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.
A real hub of activity, Mullion has cafes, pubs, craft centres and shops. The cove and harbour can be found a short walk away with access at low tide to the beach through a cave.
A small village on the road to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Quaint thatched cottages and a pub.
The shops and cafes of Porthleven cluster around its historic harbour in classic Cornish style. The village has a blissfully laid-back atmosphere. <br>There are a several good pubs, cafes and restaurants and an excellent fishmongers. Porthleven makes an ideal refuelling spot if you are walking the South West Coast Path as it runs right through the village. There are several small craft shops, one of which designs and makes clothes to order, along with wonderful galleries and gift shops.<br>From the harbourside you can watch fishing boats come in, several of which you are able to go out on fishing trips with.<br> When the sea is rough, particularly in Winter, the image of the waves crashing over the harbour wall and up against the clock tower is truly a magnificent and unique sight captured by many an artist and photographer alike over the centuries.
The village of Praa Sands revolves entirely around the wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer. Facing south, the beach is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers. There's also a 9-hole golf course and two good restaurants which specialise in local seafood.
Falling into the category of south Cornwall because of its position south of the A30 spine road, the town is actually close to the coastline of north Cornwall. Its inland location makes it easy to get to and a good base for exploring all the county. Redruth was previously a very rich mining town, when sales of tin and copper were at their peak, evidence of which can be seen in some of the remaining architecture. However, since the decline of the industry it is now best known as being a heritage town, rich in history with plenty of ruins testament to its past. The landscape of the area forms peaks and vales, with an interesting geology including the mound at Carn Brea which has been described as 'perhaps the most important archaeological site in the county' thanks to its plethora of archaeological finds stretching back through the ages.
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 April 2022
A real hub of activity, Mullion has cafes, pubs, craft centres and shops. The cove and harbour can be found a short walk away with access at low tide to the beach through a cave.
18 September 2017
A small village on the road to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Quaint thatched cottages and a pub.
26 August 2015
The shops and cafes of Porthleven cluster around its historic harbour in classic Cornish style. The village has a blissfully laid-back atmosphere. <br>There are a several good pubs, cafes and restaurants and an excellent fishmongers. Porthleven makes an ideal refuelling spot if you are walking the South West Coast Path as it runs right through the village. There are several small craft shops, one of which designs and makes clothes to order, along with wonderful galleries and gift shops.<br>From the harbourside you can watch fishing boats come in, several of which you are able to go out on fishing trips with.<br> When the sea is rough, particularly in Winter, the image of the waves crashing over the harbour wall and up against the clock tower is truly a magnificent and unique sight captured by many an artist and photographer alike over the centuries.
The village of Praa Sands revolves entirely around the wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer. Facing south, the beach is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers. There's also a 9-hole golf course and two good restaurants which specialise in local seafood.
Falling into the category of south Cornwall because of its position south of the A30 spine road, the town is actually close to the coastline of north Cornwall. Its inland location makes it easy to get to and a good base for exploring all the county. Redruth was previously a very rich mining town, when sales of tin and copper were at their peak, evidence of which can be seen in some of the remaining architecture. However, since the decline of the industry it is now best known as being a heritage town, rich in history with plenty of ruins testament to its past. The landscape of the area forms peaks and vales, with an interesting geology including the mound at Carn Brea which has been described as 'perhaps the most important archaeological site in the county' thanks to its plethora of archaeological finds stretching back through the ages.