Shortlanesend

Set just two miles north of Truro, Shortlanesend is a welcoming Cornish village in Kenwyn parish (grid reference SW 805 475) within the county of Cornwall and the South West region. Known in records as Penfounder in 1547, this small settlement sits in the area of the former Carrick District and carries a quietly enduring local character. Visitors and residents alike will find the essentials of village life here: a Methodist chapel, a village hall that serves as a community hub, a post office, and a primary school. The village pub, the Old Plough Inn, offers a convivial anchor for evenings and gatherings. With its TR4 postcode district and its close proximity to Truro, Shortlanesend makes for an easy, near city escape where community institutions remain at the heart of daily life. Whether you pause for a pint at the Old Plough or simply stroll the lanes and take in a slice of Cornish village routine, Shortlanesend provides a straightforward, authentic stop on any exploration of the area.