Marazion

OS Grid ref:- SW523306

The ancient market town of Marazion occupies the shores of beautiful Mount's Bay, dominated by the spectacular St. Michael's Mount which rises dramatically from the sea, it is one of the claimants to be Britain's oldest town.

St. Michael's Mount from Marazion

Reproduced courtesy of Sundial Photographics

Marazion was known by the Romans as Ictis, its present name is said to derive from a corruption of the Cornish 'Marghas yow' meaning Thursday market. The town's characterful winding streets offer a range of shops, hotels, pubs, restaurants and accommodation to suit all pockets.

Marazion's clean golden beaches, which stretch to Penzance, are a popular destination with wind surfers and it is possible to walk at low tide, or take the ferry over to St. Michael's Mount. The beach has lifeguards in season and there is a good children's play area on the green which backs the beach.

Marazion Marsh, a short walk west from the town overlooks the beach, the marsh is an R.S.P.B. reserve and a site of Special Scientific Interest. Guided walks of the marsh are available from the car park nearby.

Places to visit in Marazion

*Marazion Town Museum located in the Town Hall which is the former location of the town gaol, features a reproduction of an original cell.

*Wheal Rodney Leisure Centre Leisure complex with pool, spa and solarium.