Hayle in west Cornwall at the
mouth of the Hayle River and estuary is a small town. The town is
split into 2 main areas known as Copperhouse named after the Cornish
Copper Co. and Foundry after the foundry which was established in
1779. Like so many places it once had a thriving port but now relies
on tourism as the main economy. Three miles of sandy beaches. Hayle
Estuary much of which is owned by the Royal Society for the Protection
of Birds and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest is an ideal
spot for birdwatchers.
Cunaide Stone
The oldest inscribed Roman monument in Cornwall is located in a
wall at the Plantation at the west end of the town.
The Towans
Sand dunes from Hayle to Godrevy
Beaches:
Hayle Towans Beach, Black Cliffs. Mexico Towans, Upton Towans, Gwithian
and along to Godrevy. Lifeguards May to September. At various points
there are car parks, cafes, toilets.
Places to visit:
Godrevy Lighthouse - http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/index.html
On the uninhabitied Godrevy Island was built 1858–1859. The
lighthouse has a white octagonal tower, approx. 86 feet (26 metres)
high. It was automated in 1934 and converted to solar power in 1995
Paradise Park – http://www.paradisepark.org.uk/
Wildlife sanctuary with a large variety of birds and other animals,
also has an indoor play area.
Villages near Hayle:
St, Erth
Old coaching inn dates from the 14th century. The church dates from
the early 13th century.
Gwithian
Is approx. 3 miles from Hayle, has a 3 mile stretch of beach. Gwithian
Towans coastal sand dunes and Gwithian Parish Church
Angarrack
Railway viaduct built 1852 over the Angarrick River
Phillack
Norman church, restored in 1856, an inscription in the south porch
dates from the 5th century.
Cornwall Tourist Information Office - http://www.visitcornwall.com/
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