Local Area
St Michael's Mount
Marazion Beach
Horse Riding in St Mount's Bay
Hayle is perfectly located for exploring all that Cornwall has to offer. There is so much to see and do here - the list is never ending!
I have produced this interactive map which will show the locations and links for all the venues listed below.
Days out
Marazion and St Michael's Mount The jewel in Cornwall's crown, is a rocky island crowned by a medieval church and castle. You can walk over at low tide or get a boat over when the causeway is no longer passable.
Land's End Mainland Britain's most south-westerly point.
Heartlands World heritage site with mining attractions and botanical gardens.
Geevor Tin Mine is the largest preserved mine site in the country, giving a great insight into Cornwall's mining history.
Cornwall Gold 18 acres of beautiful grounds, with a jewellery showroom and much more. Set in the site of an old Tin Mine.
Penwith Pitch and Putt in Hayle is great fun for everyone. It's also the home to football golf.
Go Karting is another fun local activity.
Hayle Outdoor Swimming pool This is only a 10 minute walk from Katoomba and has slides for little ones.
Hayle Golf Range 12 hole short course
Paradise Park - Wildlife Sanctuary with fabulous indoor play area.
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is run by the SEA LIFE TRUST which is a charity that rescues and rehabilitates grey seal pups from around the Cornish coastline. It's a great day out where you get to meet the seals.
Flambards Theme park with plenty to entertain all ages.
Country Skittles Great activities and a restaurant for those less than sunny days.
Lappa Valley - Located near Newquay, take a train ride through beautiful countryside to the world of all-weather adventure for the whole family.
Jubilee pool in Penzance is the largest art deco lido in the UK, and has a geothermally heated pool.
The Eden Project A dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches.
The Minack Theatre An open-air theatre perched in the cliffs high above the Atlantic ocean.
St Ives Picturesque town near Hayle, which houses the seafront Tate St Ives gallery and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1,it was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. It's 2000 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.
Godrevy Lighthouse
Sunset looking towards St Ives
Lands End
If you love cycling, then the Camel Trail is great day out. It is 18 miles long and mostly traffic free along a disused railway line between Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow.
Mermaid Pleasure Boat Trips can take you out fishing or looking for Whales and Dolphins. Truly a spectacular day out. Running from Penzance.
The more adventurous may want to give Swimming with Sharks a go! Running day trips from Penzance from June to October with this new, unique experience.
A new popular sport, especially in the safe water of Mount's Bay is Stand Up Paddle Boarding. This company runs tours, lessons and hire, with delivery to Katoomba possible.
Getting Around
Public transport is a great way to see Cornwall and avoids parking problems. The bus has weekly offers, with the closest bus stop referred to as Hayle Towans. The train is fantastic, especially the route between St Erth (which has a large park and ride) and St Ives.
The open top bus is a great way to see West Cornwall.
Walks
South West Coast Path 630 mile coastal footpath with breathtaking views, can be joined within a 5 minute walk from Katoomba.
Hayle has numerous places to walk. Less than 10 minutes from the chalet is the most beautiful beach, on which you can walk for miles. Roaming the towans (Cornish for dunes) is fabulous for the whole family.
I walk Cornwall is a great site that lists many walks around Hayle and further afield.
Hayle Town Council has produced a guide with some Local Walks.
Dog friendly beaches
This map will show you the seasonal restrictions (July 1st- August 31st 10.00-18.00) that are in place on local beaches. Page 9 is specific to Hayle Beach, which shows that Mexico Towans (just after Cove Cafe at Black Cliffs) is dog-friendly all year round. See this leaflet for more information covering the wider area.