Premier Inn Hayle

Yes, Hayle is absolutely worth visiting. It’s a laid-back coastal town with three miles of golden sandy beaches, a rich industrial history and a estuary that’s a haven for wildlife. Whether you’re into birdwatching, watersports, scenic walks or just want to unwind by the sea, Hayle has plenty to enjoy. It’s also a great base for exploring West Cornwall.

Hayle is known for its beautiful beaches, especially Hayle Towans, Gwithian and Godrevy, which stretch along St Ives Bay. It’s also recognised for its industrial heritage, having been a major port and centre for copper and tin smelting during the 18th and 19th centuries. The town played a key role in the development of steam engines and mining equipment and remnants of this history can still be seen around the harbour and at the Hayle Heritage Centre.

Hayle is a small town, compact enough to explore on foot but has a wide range of amenities, from shops and cafes to parks and beaches. The town is made up of three historic areas: Foundry, Copperhouse and The Towans, which have gradually merged over time.

Hayle is famous for its three-mile beach, which is one of the finest stretches of coastline in Cornwall. It’s also known for the Godrevy Lighthouse, said to have inspired Virginia Woolf’s novel To the Lighthouse. Historically, Hayle was a major mining port and a centre for manufacturing steam engines, with companies like Harvey & Co exporting machinery worldwide. The town is part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.