EXCLUSIVE We live in the 'WORST' seaside town in Cornwall: Locals in Penzance blast 'insulting moaners' after famous resort plunges down list of UK's top coastal resorts Penzance has slumped in the annual Which? top seaside destination lists By Ben Endley Published: 12:11, 28 July 2024 | Updated: 12:16, 28 July 2024 e-mail View comments With its miles of nearby beaches, trendy arts scene and easy rail access, Penzance has long been a favourite holiday destination for families. But the town has been rated the 97th best seaside town in an annual poll of 126 seaside destinations published last week by influential consumer magazine Which? sparking outrage, condemnation and confusion amongst residents. Rows over expensive parking, the closure of parts of the town centre to cars during daytime hours and issues with homelessness and drug abuse have prompted some to avoid the town altogether.
It comes just a year after Penzance was listed 80th on the same Which? list as well as being named the best seaside town in Cornwall by several publications. Local resident Jamie Wright who has run a jewellery shop in the town for almost 40 years said: 'Closing the road from 11am to 4pm has really harmed the town. Penzance has long been a favourite holiday destination for families (pictured, the seaside town's promenade) The e town has been rated the 97th best seaside town in an annual poll of 126 seaside destinations published last week by influential consumer magazine Which? (pictured, Penzanc.