A former mining centre, the town bustles with life at any time of the year. There is a wide range of shops
including a butcher, baker, pharmacy, greengrocer, hairdresser and a post office as well as a stocked Co-op and a Premier
stores (both of which are open from early morning until around 10pm).
There is also a library with internet access and, for the more active, a sports centre and a golf club with
fabulous views overlooking Cape Cornwall.
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| St Just Market Square |
There are two cafes within the town along with four pubs within striking distance of the town square all
serving meals. A Chinese takeaway and a fish and chip shop with restaurant are all open all year.
In St Just and
the surrounding area, there are many art galleries and craft shops selling work by local artists as well as guest exhibitors.
For more information visit the Just Arts website www.just-arts.co.uk.
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| Cape Cornwall |
Further Out and About
The Land's
End Peninsula and the far West of Cornwall has a surprising variety of scenery, actitivities and attractions.
For the more energetic amongst you, stride out on a walk to the peaceful Cot Valley, or take one of the many
footpaths to Cape Cornwall where the dramatic coastline meets rolling Atlantic waves. This National Trust landmark is just
over a mile away.
Beach lovers need travel no further than the glorious golden sands at Sennen Cove and Gwenver. Only three
miles south along the coast road, relax on the expansive beach, or swim and surf to build up a good appetite for lunch at
The Beach cafe.
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| Crown Mines |
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| Porthleven sunset |
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| Sennen Cove |
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| Atlantic coastline |
Going further out and about in West Cornwall visit St Michael's Mount and Marazion, St Ives and The Tate
art gallery, Porthcurno and The Minack Theatre, Gweek Seal Sanctuary, Penzance and Land's End.
Events
June.
Held in the neighbouring town of Penzance, Golowan, the Feast of St John, is a ten day programme of diverse festivities, entertainment and music.
July. The Lafrowda Festival is St Just's colourful carnival of stunning mobiles and entertaining music. It takes place on the third weekend in July
each year.
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| Lafrowda Festival |
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| The Glass House |
August. St Just's Art and Crafts show is held at the
local school and runs for the first two weeks of August. As well as showcasing local artists and craftspeople, the event raises
money for Cancer Research.
November.
St Just's Feast held every year on the first weekend after 31st October to celebrate the dedication of the parish church. The
celebration comprises a church service and civic procession on the Sunday, and on the Monday a larger scale popular celebration.
