There were plans in various stages for at least four supermarkets in and around Hayle.

 In chronological order of application they are

• ASDA at the Rugby Club site, Marsh Lane
• Sainsburys opposite the West Cornwall Retail Park, Marsh Lane
• 09-1273-P | SAINSBURYS SUPERMARKETS LTD & CRANFORD (HAYLE) LLP | LAND AT MARSH LANE HAYLE; LAND AT MARSH LANE HAYLE; CONSTRUCTION OF SUPERMARKET, PETROL FILLING STATION, CAR PARKING, HIGHWAY WORKS, NATURE RESERVE & ASSOCIATED WORKS (withdrawn)
  
• PA10/04297 | Land at Marsh lane, Hayle | Construction of supermarket, petrol filling station, car parking, highway works, nature reserve and associated works
  
• ING, South Quay, Hayle
• Morrisons on Jewson site, South Quay, Hayle