Sennen
Located close to Lands End, Sennen is the most westerly village of mainland England. The charming village boasts a mile long stretch of sandy beach, cafe's, restaurants, two surf schools, galleries, shops, a pub! Plus there are miles of stunning coastline paths to walk and vast unspoilt countryside to explore - A perfect Cornish location!
Top things to do...
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Discover the cove – This quaint cove has a handful of lovely restaurants, shops and a couple of art galleries, including the interesting architecture of the roundhouse gallery. You will also find the lifeboat launch station here too. Have a browse whilst enjoying the stunning coastal views!
Pitch up for the night – Just a few metres back from the beach you can pitch a tent at 'Trevedra Farm' caravan and camping site - A great location with stunning views, and close to the village and all its amenities! Try out some surfing - Boasting great breaking surf (especially good for beginners), head to the 1-mile beach and enjoy a surf lesson on the golden sandy beach and in the clear blue seas. |
Walk the coastal path – Sennen to Lands End coastal path is a moderate 3-mile-long walk, with amazing coastal views and historical sites to spot such as an old Neolithic fort and a ship wreck!
Pick up some local produce – Every Tuesday throughout the year, Sennen holds a farmers' market - Browse the stalls for crafts, locally sourced foods and freshly baked artisan bread. Take a scenic boat trip – 'Phoenix Marine' offer scenic boat trips all around the stunning coastline of Sennen and the Lands End. View the rugged granite cliff faces from the sea and learn about shipwrecks both recent and historic. |
Where to eat and drink...
Old Success Inn (Contemporary with character, gastro pub)
The Blue Lagoon (Fantastic fish and chips)
Apple Tree Café (They roast their own coffee beans, and have an amazing vegan menu!)
First and Last Inn (Cornish beers and gastro pub menu)
Surf Beach Bar (Amazing beach views offering stone baked pizzas, burgers and more!)
Little Bo Café (Stunning coastal location, beach views and cream teas!)
The Blue Lagoon (Fantastic fish and chips)
Apple Tree Café (They roast their own coffee beans, and have an amazing vegan menu!)
First and Last Inn (Cornish beers and gastro pub menu)
Surf Beach Bar (Amazing beach views offering stone baked pizzas, burgers and more!)
Little Bo Café (Stunning coastal location, beach views and cream teas!)
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What is Sennen famous for...Shipwrecks and Smugglers!
The dangerous game of smuggling played a huge part in the history of Sennen - The First and Last Inn is known as one of the most famous dens for smugglers to store their hoards, in fact the whole village of was in on the smuggling trade! A shipwreck left behind to be broken down by the crashing waves is the RMS Mulheim - A large cargo vessel shipwrecked in 2003. Although not caused by smugglers, but a drunken captain's error! |
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If you only do one thing...Surf!
Sennen gets as much swell as any north coast beach, although it has waves that suit all standards and is a good learners beach. Plus there is board hire right on the beach! The Sennen Surf centre is one of the longest running surf schools in the entire country, so they know a thing or two about how to catch some waves. |
