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West to the Isles
This journey begins in the far, far west and just keeps on going.
Penzance
is the start point,
a historic harbour town which still has many Georgian buildings and a distinctly alternat-
ive, arty vibe. Nearby
Newlyn
is still home to Cornwall's biggest fishing fleet, so it's a
great place to pick up fresh crabs and lobsters straight off the boats, and you can investigate
its artistic connections at the century-old Newlyn Art Gallery. Just along the coast,
Mouse-
hole
is an essential detour; it's arguably the prettiest village in west Cornwall, with its
slate-roofed cottages, winding alleyways and horseshoe-shaped harbour.
Next comes more coastal exploring via the coves of
Lamorna
and
Porthcurno
, where you
can watch an unforgettable clifftop play at the famous Minack Theatre, carved directly into