Gwithian Towans is common land which has been managed by Penwith District
Council and Cornwall County Council for a number of years. Years ago
the site was used as a war defence post and some mining activity also
took place.
The area is now predominately used for recreation purposes. However,
due to increased pressures from tourists and visitors and with
the site being designated as a SSSI, the area requires more
preservation
and therefore, is being designated as a Local Nature Reserve.