Welcome to Penpol

Penpol is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Fal, which flows into the English Channel. The village is known for its picturesque scenery, with rolling hills and lush greenery surrounding it. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Penpol Methodist Church, which dates back to the 19th century.

One of the main attractions of Penpol is its proximity to the River Fal. The river is a popular spot for boating and fishing, and there are several boat rental companies in the area. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, enjoying the peaceful surroundings and watching the boats go by. The river is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, seals, and a wide range of bird species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Penpol is also home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a small grocery store. The village is a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and explore the local area. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or an active holiday, Penpol has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

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Devoran School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Victoria Lock	Devoran Lane Devoran Truro Cornwall TR3 6PA 01872863223 School Website
Mylor Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr V Sanderson	Comfort Road Mylor Bridge Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5SE 01326373724 School Website
Kea Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Katherine Hunkin	Kea Truro Cornwall TR3 6AY 01872272265 School Website
Perran Ar Worthal Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Rachel Heffer	School Hill Perranwell Station Truro Cornwall TR3 7LA 01872863004 School Website
Flushing School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Tamsin Lamberton	Coventry Road Flushing Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5TX 01326374498 School Website
Truro High School Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Dr Sarah Matthews	Falmouth Road Truro Cornwall TR1 2HU 01872272830 School Website
Cusgarne Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Barnard	Cusgarne Truro Cornwall TR4 8RW 1872863563 School Website
Penryn Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr James Hitchens	Treverbyn Rise Penryn TR10 8RA 01326373290 School Website
Bosvigo School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr C Wallis	Chapel Hill Truro Cornwall TR1 3BJ 01872274034 School Website
Kennall Vale School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Chirgwin	Park Crescent Ponsanooth Truro Cornwall TR3 7HY 1872863672 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Perranwell Station Hill, Perranwell, Cornwall, TR3 7JY 2.66 Miles

Penryn Station Road, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8HF 3.35 Miles

Truro Station Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3HH 3.76 Miles

Falmouth Docks Station Approach, Off Pendennis Drive, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LT 4.14 Miles

Penmere Penmere Hill, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2QZ 4.15 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Castle Taxis 01326 372267 23 Old Well Gardens, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LF 3.10 Miles
Century Taxis 01326 212000 2 Stratton Ter, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2SY 3.36 Miles
Able Cars 01326 373007 4 Calver Close, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8SG 3.36 Miles
Able Cars 0800 328 7757 4 Calver Cl, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8SG 3.36 Miles
Garys Cabs 01326 312470 3 Glen View Flats, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8HS 3.47 Miles
Garys Cars 01326 212020 19 Tresillian Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2PH 3.48 Miles
Able Cabs 01326 373007 7 College Hill, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8LH 3.48 Miles
A 2 B Cars 01326 378262 Unit 5 The Mill Yard College Hill, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8LG 3.57 Miles
A1 Airport Taxis 01872 870773 12 Higher Terrace, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7EW 3.58 Miles
Duchycars 01872 870773 12 Higher Terrace, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7EW 3.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Penpol No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Point No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Carnon Mine No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Penelewey No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Point Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Devoran Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Weir No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carnon Downs Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Devoran Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Devoran Surgery	Quay Rd Devoran Cornwall TR3 6PW
Carnon Downs Surgery 01872 863221	The Surgery Bissoe Road,Carnon Downs Truro Cornwall TR3 6JD
Mylor Bridge	The Surgery Lemon Hill Mylor Bridge Cornwall TR11 5ND
Hendra	44 Lower Market Street Penryn Cornwall TR10 8BH
Penryn Surgery 01326 372502	The Penryn Surgery Saracen Way Penryn Cornwall TR10 8HX

Local Stores

Truro
26 Boscawen Street
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2QQ
01872 272534
Store Website
3.78 miles

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SPAR Carnon Downs
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Smithy Lane
Carnon Downs
Truro
TR3 6HW
01872 863319
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vets4pets Falmouth
Inside Pets At Home Ponsharden Roundabout Falmouth Road Falmouth Cornwall TR10 8AB 01326 373030 falmouth@vets4pets.com Website 3.27 miles
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Rosemullion Veterinary Practice - Penryn
Parc Briwer Penryn Cornwall TR10 8LF 01326 378080 penryn@rosemullionvets.com Website 3.46 miles
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City Road Veterinary Centre
City Road Truro Cornwall TR1 2JL 01872 273959 reception@cityroadvets.co.uk Website 3.64 miles
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Highertown Vets
23 Highertown Highertown Truro Cornwall TR1 3QE 01872 273408 mail@highertownvet.co.uk Website 3.65 miles

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Cornish Paws Veterinary Practice
Kernick Road Penryn Cornwall TR10 8NT 01326 450121 info@cornishpaws.co.uk 3.70 miles

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Clifton Villa Veterinary Surgery
Clifton Villa Coronation Terrace Truro Cornwall TR1 3HJ 01872 273694 enquiries@clifton-villa.co.uk Website 3.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bosveal
Make The Most Of Bosveal, Follow The Moderate Route (In Pink), Joining The South West Coast Path For Some Great Coastal Views, Along With Taking In The Countryside. TR11 5JR 7.46 miles From Truro, Join The A39 South-Bound Direction Falmouth From Truro. Follow The A39 Until You Can Take The 2Nd Exit Onto Union Road. Continue Straight Onto Union Corner. From The Roundabout Follow The Brown Road Signs To Glendurgan Via Mawnan Smith. Leaving Mawnan Smith Take The First Left Hand Turn, On The Road To Helford Passage, This Road Is Marked Durgan, Continue Along This Road Until You See The Entrance To Bosveal Car Park On The Right.

Tehidy Country Park
Tehidy Is The Largest Area Of Woodland In West Cornwall. It Holds Over 9 Miles Of Paths And 250 Acres Of Woodland And Lakes To Discover. TR14 0EZ 10.27 miles Head Towards The Main Entrance At South Drive, Where There Is A Free Car Park And Café. This Is Clearly Signposted With Brown Signs From The A30 At Tolvaddon.

Degibna
There Are Many Types Of Walks And There Is A Sign Showing All Different Routes So Can Range From A Mile Onwards B3297 Lancashire 10.29 miles Head Towards Helston Hospital Then Turn Off At Digibna Lane Follow This For 5 Minutes Until You See A Church. There Is A Carpark Opposite Then Choose Any Walk As Most Circular

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Porthustock
2 Coastguard Cottages Porthoustock St Keverne Helston TR12 6QW 10.63 miles

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The Loe
A Linear Walk Which Weaves Along The River Cober, Through A Tree-Lined Trail, Toward The Loe. TR13 0SF 12.44 miles From Helston, Off The A394, Take The Portlevan Road (B3304) Southward. You Will Pass A Boating Lake To Your Right, With The Car Park Opposite.

Mullion Cove
A Moderate, Circular Walk To The Picturesque Fishing Hamlet At Mullion Cove. Mullion Cove On The West Coast Of The Lizard Peninsula Is A Small Sandy Beach, Mostly Covered At High Tide, Beside The Historic Lifeboat Station And Picturesque Mullion Harbour. TR12 7HW 14.79 miles From The A394 At Turnpike Cross, Take The A3083. Follow This Road Down To Penhale, Where You Should Take A Right Onto Meaver Road. Follow This Road Until You Reach Mullion, And The Car Park Is On Your Right.

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