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CoverackChocolate-box pretty, Coverack has everything you want in a Cornish village - a picture-postcard harbour, a crescent of sandy beach and a friendly pub. More »
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Roskilly's
Taste life on a working organic Cornish farm. Walk the ponds, feed the ducks, watch the cows being milked and then indulge with some of the best ice cream in the county.
www.roskillys.co.uk
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Trebah Garden
There's subtropical lushness around every corner at these stunning gardens on the banks of the Helford River. The views from the 18th Century house across the gardens to the river are not to be missed. Wend your way through camellia groves and chusan palms, woodlands and bamboo; meander alongside pools and streams, giant-leafed gunnera and hydrangeas, to emerge onto Trebah's private beach. Perfect for a swim and a picnic in summer. Not picnic weather? Head to the Planters Cafe (winner of the 2008 Cornwall Tourism Award for Popular Restaurant/Cafe of the Year) or have a browse in the gallery and plant shops. One of Cornwall's, if not England's, finest gardens.
www.trebahgarden.co.uk
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Glendurgan Garden
A sheltered valley garden bordering the Helford River next door to Trebah. 'A little 'peace' of heaven on earth' is how the Fox family, who donated Glendurgan to the National Trust, described the garden. With fine trees, rare and exotic plants from all over the world, carpets of wild flowers, and stunning spring displays of camellias and magnolias, it is a little slice of peace served up on the banks of the Helford. The Maze and the 'Giant's Stride' rope swing are firm favourites with the kids; the impressive Laurel Maze will baffle and delight all ages.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Cornish Camels
The eight bactrian camels at Rosuick Farm are free to visit and are available for camel treks. There is also an organic cafe, farm shop and a gift shop with local crafts and children's toys. Tractor rides also available. Look out for the peacocks!
cornishcamels.com
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Trelowarren
An awe-inspiring Jacobean mansion with its own chapel. Outbuildings have been tastefully converted to create a restaurant and a craft display area.
www.trelowarren.com
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Blue Pointer Charter
Take a day fishing trip on the Blue Pointer where you'll be made to feel like part of the crew. The Blue Pointer operates out of the beautiful, sheltered Helford River within easy access of over 100 wrecks and some of Cornwall's best reefs. Call Dan for more information.
www.bluepointercharter.co.uk
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Cadgwith
Tucked away on the tip of the wild Lizard peninsula, Cadgwith is a gorgeous harbour village with ‘chocolate box’ charm by the bucketful. Thatched cottages line the narrow streets with evocative names like ‘Kiddleywink’ and ‘Dolphin Cottage’. The friendly village pub, the Cadgwith Cove Inn, is steeped in history and makes a great place for an evening meal – much of the seafood on the menu is landed at the cove itself. Pop in on a Friday night and you might just find yourself joining in with the weekly gig by the Cadgwith Singers.
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Coverack Beach
The beach is small, but good for swimming and fishing. Close to the harbour in the attractive fishing village of Coverack.
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Helford River Walk
The picturesque hamlet of Helford has a lovely walk along the river, up alongside Frenchman’s Creek and then through woodland past Kestle and back to the village.
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Kennack Sands Beach
Sandy family beach; good for rockpooling at low tide. Facilities include toilets and refreshments.
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Terence Coventry Sculpture Park
Strong figurative sculptures are displayed on the cliff top here above Coverack. Coventry has a habit of sculpting animals that have been familiar to him through his years as a Cornish pig farmer, such as bulls, cows and birds. His work has been exhibited at the Peggy Guggenheim, Venice, the Royal Academy and the Gallery Pangolin, Gloucestershire to mention just a few.
www.terencecoventry.com
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The Old Cellars
Local fish is a speciality at this informal cafe/restaurant in the heart of the village. Good food at reasonable prices, with indoor and outdoor service. Booking is advisable, especially in summer.
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Gear Farm Shop
Organic veg grown on the farm and home-baked pasties guaranteed to make you drool.
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Porthallow Beach
There are great views across the Fal estuary from this sheltered little cove. Sit and watch the comings and goings of the boats, or go rockpooling at low tide.
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Cadgwith Cove
A beautiful little slice of Cornish histoy; a small fleet of boats still fish from this pretty little cove.
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Cadgwith to Devil's Frying Pan
Cadgwith is an idyllic fishing village with thatched cottages spilling onto a tiny beach full of fishing boats. Park above the village and join the coastal path - you will see the large white dishes of Goonhilly Earth Satellite Tracking Station and then Lloyds Signal Station. Eventually you will pass the Devil’s Frying Pan, a 200ft drop to a collapsed sea cave where the sea flows through a narrow arch at high tide.
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Carleon Cove
Between Kennack Sands and Cadgwith. A rocky cove where the remains of a pilchard fishery can still be seen.
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Coverack to Black Head
From Coverack there is a lovely circular walk along the coastal path to Chynhalls Point and Black Head, and then turning inland to walk across fields and country lanes back to the village.
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Gillan Harbour Beach
This small sandy cove is near the Helford Estuary, making it a popular spot for small yachts and boats.
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Helford
The village of Helford is a hidden gem of a place, secreted on the banks of the Helford River and surrounded by ancient woodland, deep valleys and creeks. Take a passenger ferry along the river and you’ll feel as if you’ve entered another world, a peaceful refuge from the traffic and crowds of the 21st century. It’s impossible not to think of smugglers, pirates and Daphne du Maurier’s tortured heroines as you slide across the water through this beautiful corner of Cornwall.
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Men-aver Beach
About half a mile east of Gillan, this cove is a good spot for watching the boats come and go from the Helford River.
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Polgwidden Beach
This little beach sits at the foot of Trebah Gardens on the Helford River. Visitors to Trebah can access the beach via the gardens.
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Porthallow
Finding the tiny cove of Porthallow involves taking the road less travelled. This is the Cornwall of quiet, leafy lanes, hidden beaches and a slower pace of life. If you’re looking for wild nightlife or ritzy shopping, you’re in the wrong place…If you’re after total relaxation and peace, then you’ve found perfection.
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Porthoustock Beach
An area of granite reef known as The Manacles extends out from Pothoustock, making this a prime spot for diving. Because the area is extremely tidal it is home to many invertebrates as well as a number of shipwrecks.
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