Lying within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Portmellon is a little cove with lots of character. Just a mile away from Mevagissey, Portmellon is bursting with maritime connections with a deep-seated history in wooden boat building, and offers visitors a lovely insight into Cornish traditions and life.
Approaching St Austell from the west, your first impression will be of a vast, sweeping bay that, on a sunny day, glitters like somewhere far more exotic. St Austell itself is a town in the midst of total transformation; once somewhat workaday, St Austell is now becoming a holiday destination with restaurants, bars and unique shops. The seaside remains the principal draw here, though – from Par Sands in the east to Porthpean in the west, St Austell Bay has many great beaches.
An unspoilt coastal village with traditional fishermen's cottages set around a secluded cove. Dodman Point with its traces of Iron Age Fort overlooks the cove and it's worth the 400ft climb for the stunning views.
A beautifully unspoilt Georgian harbour town and working port, Charlestown is a stunning little slice of history. At the harbour itself, there is often a variety of traditional ships, including tall ships, many of which are open to the public. The Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre has many exhibits detailing the seafaring history of the port, including the many sailing disasters the town has borne witness to. The village has two beaches, one either side of the harbour.
Located between Fowey and Mevagissey and just two miles from St Austell, here you'll find three beaches (Crinnis, Shorthorn and Polgaver) stretching over two miles. The clear waters make this a popular place with families for good swimming and snorkelling, Parking is conveniently located close by.
The picturesque village of Portloe is situated on the Roseland Peninsula. Surrounded by steep valley sides, Portloe is tucked away from the harshest weather and projects the quintessentially Cornish village vibe that has charmed so many. If you're looking to learn about local history and tales of old, you've come to the right place. Portloe is steeped in history, thriving as a busy fishing port from the seventeenth century and acting as a centre point for illicit brandy-smuggling activities until well into the nineteenth century. Although these days locals and tourists alike enjoy their brandy in the <a href="/attractions/ship-inn-portloe.html">local pub</a> , there is still plenty on offer to capture your imagination. Take a stroll to the water's edge and enjoy the pretty sights that have made Portloe a popular choice for many film locations for decades. Stop for some food at the <a href="/http://www.bespokehotels.com/thelugger">Lugger Hotel</a>, recently named the Best Seaside Hotel, or see if you can purchase some fresh lobster or crab from the local fisherman, and enjoy the fruits of this beautiful place. With such natural charm and the healing properties of sea air, visitors will fall in love with Portloe. If you've got time, you can even venture to the nearby Caerhays Castle and Portholland Beach to fuel your appetite.
Being the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula, Tregony is well known in Cornwall for its Christmas lights and The Clock House Players who perform a fine pantomime at half term in early spring making it a lovely destination at any time of year. <br><br>Tregony has a gallery, farm shop, good pubs, an antique shop with an eclectic selection of unusual and interesting pieces and fabulous walks around the peninsula all nearby.
25 August 2023
Lying within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Portmellon is a little cove with lots of character. Just a mile away from Mevagissey, Portmellon is bursting with maritime connections with a deep-seated history in wooden boat building, and offers visitors a lovely insight into Cornish traditions and life.
13 October 2019
Approaching St Austell from the west, your first impression will be of a vast, sweeping bay that, on a sunny day, glitters like somewhere far more exotic. St Austell itself is a town in the midst of total transformation; once somewhat workaday, St Austell is now becoming a holiday destination with restaurants, bars and unique shops. The seaside remains the principal draw here, though – from Par Sands in the east to Porthpean in the west, St Austell Bay has many great beaches.
31 August 2019
An unspoilt coastal village with traditional fishermen's cottages set around a secluded cove. Dodman Point with its traces of Iron Age Fort overlooks the cove and it's worth the 400ft climb for the stunning views.
27 June 2012
A beautifully unspoilt Georgian harbour town and working port, Charlestown is a stunning little slice of history. At the harbour itself, there is often a variety of traditional ships, including tall ships, many of which are open to the public. The Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre has many exhibits detailing the seafaring history of the port, including the many sailing disasters the town has borne witness to. The village has two beaches, one either side of the harbour.
Located between Fowey and Mevagissey and just two miles from St Austell, here you'll find three beaches (Crinnis, Shorthorn and Polgaver) stretching over two miles. The clear waters make this a popular place with families for good swimming and snorkelling, Parking is conveniently located close by.
The picturesque village of Portloe is situated on the Roseland Peninsula. Surrounded by steep valley sides, Portloe is tucked away from the harshest weather and projects the quintessentially Cornish village vibe that has charmed so many. If you're looking to learn about local history and tales of old, you've come to the right place. Portloe is steeped in history, thriving as a busy fishing port from the seventeenth century and acting as a centre point for illicit brandy-smuggling activities until well into the nineteenth century. Although these days locals and tourists alike enjoy their brandy in the <a href="/attractions/ship-inn-portloe.html">local pub</a> , there is still plenty on offer to capture your imagination. Take a stroll to the water's edge and enjoy the pretty sights that have made Portloe a popular choice for many film locations for decades. Stop for some food at the <a href="/http://www.bespokehotels.com/thelugger">Lugger Hotel</a>, recently named the Best Seaside Hotel, or see if you can purchase some fresh lobster or crab from the local fisherman, and enjoy the fruits of this beautiful place. With such natural charm and the healing properties of sea air, visitors will fall in love with Portloe. If you've got time, you can even venture to the nearby Caerhays Castle and Portholland Beach to fuel your appetite.
Being the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula, Tregony is well known in Cornwall for its Christmas lights and The Clock House Players who perform a fine pantomime at half term in early spring making it a lovely destination at any time of year. <br><br>Tregony has a gallery, farm shop, good pubs, an antique shop with an eclectic selection of unusual and interesting pieces and fabulous walks around the peninsula all nearby.