
• The Isles of Scilly Take a helicopter ride from Penzance to Tresco in the Isles of Scilly, to visit the world−famous Abbey Gardens.
• Land's End Known for it's breath-taking clifftop views, long coastal walks and being Britain's most south-westerly point! There are also restaurants, gift shops and other family friendly activities.

Useful Links

St Michael's Mount

Minack Theatre

Lost Gardens Of Heligan

Geevor Tin Mine

Eden Project

Tintagel Castle

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We’d be delighted to help answer any questions you might have, check availability or assist you to make a booking at Tregiffian Farm B&B. We take bookings directly, which guarantees you the best price for your stay. We look forward to welcoming you!

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