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St Michael's Mount(Nr Penzance, Cornwall, UK) |
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Facilities & Restrictions:Souvenir shop, Dogs allowed |
The jewel in Cornwall's crown
This magical island is the jewel in Cornwall's crown. The great granite crag which rises from the waters of Mount's Bay is surmounted by an embattled medieval castle, home of the St Aubyn family for over 300 years. The Mount's flanks are softened by lush sub-tropical vegetation and on the water's edge there is a harbourside community which features shops and restaurants Opening Times: 29 Mar - 29 Oct: Mon - Fri 10.30am - 5.30pm. Last admission 4.45pm. Shops & restaurants open daily. Nov - end Mar: It is essential to telephone before setting out in order to ascertain the opening arrangements for that day. The castle & grounds are open most weekends during the season. These are special charity days when National Trust members are asked to pay admission    |
Location:OS Ref. SW515 300. At Marazion there is access on foot over causeway at low tide. In summer months there is a ferry at high tide. 4m E of Penzance Contact:
Address: Marazion, Phone: +44(0)1736 710507 or 71025 Management:Management: The Manor Office Admissions:
Opening times:OpeningTimes: Apr - Oct: Mon - Fri. Nov - end Mar: it is essential to telephone. Nearest:City: Nr Penzance |
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