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Hayle Estuary At the mouth of the estuary Lelant village has a large sandy beach and a narrow strip of sandy coves, care should be taken when bathing due to the tidal currents. Between the village and the beach there is a golf course and the church of St Uny, this is the starting point of the 13 mile trek to St Michael’s Mount in Mount’s Bay, known as the St Michael’s Way.


Nearby Lelant Saltings is a popular bird watching site with rare species. There are also old mine workings to be explored and the ‘Park and Ride’ car park for St Ives. Hayle has three miles of golden sands with the quieter Peter’s Point at the northern end and the more popular Gwithians and Upton Towans to the south, all are safe for swimming and surfing.


There is excellent fishing and many paths through the Towans (Cornish for dunes). This resort is a popular area for holiday parks, caravan and camping. It is also one of the rare places in Cornwall where it is possible to have meals and drinks actually served whilst on the beach.


For the history buffs there is the intriguing town trail to discover local heritage, and for the kids there is the Paradise Park & Jungle Barn. The nearby Country Skittles has bowling, restaurant and bar, shooting gallery and games. Located at the water’s edge is the RSPB Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve.


Inland Camborne & Redruth are most definitely worth visiting. Camborne is home to the Richard Trevithick’s statue, and celebrates the inventor on Trevithick Day. Museums include King Edward Mine and East Pool Mine. Others things to see is the Music Festival in the autumn, Carn Brea Castle, Tuckingmill Valley Park and the Red River Valley Nature Reserve.


Nearby is the National Trust’s Steam Engine Museum. For the walking enthusiasts historical trails include the Great Flat Lode this is a popular circular route. Redruth celebrates their famous son on Murdoch Day where children dance through the streets, plus many other activities. It is also home to Murdoch House being the first house in the world to have been lit by gas. St Rumon's Gardens is beautifully lit at night, as are many other landmarks across the town.


For the walking enthusiast there are a number of trails: the Town Trail involves the Cornish Mining industry buildings, the Plain-an- Gwarry Trail is a tour to the north of the town centre and the Churchtown trail taking in the beautiful St Euny Church west of the town. There are also trails around the Mining Villages surrounding the town, including Carharrack, Lanner, St Day, Illogan and Carn Brea.


At nearby Pool the Heartlands World Heritage Gateway Centre has a wealth of things to do and see, kids play area and a cafe. Also near Redruth at Lower Gryllis Farm, Treskillard the SHIRE HORSE FARM AND CARRIAGE MUSEUM is great fun for horse lovers and kids. To pan for gold the Treasure Park is near Redruth at Tolgus Mill.


On the outskirts of Redruth, the LANNER INN is a tradional family run village pub, perfect for exploring west Cornwall and within easy travelling distance of all the major aracons. There are six comfortable well equipped en-suite bedrooms and evening meals are available. This Inn is popular, with a friendly warm welcome. extended to all. Car parking is available.


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SHIRE HORSE TRUST AND CARRIAGE MUSEUM is a working farm and museum dedicated to preserving the tools, vehicles and horses once common in UK farming. Come and meet the gentle giants of working horse world! The farm has Shires, Clydesdales and Suffolk Punches. See a large collection of horse-drawn private, commercial and agricultural vehicles, a London horse bus, a 1902 Gypsy showman's wagon, plus a working wheelwright's and blacksmith's shop. Unfortunately we can't have any dogs at the farm.


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