St Michael's Mount
Iconic Island Castle at Marazion, Mounts Bay, West Cornwall
Still home to the St Aubyn family (which runs and maintains it in partnership with the Trust) as well as to a small community, this iconic rocky island is crowned by a medieval church and castle - the oldest buildings dating from the 12th century. Immerse yourself in history, wonder at the architecture and discover the legend of Jack the Giant Killer. Look down on the subtropical terraced garden and enjoy breathtaking views of spectacular Mount's Bay. If the weather is favourable, take a short evocative boat trip to the island, or at low tide enjoy the walk across the causeway.
Note: steep climb to the castle up an uneven, cobbled pathway. Narrow passageways in castle.
Note: steep climb to the castle up an uneven, cobbled pathway. Narrow passageways in castle.
Making the most of your day
Children's quiz for castle and garden. Live music most Sundays during summer. Garden tours (by arrangement). Sunday church services: Whitsun to end September. Winter guided tours. Dogs: assistance dogs only in castle and gardens.
Facilities
Shopping & eating:
Island Café: (licensed) enjoy a cream tea or a Cornish pasty. Sail Loft Restaurant (licensed): local food freshly produced and sustainably sourced. National Trust shop: contemporary gifts, Cornish produce and art. The Island Shop offers local gifts and artwork.
Parking:
Ample parking in Marazion opposite St Michael's Mount (not National Trust, fee payable including members)
Learning:
Suitable for school groups. Arrangements can be made for school or other groups during the winter months.
Families & children:
Baby-changing facilities. Hip-carrying infant seats for loan. Children's quiz/trail.
Island Café: (licensed) enjoy a cream tea or a Cornish pasty. Sail Loft Restaurant (licensed): local food freshly produced and sustainably sourced. National Trust shop: contemporary gifts, Cornish produce and art. The Island Shop offers local gifts and artwork.
Parking:
Ample parking in Marazion opposite St Michael's Mount (not National Trust, fee payable including members)
Learning:
Suitable for school groups. Arrangements can be made for school or other groups during the winter months.
Families & children:
Baby-changing facilities. Hip-carrying infant seats for loan. Children's quiz/trail.
Getting Here
Bus services:
First 2/A/B Penzance to Helston; 17B Penzance to St Ives.
Ferry:
Small boats make the crossing at high tide. Occasionally, the boats don't run if the weather is very poor (please telephone if in doubt)
By road:
½ mile south of A394 at Marazion.
By train:
Penzance 3 miles.
On foot:
South West Coast Path within ¾ mile. Access to Mount on foot at low tide only.
Ordnance survey reference:
203:SW515298
First 2/A/B Penzance to Helston; 17B Penzance to St Ives.
Ferry:
Small boats make the crossing at high tide. Occasionally, the boats don't run if the weather is very poor (please telephone if in doubt)
By road:
½ mile south of A394 at Marazion.
By train:
Penzance 3 miles.
On foot:
South West Coast Path within ¾ mile. Access to Mount on foot at low tide only.
Ordnance survey reference:
203:SW515298
Contact Details and Location Map
If you would like further information about St Michaels Mount
please do not hesitate to contact us.
Address: St Michael's Mount, Marazion, Cornwall, TR17 0HT
Telephone: 01736 710507 / 01736 710265 Email: stmichaelsmount@nationaltrust.org.uk
If you would like further information about St Michaels Mount
please do not hesitate to contact us.
Address: St Michael's Mount, Marazion, Cornwall, TR17 0HT
Telephone: 01736 710507 / 01736 710265 Email: stmichaelsmount@nationaltrust.org.uk
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