Ponsanooth is a small village in Cornwall, England, lying roughly between Falmouth and Redruth. Set in rolling countryside on the edge of the old mining district, its history has been shaped by tin and copper working as well as traditional farming, giving the village a quietly rugged character.
Today Ponsanooth is largely residential with a close-knit community centred on a village hall, a local pub and occasional events; many people commute to nearby towns such as Falmouth or Truro. It attracts walkers and visitors who enjoy quiet lanes, hedgerows and straightforward access to Cornwall’s coastal scenery.