Welcome to Drift

Drift Cornwall is a small village located in the southwestern part of England. It is situated in the county of Cornwall and is known for its picturesque landscapes and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The village is surrounded by lush green hills and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. Drift Cornwall is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world.

One of the main attractions of Drift Cornwall is its beautiful beaches. The village is home to a number of sandy beaches that are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. The most popular beach in the area is Porthcurno Beach, which is known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning views of the coastline. Other popular beaches in the area include Sennen Cove, Gwynver Beach, and Praa Sands.

In addition to its beaches, Drift Cornwall is also known for its rich history and culture. The village is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Minack Theatre, which is an open-air theatre that was built into the cliffs overlooking the sea. Other notable landmarks in the area include the St. Levan Church, the Merry Maidens stone circle, and the Penzance Market House. Drift Cornwall is also home to a number of art galleries and museums, which showcase the work of local artists and the history of the area.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11°C

Feels Like: 7.4°C

Wind: 24.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Newlyn School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Connolly	Carne Road Newlyn Penzance Cornwall TR18 5QA 01736363509 School Website
Alverton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Higgs	Toltuff Crescent Alverton Penzance Cornwall TR18 4QD 1736364087 School Website
Heamoor Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Jodie Flynn	Bosvenna Way Heamoor Penzance Cornwall TR18 3JZ 01736364868 School Website
St Marys C Of E Primary School Penzance Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Hilary Tyreman	Redinnick Place Penzance Cornwall TR18 4HP 01736363009 School Website
Mounts Bay Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Les Hall	Boscathnoe Lane Heamoor Penzance Cornwall TR18 3JT 01736363240 School Website
Nancealverne School Academy Special Converter Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Ruth Carpenter	Madron Road Penzance TR20 8TP 1736365039 School Website
Pensans Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Niki Rogers	Madron Road Penzance Cornwall TR20 8UH 01736363627 School Website
St Madderns C Of E School Madron Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Hilary Tyreman	Bellair Road Madron Penzance Cornwall TR20 8SP 01736364845 School Website
Mousehole School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Trow	Foxes Lane Mousehole Penzance Cornwall TR19 6QQ 1736731427 School Website
Humphry Davy School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr William Marshall	Coombe Road Penzance Cornwall TR18 2TG 01736363559 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Penzance Wharf Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2LT 2.68 Miles

St Erth Station Approach, St Erth, Cornwall, TR27 6JW 7.76 Miles

Lelant Saltings Saltings Reach, Lelant, Cornwall, TR26 3DL 8.31 Miles

Carbis Bay Porthrepta Road, Carbis Bay, Cornwall, TR26 2NN 8.50 Miles

St Ives Station Road, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BP 8.81 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rosevale Cars 01736 810751 9 Beacon Estate, Penzance, Cornwall, TR20 8QR 1.37 Miles
Stones Taxis Ltd 01736 366366 3 The Coombe, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 5HS 1.41 Miles
Any Time Taxis 01736 888888 21 Mount Lidden, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4PA 1.50 Miles
Care Taxis 01736 367433 35 Trevean Rd, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2RT 2.15 Miles
Kits Cars 01736 333731 12 Parc Wartha Av, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2RY 2.17 Miles
Kernow Kabs 01736 785959 7 Carmen Sq, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 3HH 2.20 Miles
R Cars 01736 362222 56 Chapel Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4AE 2.34 Miles
Penzance Taxi Co 01736 366366 Round House, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2ST 2.34 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01736 330864 38 St. James St, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2BU 2.37 Miles
R Cars 01736 330564 1 St. Dominic Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2DL 2.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lower Drift Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Catchall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tregavarah Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tredavoe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Gurnick Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tremethick Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Faugan Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sancreed Churchtown Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chywoone Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chywoone Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Belle Vue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newlyn Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gwavas Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carn Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ropewalk Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Newlyn Surgery	3 New Road Newlyn Penzance TR18 5PZ
St Clare's Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	St Clare Street Penzance TR18 3DX
St Clare's Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	St Clare Street Penzance TR18 3DX
Atlantic Medical Group 01736 363741	St Clare Medical Centre St Clare Street Penzance Cornwall TR18 3DX
Sunnyside Surgery 01736 363340	St Clare Medical Centre St Clare Street Penzance Cornwall TR18 3DX

Local Stores

Newlyn
18 The Strand
Newlyn
Penzance
Cornwall
TR18 5HN
01736 362593
Store Website
1.52 miles

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SPAR Pendeen
Pendeen
TR19 7DN
01736 788638
Store Website
5.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Regent Court Veterinary Practice Ltd
1 &Amp; 2 Lower Queen Street Penzance Cornwall TR18 4DE 01736 368768 regentcourtvets@btconnect.com Website 2.29 miles
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Animals Treated
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Rosevean Veterinary Practice
Rosevean House Coombe Road Penzance Cornwall TR18 3HU 01736 362 215 info@roseveanvets.co.uk Website 2.51 miles
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Animals Treated
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Sat	09:00	13:00
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24hr Emergency Service

Penzance Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Penzance Retails Park Eastern Green Penzance Cornwall TR18 3AP 01736 335 300 penzance@vets4pets.com Website 3.40 miles

Animals Treated
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Mounts Bay Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 15 D&Amp;E Long Rock Industrial Estate Long Rock Penzance Cornwall TR20 8HX 01736 330331 enquiries@mountsbayvets.co.uk Website 3.99 miles
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Animals Treated
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Animal Veterinary Services
Animal Vet Services St. Ives Road Carbis Bay St. Ives Cornwall TR26 2JX 01736 796 088 info@avshayle.co.uk Website 8.24 miles
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Animals Treated
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Medivet - St Ives Trenwith Lane
Trenwith Lane St. Ives Cornwall TR26 1DA 01736 798 333 st.ives.trenwith.ln@medivet.co.uk Website 8.45 miles
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Animals Treated
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Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

Chapel Carn Brea
Unnamed Road Penzance Lancashire TR19 6JD 3.14 miles Car Park At Sw 388 283, Just North Of The A30 From Penzance To Sennen And Land'S End.

Location what3words lollipop.speedy.chop

Long Rock
S W Coast Path Penzance Lancashire TR20 8HZ 4.02 miles The Car Park Is Across The Level Crossing. Free Parking After 4Pm, £1.00 Beforehand

Location what3words clef.eyepieces.bluffing

Pendeen Carn Cornwall
Pendeen Carn Is Crisscrossed By Bridleways Suitable For Dog Walking. There Are Plenty Of Routes To Choose. You Can Stay On The Level Or Head Uphill. Often We've Done A Circular Route Including The Fogou Towards The Top Of The Hill. Depending On The Time Of Day It Can Be Busy Or Quiet. On A Fine Day There Are Views Along The Coast. Located: Just Off The A3071 From Penzance After Newbridge Take The B3318 (North Road). The Car Park Is Where You See The Sign For Trewallard. North Rd Penzance Lancashire TR19 7TH 4.15 miles Just Off The A3071 From Penzance After Newbridge Take The B3318 (North Road). The Car Park Is Where You See The Sign For Trewallard.

Location what3words reboot.windpipe.sleeping

Lands End
A Walk From Sennen Cove To Land’S End, Encompassing Spectacular Views And A Variety Of Wildlife. TR19 7DA 5.67 miles Follow The A30 Through Cornwall, Heading South-West, Until You Reach Its End.

Perranuthnoe To Marazion
An Gwythow Perranuthnoe Penzance TR20 9NB 6.24 miles Perranuthnoe Is 3 Miles East Of Penzance On The South Coast

Location what3words grant.hindering.cards

Perranuthnoe Beach Cornwall
Walk The Coastal Path, From Perranuthnoe To Marizion St.Michals Mount, Or Onlong The Coastal Path The Other Way All Way To Praa Sands Or Porthleven Hours Of Walking, Stop Little Coves On Your Way Have Pick Nick, Swim In Summer. Or Play With Dog On Beach, Summer Prussia Cove Is Dog Friendly. Lancashire 6.35 miles Perranuthnoe

Location what3words lizard.coil.escorting

Weather Forecast

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Cloudy
Temp	-2.8°C	-2°C	-1.9°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	6°C	2.5°C
Feels Like	-6.8°C	-5.8°C	-5.6°C	-5.8°C	-4.8°C	-2.7°C	0°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	3°C	-1°C

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