The Boathouse
30 August 2026
A traditional pub for over 300 years, enjoy stunning views over the Carrick Roads and Falmouth Harbour towards Flushing. Food is locally sourced and the menu changes seasonally accompanied by speciality ales and wines.
Food and Drink near Helford
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The Boathouse
A traditional pub for over 300 years, enjoy stunning views over the Carrick Roads and Falmouth Harbour towards Flushing. Food is locally sourced and the menu changes seasonally accompanied by speciality ales and wines.
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The Paris Hotel
You will find both a traditional pub and Oceanview restaurant here serving a wide range of food. With outside seating and views of the sea it's a popular place to sit and watch the world go by. Parking is limited and it does get busy in summer. A good stopping off point for coastal path walkers.
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The Red Lion Mawnan Smith
Situated in the pretty village of Mawnan Smith, this traditional thatched pub offers local produce and fine wines. With outside seating for al fresco dining and within easy reach of the coast path, this is a good stopping off point.
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The Royal Standard
One of two pubs in the village, here you'll find a warm welcome and high quality food. The interior is warm and cosy with a real fire in winter and garden with harbour views for al fresco summer dining during the summer months.
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The New Inn
This 16th century thatched village pub close to the Helford river has a lot to offer. Child and dog friendly means that the whole family are welcome! What better place to enjoy good food and drink after a walk in the beautiful countryside?
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Harbour Lights Traditional Fish and Chips
This is a great place to enjoy traditional fish and chips and you can either eat in and enjoy the stunning views across the harbour or take away. This restaurant has a handful of awards for its food and environmental awareness.
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The Ferryboat Inn
Refurbished in 2018, this pub opens all day and offers indoor and outside seating. In good weather the outdoor seats are at a premium and it's a great place to sit and watch the boats come and go along the estuary. Parking is up the hill so be prepared to walk as there's no parking on site.
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The Five Pilchards Inn
For all you crazy folk out there walking the South West Coastal Path you will probably already know that Porthallow is exactly the half way point. This tiny fishing village is a great place to stop for a pint and a pasty. Re-opened in 2025, opening hours are limited to it's adviseable to give them a ring to check.
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The New Inn Mabe Burnthouse
A traditional community pub on the main road through the village of Mabe Burnthouse. Real ales and home cooked food is served and booking is recommended. There is a large outdoor beer garden for al fresco dining.
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The Greenhouse Organic Restaurant
Modern organic rustic cooking - simple dishes made with outstanding ingredients, most of which are sourced locally, even the wine is organic. The fish comes from Newlyn and the local fishermen they know bring in what they catch. You can even learn to bake bread with the Owner and Chef of The Greenhouse who runs bread baking courses.
Food and Drink near Helford
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The Paris Hotel
18 May 2026
You will find both a traditional pub and Oceanview restaurant here serving a wide range of food. With outside seating and views of the sea it's a popular place to sit and watch the world go by. Parking is limited and it does get busy in summer. A good stopping off point for coastal path walkers.
The Red Lion Mawnan Smith
4 August 2025
Situated in the pretty village of Mawnan Smith, this traditional thatched pub offers local produce and fine wines. With outside seating for al fresco dining and within easy reach of the coast path, this is a good stopping off point.
The Royal Standard
22 September 2024
One of two pubs in the village, here you'll find a warm welcome and high quality food. The interior is warm and cosy with a real fire in winter and garden with harbour views for al fresco summer dining during the summer months.
The New Inn
1 September 2024
This 16th century thatched village pub close to the Helford river has a lot to offer. Child and dog friendly means that the whole family are welcome! What better place to enjoy good food and drink after a walk in the beautiful countryside?
Harbour Lights Traditional Fish and Chips
27 May 2024
This is a great place to enjoy traditional fish and chips and you can either eat in and enjoy the stunning views across the harbour or take away. This restaurant has a handful of awards for its food and environmental awareness.
The Ferryboat Inn
1 August 2023
Refurbished in 2018, this pub opens all day and offers indoor and outside seating. In good weather the outdoor seats are at a premium and it's a great place to sit and watch the boats come and go along the estuary. Parking is up the hill so be prepared to walk as there's no parking on site.
The Five Pilchards Inn
24 July 2022
For all you crazy folk out there walking the South West Coastal Path you will probably already know that Porthallow is exactly the half way point. This tiny fishing village is a great place to stop for a pint and a pasty. Re-opened in 2025, opening hours are limited to it's adviseable to give them a ring to check.
The New Inn Mabe Burnthouse
26 October 2021
A traditional community pub on the main road through the village of Mabe Burnthouse. Real ales and home cooked food is served and booking is recommended. There is a large outdoor beer garden for al fresco dining.
The Greenhouse Organic Restaurant
20 October 2020
Modern organic rustic cooking - simple dishes made with outstanding ingredients, most of which are sourced locally, even the wine is organic. The fish comes from Newlyn and the local fishermen they know bring in what they catch. You can even learn to bake bread with the Owner and Chef of The Greenhouse who runs bread baking courses.