Penwith.gov.uk
Title
Penwith District Council - Penwith on the Web
Description
Welcome to Penwith, the first and last district in Great Britain. The special character of Penwith is inextricably linked to the traditions and activities of the people who live and work here. Our outstanding natural environment, rich cultural history, thriving creative arts sector and diverse local produce, serves in the main to draw millions of visitors to Penwith each year. One of the joys of visiting and indeed living in Penwith for many is in 'discovering' Penwith. Whether it's chancing across a secluded cove with not a soul in sight, stumbling across an idyllic village whilst navigating our breathtaking coastline and countryside, taking in a performance at the magnificent Minnack Theatre, hewn out of the granite cliffs at Porthcurno, learning to kite-surf at Marazion or dining out on line-caught Sea-Bass and 'fresh from the field' vegetables, we have much for the visitor to experience, whatever your age or interest. Equally with the arrival of 'broadband', Penwith is now linked to the world at the touch of a button and provides a wonderful backdrop in which to set up your business and host your company's clients.
The District of Penwith comprises the most westerly part of mainland Britain. This compact area (30,356 hectares, 117 square miles) has a unique atmosphere, and a diverse character. It offers a variety of landscapes from European 'Blue Flag' beaches to moorland, quaint villages and picturesque harbour villages.
The District has a population of 63,000 (Census 2001), of which 28% are over 60 years of age. It consists of 19 parishes and 18 electoral wards, and has about 27,500 occupied households.
Languages
English
