Marazion

Civil Parish in Cornwall

England

Marazion

Rocks in Trenow Cove, looking south
Rocks in Trenow Cove, looking south Credit: David Medcalf

Marazion is a civil parish located in the county of Cornwall, England. Situated on the southern coast of Cornwall, it is a small town that boasts stunning views of St Michael's Mount, a famous tidal island. The town is about 3 miles east of Penzance and has a population of around 1,500 residents.

Marazion is known for its picturesque charm and its rich history. It is believed to have been inhabited since the Bronze Age, with evidence of Roman and medieval settlements in the area. The town's name is derived from the Cornish language, meaning "little market." Today, Marazion is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.

One of the main attractions in Marazion is St Michael's Mount. This iconic island is home to a medieval castle and a small community of residents. During low tide, visitors can walk across the causeway to explore the island, and during high tide, boats are available to transport people to and from the island.

Marazion also offers a beautiful sandy beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying various water sports. The town itself has a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing visitors with a variety of options for shopping and dining.

In addition to its natural beauty, Marazion hosts various events throughout the year, including the Marazion Carnival and the Marazion Christmas Lights Switch-On. These events contribute to the vibrant spirit of the town and offer entertainment for both residents and visitors.

Overall, Marazion is a charming coastal town in Cornwall, offering a combination of natural beauty, rich history, and a warm community atmosphere.

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Marazion Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.127352/-5.465457 or Grid Reference SW5231. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rocks in Trenow Cove, looking south
Rocks in Trenow Cove, looking south
Rocks at Trenow Cove, looking west St Michael's Mount is lost in the mist.
Rocks at Trenow Cove, looking west
St Michael's Mount is lost in the mist.
A great place for rock pooling As long as you watch for the incoming tide!
A great place for rock pooling
As long as you watch for the incoming tide!
The edge of the rock shelf in Trenow Cove
The edge of the rock shelf in Trenow Cove
Rock pools and seaweed
Rock pools and seaweed
Rocks, weed and clear water
Rocks, weed and clear water
Low tide in Trenow Cove
Low tide in Trenow Cove
St Michael's Mount Morning visitors gather at the west entrance to the castle on the last warm day of summer 2021.
St Michael's Mount
Morning visitors gather at the west entrance to the castle on the last warm day of summer 2021.
Rocky cliff top View west from below the castle entrance.
Penzance in the distance.
Rocky cliff top
View west from below the castle entrance. Penzance in the distance.
Terrace garden, St Michael's Mount The garden which was designed in 1878 for Sir John St Aubyn.
Terrace garden, St Michael's Mount
The garden which was designed in 1878 for Sir John St Aubyn.
Rocky foreshore, St Michael's Mount
Rocky foreshore, St Michael's Mount
View to St. Michael's Mount from Quarry Hill A view over Mounts Bay to St. Michaels Mount from the junction of Quarry Hill and the B3311 above Penzance.
View to St. Michael's Mount from Quarry Hill
A view over Mounts Bay to St. Michaels Mount from the junction of Quarry Hill and the B3311 above Penzance.
Castle of St Michael's Mount viewed from footpath below
Castle of St Michael's Mount viewed from footpath below
Perranuthnoe, St Michael & St Piran
Perranuthnoe, St Michael & St Piran
The gardens at St. Michael's Mount
The gardens at St. Michael's Mount
St Michael's Mount From Penzance
St Michael's Mount
From Penzance
Madron : St Michael's Mount From Trengwaiton Estate looking across to St Michael's Mount.
Madron : St Michael's Mount
From Trengwaiton Estate looking across to St Michael's Mount.
St Michael's Mount Seen across the causeway which is available when the tide is low.
St Michael's Mount
Seen across the causeway which is available when the tide is low.
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Marazion is located at Grid Ref: SW5231 (Lat: 50.127352, Lng: -5.465457)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon & Cornwall

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Marazion
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ion
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