A popular Cornish seaside town, located on the counties north coast, Perranporth is perhaps best known for its long sandy beach and its surfing. Popular for holidays and short breaks, Perranporth is a great base for visiting many of the top attractions in Cornwall, even the Eden Project is only a forty minute drive away. Named after Saint Piran (the patron saint of Cornwall), Perranporth is in an area that was once important for the production of tin, and it was Saint Piran who supposedly, accidentally, discovered the process of smelting tin. A good month to visit Perranporth is March, when the Festival of Saint Piran takes place, and also the Saint Piran Play is performed. The 3 mile long beach is a super spot, especially when the weather is warm, when the sea is rough the surfers appear. The town is also well known for its excellent golf course, the Perranporth Golf Club, an attractive par 72 links course, with spectacular views.