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The Minack Theatre

Porthcurno

An open-air theatre and garden built into a cliff side above the sea at Porthcurno. Visitors can book daytime visits as well as performances.

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Where to stay

  • PorthcurnoVillage below the theatre
  • PenzanceLargest nearby town, about 25 minutes away by car
  • St JustSmall town about 20 minutes away by car
  • SennenVillage near Land's End, about 15 minutes away by car
  • MouseholeFishing village about 20 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • The Minack car park is for theatre visitors only; Porthcurno Beach car park (TR19 6JF) and St Levan Church car park (TR19 6JT) are alternatives
  • Buses 1/1a and 1b between Penzance and Land's End stop in Porthcurno, followed by a short uphill walk
  • Penzance is the nearest station; Porthcurno is about a 25-minute drive away
  • The access road is steep and narrow; the Minack advises staying on the A30 through Sennen and using the B3315 rather than the B3283 via St Buryan
TipThe site is steep with many steps and slippery in wet weather, and entry is at your own risk. Book ahead, especially in school holidays, and take warm layers for evening performances.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near The Minack Theatre?

Porthcurno: Village below the theatre. Penzance: Largest nearby town, about 25 minutes away by car. St Just: Small town about 20 minutes away by car. Sennen: Village near Land's End, about 15 minutes away by car. Mousehole: Fishing village about 20 minutes away by car.

How do I get to The Minack Theatre?

The Minack car park is for theatre visitors only; Porthcurno Beach car park (TR19 6JF) and St Levan Church car park (TR19 6JT) are alternatives. Buses 1/1a and 1b between Penzance and Land's End stop in Porthcurno, followed by a short uphill walk. Penzance is the nearest station; Porthcurno is about a 25-minute drive away. The access road is steep and narrow; the Minack advises staying on the A30 through Sennen and using the B3315 rather than the B3283 via St Buryan.

Any tips for visiting The Minack Theatre?

The site is steep with many steps and slippery in wet weather, and entry is at your own risk. Book ahead, especially in school holidays, and take warm layers for evening performances.

Which airport is closest to The Minack Theatre?

The nearest airport on this site is Cornwall Airport Newquay, about 40 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.