Transport
The main A390 road now runs through the town, bringing with it the problems of traffic, but Grampound remains a beautiful location with a rich community life and spirit.
The main A390 road that runs through the village is an issue for residents. It is one of Cornwall's few major roads, and in summer when the A30 is congested, the A390 is an alternative route. Pavements in some parts of the village are narrow or non-existent. The village is on a steep hill and vehicles travelling at speed have been known to come off the road and hit houses on Fore Street. A bypass was considered in 1996, when a route north of the village was favoured, but the plans were rejected, partly due to local protests and partly because Grampound is not large enough to warrant a bypass.
A half hourly bus service runs to Truro, the county town, 13 km to the west, and St Austell, 10 km to the east. Many people commute to work in these two towns.
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