Newlyn is a compact working harbour town on the shore of Mount's Bay in Cornwall, England, lying just west of Penzance. Its sheltered quay and narrow streets are dominated by a long-established fishing fleet and fish market, and the coastline gives clear views across the bay to St Michael's Mount, making it both a busy port and a striking seaside place.
The town is also known for the late‑19th‑century Newlyn School of artists and a lively contemporary arts scene, alongside seafood festivals and a strong Cornish identity. Economically and socially it balances fishing, tourism and creative industries, with a close-knit community that has adapted to changing markets and regulations while keeping visible traces of its maritime past.