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Mount Hawke

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Mount Hawke

Mount Hawke works well as a base: 10 minutes from Chacewater, 27km from St Michael's Mount.

Mount Hawke is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,511, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Mount Hawke 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 Mount Hawke to your route.

About Mount Hawke

Mount Hawke is a village in Cornwall, United Kingdom. It is situated approximately eight miles (13 km) west-northwest of Truro, five miles (8.0 km) north-northeast of Redruth, and two and a half miles (4.0 km) south of St Agnes. The village is in a former mining area in the administrative civil parish of St Agnes. It

Read more has a school, Mount Hawke Community Primary School, a post office and various shops. The settlements bordering Mount Hawke are Banns (northwest) and Menagissey (south); Porthtowan is further away westward. The village is represented on Cornwall Council by the electoral division of Mount Hawke and Portreath. The population as of the 2011 census was 4,401.

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Where is Mount Hawke located?

Mount Hawke is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.2823 latitude, -5.2085 longitude.

What is the population of Mount Hawke?

Mount Hawke has a population of approximately 1,511 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,511
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.2823, -5.2085

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 Mount Hawke

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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The Hidden Hut, Porthcurnick

Off-grid beach shack above Porthcurnick Beach on the Roseland Peninsula, cooking over fire for a queue that snakes along the coast path. Its summer feast nights sell out in minutes; a 500m walk from the car park.

20 km · about 25 min 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.

21 km · about 25 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.

21 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bedruthan Steps

Giant rock stacks marching across a wild sandy beach below towering cliffs on the rugged north Cornwall coast.

23 km · about 25 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.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Eden Project

Spectacular complex of enormous biome domes nestled in a former clay pit, housing the world's largest indoor rainforest.

34 km · about 40 min drive

beach

Kynance Cove

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

35 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lizard Point

The most southerly point of mainland Britain, with dramatic serpentine rock formations and a historic lighthouse.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Mount Hawke

  • 23 kmBedruthan StepsGiant rock stacks marching across a wild sandy beach below towering cliffs on the rugged north Cornwall coast.
  • 36 kmLizard PointThe most southerly point of mainland Britain, with dramatic serpentine rock formations and a historic lighthouse.
  • 43 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.
  • 77 kmAtlantic Highway (A39)Spectacular coastal road running through north Devon and Cornwall past dramatic cliffs, surfing beaches and picturesque harbour villages.

Driving in United Kingdom

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

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mount Hawke.

Saint Agnes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 2,820

Chacewater

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5 km awayPop. 1,226

St. Day

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 700

Redruth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 42,690

Perranporth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 3,210

Four Lanes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 1,416

Perranwell

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 1,207

Camborne

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10 km awayPop. 20,450

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