Welcome to The Carracks

The Carracks is a group of rocky islets located off the coast of Cornwall, England. These islets are situated in the Atlantic Ocean, about 1.5 miles southwest of the town of St. Ives. The Carracks is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the rugged coastline and enjoy the stunning views of the sea. The islets are also home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, razorbills, and guillemots.

The Carracks is a challenging destination for experienced kayakers and surfers. The islets are surrounded by strong currents and rough seas, making it difficult to navigate. However, for those who are up for the challenge, the rewards are well worth it. The area is known for its excellent surfing conditions, with waves that can reach up to 10 feet high. Kayakers can also explore the caves and coves around the islets, which are home to a variety of marine life, including seals and dolphins.

The Carracks is also a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The waters around the islets are teeming with fish, including mackerel, bass, and pollock. Visitors can charter a boat and spend the day fishing, or simply cast a line from the shore. The area is also home to a number of seafood restaurants, where visitors can sample the local catch of the day. Overall, The Carracks is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves the sea and enjoys outdoor activities.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 23.4°C

Feels Like: 25°C

Wind: 22.4 MPH

Wind Dir: E

Local Schools

School	Details
St Ives Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Ali Watts	The Burrows St Ives Cornwall TR26 1DN 01736796202 School Website
St Ives Infant School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Richard Wigham	Trenwith Burrows St Ives Cornwall TR26 1DH 01736796628 School Website
St Ives School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Horner	Higher Tregenna St Ives Cornwall TR26 2BB 01736795608 School Website
Nancledra School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Rick Gill	Nancledra Penzance Cornwall TR20 8NB 1736740409 School Website
St Uny Cofe Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Hoskins	Polmenor Drive Carbis Bay St Ives Cornwall TR26 2SQ 1736794180 School Website
Trythall Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Matthew Strevens	New Mill Penzance Cornwall TR20 8XR 01736362021
Ludgvan School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Adam Anderson	Lower Quarter Ludgvan Penzance Cornwall TR20 8EX 01736740408 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
Gulval School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Baker	Gulval Penzance Cornwall TR18 3BJ 01736364747 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
St Ives Station Road, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BP 3.26 Miles

Carbis Bay Porthrepta Road, Carbis Bay, Cornwall, TR26 2NN 4.06 Miles

Lelant Saltings Saltings Reach, Lelant, Cornwall, TR26 3DL 5.39 Miles

St Erth Station Approach, St Erth, Cornwall, TR27 6JW 5.57 Miles

Hayle Station Hill, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 4NG 6.18 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
St Ives Secure Car Park 07817 244272 Penbeagle Lane, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2JH 2.62 Miles
D J's Cars 01736 796633 Five Winds/Trenwith La, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1DA 2.72 Miles
Gregs Taxis 01736 799999 Corva Farm, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 3LP 2.93 Miles
Ace Cars (St Ives) Ltd 01736 797799 Fernlea Terrace, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2BH 3.18 Miles
Black And White Cabs Ltd 01736 798182 49 Polwithen Dr, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2SP 3.88 Miles
Carbis Bay Private Hire 01736 793503 10 Tryhornek, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2TR 4.26 Miles
Taxis Davis 01736 368668 29 Polweath Rd, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 3PN 5.96 Miles
Kernow Kabs 01736 785959 7 Carmen Sq, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 3HH 5.96 Miles
Westcountry Cars 01736 754000 20 Dowren House, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 4HD 6.08 Miles
Nippy Cabs 01736 366666 Long Rock Industrial Estate, Penzance, Cornwall, TR20 8HX 6.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Zennor Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Towednack Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kerrow Zennor Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Consols Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penbeagle Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carnellis Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Ives Delivery Office Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Halsetown Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corva Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pen Enys Terrace Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gurnards Head Hotel Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Stennack Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ventnor Terrace Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bellair Terrace Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barnoon Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Stennack Surgery 01736 793333	The Stennack Surgery The Old Stennack School St.Ives Cornwall TR26 1RU
St Clare's Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	St Clare Street Penzance TR18 3DX
Rosmellyn Surgery 01736 330909	St Clare Medical Centre St Clare Street Penzance Cornwall TR18 3DX
St Clare's Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	St Clare Street Penzance TR18 3DX
Sunnyside Surgery 01736 363340	St Clare Medical Centre St Clare Street Penzance Cornwall TR18 3DX

Local Stores

St Ives - The Stennack
The Stennack
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1DB
01736 797232
Store Website
2.74 miles

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SPAR Carnellis Road, St Ives
SPAR
Carnellis Stores
Carnellis Road
St Ives
TR26 1BW
01736 796685
Store Website
2.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet - St Ives Trenwith Lane
Trenwith Lane St. Ives Cornwall TR26 1DA 01736 798 333 st.ives.trenwith.ln@medivet.co.uk Website 2.77 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 3.97 miles
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Penzance Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Penzance Retails Park Eastern Green Penzance Cornwall TR18 3AP 01736 335 300 penzance@vets4pets.com Website 6.06 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 6.12 miles
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Rosevean Veterinary Practice
Rosevean House Coombe Road Penzance Cornwall TR18 3HU 01736 362 215 info@roseveanvets.co.uk Website 6.19 miles
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24hr Emergency Service
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24hr Emergency Service

Hayle Veterinary Surgery
82-84 Commercial Road Hayle Cornwall TR27 4DH 01736 754111 info@haylevets.co.uk Website 6.28 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Porth Kidney
Church Rd 5.40 miles Park Near To St Uny Lelant Church, On Street And Free. But Popular In Summer. Also Check The Tides - This Walk Really Comes Into Its Own At Low Tide

Location what3words thread.chipper.intruded

Long Rock
S W Coast Path Penzance Lancashire TR20 8HZ 6.30 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 6.54 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

Perranuthnoe To Marazion
An Gwythow Perranuthnoe Penzance TR20 9NB 8.34 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 8.56 miles Perranuthnoe

Location what3words lizard.coil.escorting

Chapel Carn Brea
Unnamed Road Penzance Lancashire TR19 6JD 9.23 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

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	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	20.6°C	19.7°C	19.1°C	18.6°C	21.6°C	25.2°C	29.5°C	30.5°C	30.6°C	27.4°C	23.6°C	20.7°C
Feels Like	14.9°C	13.6°C	13°C	12.5°C	14.8°C	18.6°C	32.1°C	32°C	31.5°C	28.9°C	17.5°C	14.4°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	Mist	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	19.1°C	18.6°C	17.7°C	17.2°C	20.4°C	24.1°C	26.6°C	27.9°C	28.3°C	27.3°C	23.3°C	20.3°C
Feels Like	13°C	12.9°C	12.3°C	11.8°C	14.6°C	18°C	25.9°C	28.2°C	28.5°C	28.4°C	17°C	14°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	Clear	Mist	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Patchy rain nearby	Sunny	Partly Cloudy
Temp	19.3°C	18.9°C	18.4°C	18°C	21.3°C	25.2°C	27.7°C	29.3°C	29.4°C	27.7°C	24.8°C	22.8°C
Feels Like	13.4°C	13.3°C	12.9°C	12.2°C	16.1°C	19.7°C	29.1°C	30.8°C	31.3°C	30°C	18.7°C	16.8°C

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