Penryn Cornwall Map

About Penryn

Penryn's ancient heart beats with the rhythm of its maritime past, a town shaped by the ebb and flow of the Carrick Roads' waters. It lies 2.6 km north-west of Falmouth (from Falmouth: bearing 308°T, OS grid SW 784 344), and is situated north of Budock Water village. Once a significant port in its own right, its economy was long tied to the sea, with shipbuilding and trade gracing its quays. The surrounding Cornish landscape, with its dramatic coastline and verdant valleys, offers a constant, quiet reminder of the natural forces that have sculpted Penryn's history and continue to influence its character. The spiritual resonance of Penryn is palpable, particularly within the venerable walls of St Gluvias Church, a landmark that has witnessed centuries of life unfold. The town's educational legacy, too, is noteworthy, with the presence of the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus, a modern beacon of learning that hums with a different kind of energy. One can almost feel the echoes of the bustling market days that once filled the town square, a vibrant testament to its enduring spirit of community and commerce.

About This Penryn Map Page

Explore Penryn, Cornwall, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.168204, -5.103083. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.