Penryn (/ pɛnˈrɪn /; [3] Cornish: Pennrynn, [4] meaning 'promontory') is a civil parish and town in west Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is on the Penryn River about 1 mile (1.6 km) …

Penryn, English Channel port, Cornwall unitary authority, southwestern England. It lies at the head of the River Penryn’s estuary, just northwest of Falmouth.

Penryn is a convenient centre from which to visit much of west and mid-Cornwall and it is largely overlooked by the tourist industry, unlike many other towns and villages in the area. The …

Penryn derives from the Cornish word Pennrynn, meaning ‘promontory’. That’s another word for headland or a raised land mass that projects into a body of water.

Sep 24, 2025 · Discover Penryn, Cornwall, with our in-depth guide—top attractions, dining, history & hidden gems. Plan your perfect coastal escape today

Jul 10, 2025 · Quiet and characterful, Penryn is one of the oldest towns in Cornwall, preceding its now larger neighbour Falmouth by some 400 years.

Penryn is a town on the Penryn River near Falmouth in South Cornwall. Penryn has a population of about 6,800 (2011). The town was mentioned in the Domesday Book as "Trelivel" and was …

Penryn is a historic harbour town in Cornwall, nestled just inland from Falmouth along the Penryn River. As one of Cornwall’s oldest towns, Penryn is rich in medieval charm, maritime heritage, …

Apr 6, 2025 · We are a cooperatively run gallery in the heart of the ancient Cornish town of Penryn. We offer an eclectic mix of fine and applied arts, all created locally. As an artist led …

After London, during the Tutor period Penryn saw more shipping than any other port on the south coast of England. A majority of ships made it a port of call on outbound voyages and the first …