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Hayle

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Hayle

Hayle works well as a base: 10 minutes from St Ives, 8km from St Michael's Mount.

Hayle is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 8,210, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Hayle sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hayle to your route.

About Hayle

Hayle (Cornish: Heyl, lit. "estuary") is a port town and civil parish in west Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is situated at the mouth of the Hayle River (which discharges into St Ives Bay) and is approximately seven miles (11 km) northeast of Penzance. The parish shares boundaries with St Ives to the west, St

Read more Erth to the south, Gwinear and Gwithian in the east, and is bounded to the north by the Celtic Sea. At the 2021 census the population of the parish was 9,772 and the population of the built up area was 9,040. Hayle was originally three separate settlements that have merged over time: Foundry, Copperhouse and the Towans. In the 19th century, it was known as an important mining port and major centre for manufacturing steam engines.

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What are the best things to do in Hayle?

Hayle offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Hayle located?

Hayle is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.1839 latitude, -5.4214 longitude.

What is the population of Hayle?

Hayle has a population of approximately 8,210 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
8,210
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.1839, -5.4214

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Hayle

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

St Ives

Beloved Cornish seaside town renowned for its turquoise waters, golden beaches and thriving art scene including the Tate St Ives gallery.

5 km · about 10 min drive

museum

Tate St Ives

Modern art gallery dramatically positioned on Porthmeor Beach, showcasing works by the St Ives school and international modern artists.

6 km · about 10 min drive

castle

St Michael's Mount

Magical tidal island crowned by a medieval castle and church, connected to Marazion by a cobbled causeway revealed at low tide.

8 km · about 15 min drive

photogenic

Botallack Mine

Ruined engine houses of the Crowns section cling to cliffs above the Atlantic, where tin shafts once ran half a mile out under the sea. A UNESCO mining landscape and the Wheal Leisure of TV's Poldark.

20 km · about 25 min drive

beach

Porthcurno Beach

Stunning white-sand beach framed by towering cliffs, consistently rated among the finest beaches in the UK.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Minack Theatre

Breathtaking open-air theatre carved into the granite cliffs above Porthcurno Bay, offering performances with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.

23 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Land's End

The most south-westerly point of mainland England, where rugged granite cliffs plunge into the Atlantic with views towards the Isles of Scilly.

25 km · about 30 min drive

beach

Kynance Cove

Spectacular cove on the Lizard Peninsula with turquoise waters, serpentine rock stacks and caves revealed at low tide.

27 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Hayle

  • 25 kmLand's EndThe most south-westerly point of mainland England, where rugged granite cliffs plunge into the Atlantic with views towards the Isles of Scilly.
  • 30 kmLizard PointThe most southerly point of mainland Britain, with dramatic serpentine rock formations and a historic lighthouse.
  • 41 kmBedruthan StepsGiant rock stacks marching across a wild sandy beach below towering cliffs on the rugged north Cornwall coast.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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Uny Lelant

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Marazion

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8 km awayPop. 1,326

Germoe

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Camborne

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9 km awayPop. 20,450

Penzance

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11 km awayPop. 19,872

Four Lanes

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13 km awayPop. 1,416

Porthleven

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13 km awayPop. 3,059

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