Ship Inn, Mousehole
The Ship Inn is on the harbour, right in the heart of this traditional Cornish fishing village. Most rooms overlook the harbour towards the sea.
Telephone: 01736 731234
www.shipinnmousehole.co.uk
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The Ship Inn, Mousehole, two miles south of Penzance, is the archetypal Cornish village and boasts what is said to be one of the most beautiful harbours in Britain, once a thriving centre for pilchard fishing. Its granite cottages progress quaintly down the steep hillside to the waters edge. Pronounced 'Mauzl' the name possibly derives from the Cornish 'mouz bel' or maiden's brook.
The tranquil village has a surprisingly violent history, it was invaded by a Spanish raiding party in July 1595, during the course of which the whole village was burnt down. One house survived the holocaust, that of Squire Keigwin, who was tragically killed while defending it. The Elizabethan manor house, distinguished by a porch of granite columns, the oldest in the village, still stands to the present day.
The last recorded speaker of the ancient Cornish language, Dorothy Pentreath, was a native of Mousehole and died there in 1777 at the age of 102. Her grave can be seen in the churchyard of Paul on the hilltop above the village.
The Ship Inn, Mousehole has been awarded a FOUR STAR INN at the VisitBritain Quality in Tourism Rating.
The Ship Inn, Mousehole has been awarded a FOUR STAR grading in the Inn category by Quality in Tourism on behalf of VisitEngland.
With good beer and great food, it's just the place to stay the night. We look forward to welcoming you, Melanie Matthews.
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Join us for a fun quiz every Thursday, from 8.30 pm (ish!)
Rooms
8 double en-suite rooms (all with showers), 6 rooms over look the harbour and have sea views.
Standard Double: Compact rooms, simple décor and en-suite facilities.
Select Double: Light and airy, harbour facing rooms with en-suite facilities.
Deluxe Double: Harbour facing rooms enjoying sea views. Recently redecorated in cool, contemporary scheme with modern en-suite.
Standard Family Room: 2 bedrooms, 1 with double bed and 1 with bunk beds. Simple décor and en-suite facilities.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Well behaved pets are welcome at a charge of £10 per night.
Facilities available in each room: Television, WIFI, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryer
Check-in time is 2 pm and check out is 10am.
Unfortunately due to the size and nature of the Village of Mousehole, we rely on public parking. The rate is approx £3 per 24 hours and is just a minute's walk to the Ship Inn.
TARIFF 2012
Last Minute May
Double: £69
Select: £79
Deluxe: £89
Please contact us or check our online booking facility for availability.
Amenities
- Boating: The Ship Inn lies over the harbour.
- Dancing: Nightclubs in Penzance only 3 miles away.
- Fishing: With the sea on our doorstep fishing is unlimited
- Music: Background music. Swimming: Only in the sea and harbour
- Walking: The Ship is right on the Great West Way - Coastal Path
- Parking - offsite: Parking is very limited
Food & Drink
Please click here to view our menu.
Where we are: Situated on the Harbour Edge, Mousehole, on the western tip of Cornwall
Main access routes: A30
Directions: Follow the A30 to Penzance and then the signs to Mousehole
Address:
The Ship Inn
South Cliff
Mousehole
Cornwall
TR19 6QX
Telephone: 01736 731234
Fax: 01736 732259
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