Parking in Zennor is incredibly simple because there is only one public option. The village is small and the roads are tight, so do not attempt to park on the roadside or in private farm entrances.
The main car park operates on an honesty box system, so having a supply of £1 and £2 coins is absolutely essential. The mobile signal here is non-existent, so don’t rely on parking apps.
Our Top Picks
Your options are limited, but here is the breakdown.
- Best for Everything (The Only Hub): Zennor Village Car Park. Located right in the centre of the village. It is the starting point for the Zennor Head walk, the church visit, and the pub.
- Best for Pub Patrons: The Tinners Arms. The pub has a small parking area, but it is strictly for customers while they are inside. If you are going for a hike, use the village car park next door.
- Best for a Stress-Free Visit: The Land’s End Coaster. The open-top bus stops right outside the car park. Given how narrow the B3306 road is, taking the bus from St Ives or St Just is often much more relaxing than driving.
Village & Hiking Parking
This car park is the trailhead for some of the best coastal walks in West Penwith.
Zennor Village Car Park
Postcode: TR26 3DA
Capacity: Small (~20-30 cars)
Best For: Zennor Head, St Senara’s Church (Mermaid Chair), and the Moomaid Ice Cream Parlour.
Important: This is a rustic car park run on an Honesty Box system (usually £1-£2). It is vital that you bring cash/coins as cards are not accepted and there is no signal to download an app. It fills up very fast on sunny days.
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Nearby Scenic Alternatives
If Zennor is full, you are on a single-track road, so your best bet is to keep moving towards Gurnard’s Head or St Ives.
Gurnard’s Head (The Gurnard’s Head Hotel)
Postcode: TR26 3DE
Capacity: Moderate
Best For: Lunch and a coastal walk. Located a few miles west. Parking is for patrons of the yellow dining pub, but it’s a great alternative stop for food and a walk if Zennor is gridlocked.
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Now that parking is sorted, plan the rest of your trip with our complete guide to Zennor.