London is a bucket list destination for millions of Americans, and listen, we completely understand: who doesn’t want to risk a brutal selfie with a red phone calls, walk along the river Thames, or witness the change of the Royal Guard with Buckingham Palace for a background?
The sad reality is, there are two Versions of LondonOne that exists in the heads of tourists and reality on the ground.
Yes, it is a fascinating city full of iconic sights, but the disadvantage is chaotic, fast, fast, increasingly dangerous and more often than not, you rarely feel like you are actually inside England.
We mean good luck with hearing a good old cockney in the area, or even English in parts of North Londs. Now, if you feel like it Beautiful coastal city, About a 5 -hour drive by train, still spoiled by the masses:
Welcome to Penzance, the best kept secret of England
Penzance is close to the southwestern tip of England, in the Celtic-influenced Cornwall, is a small port city with around 21,000 inhabitants Locals seem to know that only English (or should we say Cornish?).
While St. Ives has grown in popularity in recent years, the equally beautiful Penzance will be overlooked, Despite The unmistakable cultural offer and view of the coast.
To begin with, it is on Mount’s Bay, overlooking St Michael’s Mount, a Medieval Castle is on a tidal island (Yes, just like the French St. Michael’s Mount, except that it is much less touristy).
Then there is the fact that Penzance is the typical English port city, with a Story booklet of an old cityPacked with Georgian semi-detached houses, elegant buildings from the Regency era and with a picturesque promenade.
A peaceful outing in the fall
Penzance may not be as famous as other coast facades in England, such as Brighton, Blackpool or Bournemouth, but It certainly has a lot for it.
In the summer it turns into one of Cornwall’s most lively beach output, with Cornish families who flowed to the Grind-covered Promenade Beach, or the nearby wherytown Beach, a lot of sandy, soft slopes clamped between Penzance Town itself and the neighboring Newlyn.
In the fall it continues to enjoy Around 54-57 ° F in September.
It is not exactly the Mediterranean Sea, but it is as hot as in England in the low season. It is a miracle that subtropical plants thrive here, especially in the Morrabr Gardenens, traverses a Victorian green escape with winding paths.
Medieval charm without the crowds
Mild autumn weather aside, Penzance has received a good part of the medieval flair. Although the city itself is not as old as St. Ives of Truro, it only grew considerably in the 16th century. Some of the oldest locations of Cornwall.
These include the aforementioned St. Michael’s Mount, clearly visible from Penzance’s waterfront and about 15 minutes drive, Very overlooked St. Maddern’s ChurchThat Norman Origins and an old Put wage has considered holy, and the former village of Gulval:
Historically, Gulval is officially recorded in Penzance, although it still feels like a separate village, in a certain sense: photo picturesque, stone mansions, narrow lanes and an idyllic medieval church.
If you like historical ruins, you can’t miss Chysauster Ancient VillageAn archaeological site of Iron Age around a 30 -minute ride of the coast B3306.
Unspoilt English charm
Atlantic views and medieval allure Opzij, the biggest draw of Penzance is traditionalism. Whether you are Pro or against London’s multiculturalism, we can all agree that it is not exactly representative deepUnmistakably English England.
Although there is the strange Chinese or kebab, The local chippy remains the preferred taskAnd trust us when we say that Penzance’s family business serves Fraser’s murderer Fish and chips.
Freshly caught fish, dressed in that crispy batter that we love, and melt on the inside of your mouth on the inside, in combination with locally grown potatoes, and only for around $ 13.45.
If you like a pub rate, you will be happy to know that there are a few loved public houses that serve Cornish cakes and delicious beer at the harbor: we think The Ship Innoverlooking the fishing boats and with a lively feeling, and the nautical theme The Admiral Benbow.
Penzance can be seen famous in Gilbert & Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance opera, and keeping with the piracy tradition, the Admiral has its own ‘Pirates’ fish tailConsisting of smoked Haddock and hard -boiled egg and garnished with mashed potatoes and cheese sauce on the side.
Penzance is safer than London
Last but certainly not least, the main reason for the great exodus of Britons that have escaped London in recent years, is the rising crime.
From knives to pickpockets to burglaries at home, the English capital increasingly resembles global South Metropoles. Penzance, on the other hand much safer compared toJust as a majority of Cornish Towns is.
From May 2025, the total crime percentage in London is 76 per 100,000 inhabitants, as can be seen on Crime VKWhile in Cornwall the total figure is 50 per 100,000. That is lower than the national average of 70.
In other words, it is not necessarily crime -free, but let’s say that you are much less inclined to be overwhelmed by a masked motorcyclist who demolishes penzance demolition Usually thin promenade Then shopping Oxford Street.
From London Paddington to Penzance
Are you wondering how you can come to Penzance this fall? Simple! Jump on a direct train in London Paddington:
Penzance is located along the Great Western Railway route (GWR), and the journey there from the capital takes approximately 5 hours. It usually travels along the coast, and while the train goes to the west, you are honored with an epic view of the Atlantic Ocean and Other sleepy English cities.
Off-peak, advance tickets start from as cheap as $ 58 one -way roadAnd they can be booked immediately at GWRs website.
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