A lush river valley landscape of ancient woodlands tumbling down to the banks of the still, blue waters; the views will not disappoint. Utterly undisturbed, with little pockets of civilisation popping up at convenient intervals, anywhere along the Helford River will make for the perfect holiday. Kick off your deck shoes and dangle your toes in contentment, you'll feel a world away in seconds.
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.
The home of Roskillys ice cream! But while that is a worthy cause for a visit, St Keverne is a destination in its own right, with local traditions and quaint charm cementing this little village as a holiday favourite. There is a great fishing heritage and plenty of unspoilt beaches and coves with curious names to make your own.
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.
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.
14 September 2024
A lush river valley landscape of ancient woodlands tumbling down to the banks of the still, blue waters; the views will not disappoint. Utterly undisturbed, with little pockets of civilisation popping up at convenient intervals, anywhere along the Helford River will make for the perfect holiday. Kick off your deck shoes and dangle your toes in contentment, you'll feel a world away in seconds.
9 July 2021
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.
20 October 2020
The home of Roskillys ice cream! But while that is a worthy cause for a visit, St Keverne is a destination in its own right, with local traditions and quaint charm cementing this little village as a holiday favourite. There is a great fishing heritage and plenty of unspoilt beaches and coves with curious names to make your own.
15 June 2012
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.
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.