Guide to the Falmouth area
Pubs
Pubs worth visiting while you are here
This is a perfect place for lunch or an early evening drink. You can sit outside on the pontoon or inside the old thatched pub if the weather is bad. I would advise you book as it is popular with people who arrive by land or sea. There are beautiful footpaths either side of the Inn that take you past some idyllic coves and secluded beaches.
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Pandora Inn
Restronguet HillThis is a perfect place for lunch or an early evening drink. You can sit outside on the pontoon or inside the old thatched pub if the weather is bad. I would advise you book as it is popular with people who arrive by land or sea. There are beautiful footpaths either side of the Inn that take you past some idyllic coves and secluded beaches.
This is a popular watering hole in Falmouth Town. It has been recently refurbished with taste. It is one of the best places to have an evening drinking, either inside or out. Set by the old quay it has bags of atmosphere and is close to a great fish and chip shop and other takeaways. Like most places in Falmouth the food is value for money
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Chain Locker
Quay StreetThis is a popular watering hole in Falmouth Town. It has been recently refurbished with taste. It is one of the best places to have an evening drinking, either inside or out. Set by the old quay it has bags of atmosphere and is close to a great fish and chip shop and other takeaways. Like most places in Falmouth the food is value for money
This is a wonderful locally owned pub right at the entrance to one of the wildest harbours in Cornwall. Very atmospheric with great beer
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The Ship Inn
Mount Pleasant RoadThis is a wonderful locally owned pub right at the entrance to one of the wildest harbours in Cornwall. Very atmospheric with great beer
This is a lovely pub in a lovely village. Great place to end up after walking the Old Tram Road to Point and back. Landlord has tried really hard to keep going during Covid and will hopefully have a good summer. The food is good value.
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The Old Quay Inn
32-33 St John's TerraceThis is a lovely pub in a lovely village. Great place to end up after walking the Old Tram Road to Point and back. Landlord has tried really hard to keep going during Covid and will hopefully have a good summer. The food is good value.
This is a perfect place to visit early evening for a drink. You can sit on the quay and watch the fishing boats return
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Ferry Boat Inn
This is a perfect place to visit early evening for a drink. You can sit on the quay and watch the fishing boats return
This is a local pub catering for the village of Budock Water. You can walk here from the Annexe through some beautiful woodland, after which you will feel you deserve a drink!
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The Trelowarren Arms
This is a local pub catering for the village of Budock Water. You can walk here from the Annexe through some beautiful woodland, after which you will feel you deserve a drink!
This is the quintessential village pub. Located right in the centre of Mawnan Smith it is frequented by locals and tourists. However, it maintains a real local feel with the interior partly delightful and partly utilitarian. It happens to be my favourite pub.
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The Red Lion
Carwinion RoadThis is the quintessential village pub. Located right in the centre of Mawnan Smith it is frequented by locals and tourists. However, it maintains a real local feel with the interior partly delightful and partly utilitarian. It happens to be my favourite pub.
This is a delightful pub in the equally delightful Mylor Bridge. A great way to relax after the various circular walks in that area. Be sure to visit the butcher and fish shop while you are there.
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The Lemon Arms
Lemon HillThis is a delightful pub in the equally delightful Mylor Bridge. A great way to relax after the various circular walks in that area. Be sure to visit the butcher and fish shop while you are there.
This is a small and welcoming pub in the small village of Flushing. You can drive there but why not take the short ferry ride from the Prince of Wales Pier in Falmouth.
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Royal Standard
This is a small and welcoming pub in the small village of Flushing. You can drive there but why not take the short ferry ride from the Prince of Wales Pier in Falmouth.
This is a magical place to sit out and admire the view across to Flushing. It is at the north end of the High Street so a handy stop before you walk back down again.
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The Boathouse Pub & Restaurant
Trevethan HillThis is a magical place to sit out and admire the view across to Flushing. It is at the north end of the High Street so a handy stop before you walk back down again.
The Heron Inn is a beautiful riverside gastropub on the outskirts of Truro, overlooking the Truro and Tresillian river where they join the river Fal. It boasts stunning views across the estuary and is accessible by both car, cycle and boat.
Malpas is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with breath taking views of the rivers and surrounding hills. Covered in trees and foliage, the colours are exciting all year round, and even more so in autumn when the valley comes alive in a sea of reds, browns and yellows. There are fantastic walks from the village to the surrounding countryside, including the riverside walk to the picturesque village of St. Clement, and then onward to Tresillian
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Heron Inn
Trenhaile TerraceThe Heron Inn is a beautiful riverside gastropub on the outskirts of Truro, overlooking the Truro and Tresillian river where they join the river Fal. It boasts stunning views across the estuary and is accessible by both car, cycle and boat.
Malpas is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with breath taking views of the rivers and surrounding hills. Covered in trees and foliage, the colours are exciting all year round, and even more so in autumn when the valley comes alive in a sea of reds, browns and yellows. There are fantastic walks from the village to the surrounding countryside, including the riverside walk to the picturesque village of St. Clement, and then onward to Tresillian
According to legend, Spingo Ale has been brewed on the premises of the Blue Anchor Inn, Helston, Cornwall for approximately 600 years!
The Blue Anchor is one of only 4 original brew pubs left in the country still brewing today which continued to brew throughout and has the prestige of being Cornwall's oldest brewery.
Kim & Simon Stone, took over the Blue on July 23rd 1993, at the time there were only 3 Spingo Ales being continuously brewed
The Blue Anchor Inn
According to legend, Spingo Ale has been brewed on the premises of the Blue Anchor Inn, Helston, Cornwall for approximately 600 years!
The Blue Anchor is one of only 4 original brew pubs left in the country still brewing today which continued to brew throughout and has the prestige of being Cornwall's oldest brewery.
Kim & Simon Stone, took over the Blue on July 23rd 1993, at the time there were only 3 Spingo Ales being continuously brewed
We are a traditional, family run inn situated in a beautiful, sheltered valley close to the Helford River. We are ideally located to enjoy the very best of Cornwall. There are footpaths galore and beautiful stretches of coastline all within a few miles. We are a 15 minute drive from the harbour town of Falmouth and the market town of Helston. Although, if you would prefer a spot of tranquility closer to home, why not relax in our expansive gardens and garden terrace on site?
We combine excellent food (using local ingredients) with a comfortable inn, a friendly bar and great events including our monthly quiz night and live music every Wednesday, bring your instruments and join in! You are guaranteed good memories from your time at the Trengilly Wartha Inn.
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The Trengilly Wartha Inn Ltd
We are a traditional, family run inn situated in a beautiful, sheltered valley close to the Helford River. We are ideally located to enjoy the very best of Cornwall. There are footpaths galore and beautiful stretches of coastline all within a few miles. We are a 15 minute drive from the harbour town of Falmouth and the market town of Helston. Although, if you would prefer a spot of tranquility closer to home, why not relax in our expansive gardens and garden terrace on site?
We combine excellent food (using local ingredients) with a comfortable inn, a friendly bar and great events including our monthly quiz night and live music every Wednesday, bring your instruments and join in! You are guaranteed good memories from your time at the Trengilly Wartha Inn.
Fishmongers
Good fishmongers in the area
This is simply the best seafood vendor. Go in the morning. There is a farmer's market on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm.
Address: Long Close Farm, Tregew Rd, Flushing TR11 5UQ
07785 501100, https://maps.app.goo.gl/fmsCHg1T8Xyy7yY28
Sailors Creek Shellfish
Tregew RoadThis is simply the best seafood vendor. Go in the morning. There is a farmer's market on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm.
Address: Long Close Farm, Tregew Rd, Flushing TR11 5UQ
07785 501100, https://maps.app.goo.gl/fmsCHg1T8Xyy7yY28
There is a wide range of fish and very fresh. They take their catch mainly from Newlyn. Very convenient if you are shopping at Sainsburys or Lidl.
Address: 1 Commercial Rd, Penryn TR10 8AG
01326 378478
https://maps.app.goo.gl/w82pWCAE4GqXhueL7
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Seabourne Fish
1 Commercial RdThere is a wide range of fish and very fresh. They take their catch mainly from Newlyn. Very convenient if you are shopping at Sainsburys or Lidl.
Address: 1 Commercial Rd, Penryn TR10 8AG
01326 378478
https://maps.app.goo.gl/w82pWCAE4GqXhueL7
The fish are straight off the Mylor boats. Usually sold out within one day of the catch. Open most days but get there early. A visit can be combined with the local butcher.
Address: Creek Cottage, Trevellan Rd, Mylor Bridge, Falmouth TR11 5NT, 01326 378441, https://maps.app.goo.gl/YcTSpwrugB7M2egS9
Mylor Fisheries
Trevellan RoadThe fish are straight off the Mylor boats. Usually sold out within one day of the catch. Open most days but get there early. A visit can be combined with the local butcher.
Address: Creek Cottage, Trevellan Rd, Mylor Bridge, Falmouth TR11 5NT, 01326 378441, https://maps.app.goo.gl/YcTSpwrugB7M2egS9
Good range of fish and seafood. Very convenient if you are in town. They make great crab pastes for your sandwiches. Address: 29 Arwenack St, Falmouth TR11 3JE
Arwenack Fisheries
29 Arwenack StGood range of fish and seafood. Very convenient if you are in town. They make great crab pastes for your sandwiches. Address: 29 Arwenack St, Falmouth TR11 3JE
Beaches
There are thousands of beaches in Cornwall. These are only a taste of the very local beaches
Just 8 minute walk from the Annexe it is YOUR beach. It is also very popular with local swimmers, dog walkers, and families. There is a cafe and carpark along with a pitch and putt! Why not pop down there one evening with a BBQ or wander up to the Hooked On The Rocks restaurant for a fabulous seafood supper. Do note that there are dog restrictions during July and August.
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Swanpool Beach
Just 8 minute walk from the Annexe it is YOUR beach. It is also very popular with local swimmers, dog walkers, and families. There is a cafe and carpark along with a pitch and putt! Why not pop down there one evening with a BBQ or wander up to the Hooked On The Rocks restaurant for a fabulous seafood supper. Do note that there are dog restrictions during July and August.
This is Falmouth's largest beach and widely considered the best in the area, regularly achieving the Blue Flag standard of cleanliness. Its crescent sand rocky outcrops make it very popular with families and water sport enthusiasts. It has great amenities and dining. It is a 25 minute walk from the Annexe along the SW Coast Path and 10 minutes from Falmouth Town Center.
Beachside showers and toilets are open all year round and there is a cafe serving hot and cold food right on the beach.
The sea here is clean, clear and generally safe as the beach is well sheltered from rough seas by the Lizard Peninsula to the west. In addition there is lifeguard cover during the summer months so swimming is fine.
The gently sloping white sand also has plenty of rock pools to explore at low tide with shrimps, crabs and squat lobsters in abundance.
During the winter there is occasionally surf at Gyllyngvase and the reef just to the west can produce a reasonable wave. However, the beach is generally more suited to calm water sports such as kayaking and stand up paddle-boarding.
The backdrop to Gyllyngvase beach is equally pleasant with St Mary's Gardens. Opened in 1910 the gardens are home to sub-tropical plants such as colourful Agapanthus and giant leafed Gunnera. The views aren't bad either with Pendennis Point and Castle in the distance and all the shipping coming and going from Falmouth harbour to watch.
Some important details:
It is buggy-friendly
Sand Chair available, Telephone 01326 312884
Public toilets are located 20 yards away from the beach
Cafe's ands shops close by.
Linked via the South West Coast Path to Swanpool Beach and Nature Reserve
There is a large car park 100 yards away
The beach is raked every morning during the summer months
There is RNLI Lifeguard cover between May - September at Gyllyngvase Beach (dates vary)
Please note: Dogs are banned from the beach between May 15th and September 30th, between the hours of 10am and 6pm. (2020)
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Gyllyngvase Beach
This is Falmouth's largest beach and widely considered the best in the area, regularly achieving the Blue Flag standard of cleanliness. Its crescent sand rocky outcrops make it very popular with families and water sport enthusiasts. It has great amenities and dining. It is a 25 minute walk from the Annexe along the SW Coast Path and 10 minutes from Falmouth Town Center.
Beachside showers and toilets are open all year round and there is a cafe serving hot and cold food right on the beach.
The sea here is clean, clear and generally safe as the beach is well sheltered from rough seas by the Lizard Peninsula to the west. In addition there is lifeguard cover during the summer months so swimming is fine.
The gently sloping white sand also has plenty of rock pools to explore at low tide with shrimps, crabs and squat lobsters in abundance.
During the winter there is occasionally surf at Gyllyngvase and the reef just to the west can produce a reasonable wave. However, the beach is generally more suited to calm water sports such as kayaking and stand up paddle-boarding.
The backdrop to Gyllyngvase beach is equally pleasant with St Mary's Gardens. Opened in 1910 the gardens are home to sub-tropical plants such as colourful Agapanthus and giant leafed Gunnera. The views aren't bad either with Pendennis Point and Castle in the distance and all the shipping coming and going from Falmouth harbour to watch.
Some important details:
It is buggy-friendly
Sand Chair available, Telephone 01326 312884
Public toilets are located 20 yards away from the beach
Cafe's ands shops close by.
Linked via the South West Coast Path to Swanpool Beach and Nature Reserve
There is a large car park 100 yards away
The beach is raked every morning during the summer months
There is RNLI Lifeguard cover between May - September at Gyllyngvase Beach (dates vary)
Please note: Dogs are banned from the beach between May 15th and September 30th, between the hours of 10am and 6pm. (2020)
This is a very sheltered beach and a huge local favourite. The beach is sandy at the top with a long shallow slope, ideal for kids. It is a 5 minute drive from the Annexe or a 45 minute walk along the SW Coastal Path. There is a lovely cafe and the The Cove restaurant if you fancy having a real treat. The beach has parking during the high season. Last year it was £5 for the day.
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Maenporth Beach
This is a very sheltered beach and a huge local favourite. The beach is sandy at the top with a long shallow slope, ideal for kids. It is a 5 minute drive from the Annexe or a 45 minute walk along the SW Coastal Path. There is a lovely cafe and the The Cove restaurant if you fancy having a real treat. The beach has parking during the high season. Last year it was £5 for the day.
This is a north coast sandy beach. It is huge and a draw for surfers and serious beach goers. Relatively close
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Perranporth Beach
This is a north coast sandy beach. It is huge and a draw for surfers and serious beach goers. Relatively close
This is a secluded rocky beach at the mouth of the Helford. It is charming beyond words
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Durgan
This is a secluded rocky beach at the mouth of the Helford. It is charming beyond words
Like Durgan, this is a secluded beach. Not much sand but bags of charm and a wonderful pub called the Ferry Boat Inn. A place to bring your dog and enjoy foraging along the rocky shore, or take the SW Coast Path along the Helford River.
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Helford Passage
Like Durgan, this is a secluded beach. Not much sand but bags of charm and a wonderful pub called the Ferry Boat Inn. A place to bring your dog and enjoy foraging along the rocky shore, or take the SW Coast Path along the Helford River.
City/town information
This village is beautiful approached by land or sea. There are various ferry companies that will make the 20 minute journey from Falmouth. The village boasts a mid-16c castle, an Italian terraced garden, a great little bakery on the quayside, and some really characterful pubs.
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St Mawes
This village is beautiful approached by land or sea. There are various ferry companies that will make the 20 minute journey from Falmouth. The village boasts a mid-16c castle, an Italian terraced garden, a great little bakery on the quayside, and some really characterful pubs.
This is a good honest Cornish town, synonymous with the maritime world. It is adjoined with the big fishing port of Newlyn which has the best fish in the county. It is also the gateway to the very south west tip of the country. The town is not a tourist trap like neighbouring St Ives but worth a visit.
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Penzance
This is a good honest Cornish town, synonymous with the maritime world. It is adjoined with the big fishing port of Newlyn which has the best fish in the county. It is also the gateway to the very south west tip of the country. The town is not a tourist trap like neighbouring St Ives but worth a visit.
This is the most popular destination in Cornwall. Famous for its light, it has inspired artists for centuries. It is impossibly beautiful with quaint little streets, sandy beaches and beach restaurants. For those who want to explore its artistic heritage then take time to visit the Tate Gallery and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Of course, it is very popular in July and August. If you plan to arrive by car then you should consider parking at St Erth and take the train. You will see one of the most spectacular coastlines in the country overlooking Carbis Bay Beach, Porthkidney Beach and with views of the expansive Hayle Beach in the distance. You should plan at least 1 hour drive from the Annexe as traffic can get heavy at the height of the season.
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St Ives
This is the most popular destination in Cornwall. Famous for its light, it has inspired artists for centuries. It is impossibly beautiful with quaint little streets, sandy beaches and beach restaurants. For those who want to explore its artistic heritage then take time to visit the Tate Gallery and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Of course, it is very popular in July and August. If you plan to arrive by car then you should consider parking at St Erth and take the train. You will see one of the most spectacular coastlines in the country overlooking Carbis Bay Beach, Porthkidney Beach and with views of the expansive Hayle Beach in the distance. You should plan at least 1 hour drive from the Annexe as traffic can get heavy at the height of the season.
Cadgwith is everybody's idea archetypal fishing village with its tight cluster thatched cottages lining the sides of the valley and the small fleet of colourful fishing boats winched up on the shingle beach. The fact that the boats are still in use and the local pub (The Cadgwith Cove Inn) is renowned for its singing of Cornish songs of a Friday evening is testament to the traditional character of this village still being alive and well. The village also has a thriving gig club.
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Cadgwith
Cadgwith is everybody's idea archetypal fishing village with its tight cluster thatched cottages lining the sides of the valley and the small fleet of colourful fishing boats winched up on the shingle beach. The fact that the boats are still in use and the local pub (The Cadgwith Cove Inn) is renowned for its singing of Cornish songs of a Friday evening is testament to the traditional character of this village still being alive and well. The village also has a thriving gig club.
Coverack is a pretty fishing village tucked away in a sheltered bay on the eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula. Unsurprisingly, the main point of interest is the little harbour around which are a clutch of old cottages, some of which are thatched. The harbour was constructed in 1724 from local green serpentine and hornblende for the growing pilchard fleet that operated from here. There is also a beautiful beach and rock pools making it an ideal spot for the family to enjoy a wonderful seaside experience.
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Coverack
Coverack is a pretty fishing village tucked away in a sheltered bay on the eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula. Unsurprisingly, the main point of interest is the little harbour around which are a clutch of old cottages, some of which are thatched. The harbour was constructed in 1724 from local green serpentine and hornblende for the growing pilchard fleet that operated from here. There is also a beautiful beach and rock pools making it an ideal spot for the family to enjoy a wonderful seaside experience.
Truro is worth half a day out of your schedule. The Cathedral is beautiful and well preserved. The city centre is pretty and has a range of both high street and boutique shops. There is a specialist Cornish shop within the Waitrose which is a perfect place to buy presents or reminders of your holiday.
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Truro Cathedral
Saint Mary's StreetTruro is worth half a day out of your schedule. The Cathedral is beautiful and well preserved. The city centre is pretty and has a range of both high street and boutique shops. There is a specialist Cornish shop within the Waitrose which is a perfect place to buy presents or reminders of your holiday.
This has become popular with visitors with good reason. It is one of the wildest fishing ports in Cornwall with good food and pubs. Storm watchers come here to photograph the Atlantic waves hitting the shore and boiling the waters of the harbour. Get there early.
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Porthleven Harbour
1 Harbour RdThis has become popular with visitors with good reason. It is one of the wildest fishing ports in Cornwall with good food and pubs. Storm watchers come here to photograph the Atlantic waves hitting the shore and boiling the waters of the harbour. Get there early.
Scenic village beach facing east on the beautiful Roseland peninsula overlooking Gerrans Bay. Portscatho Beach is mainly rocky, with sandy patches. Beyond the village the beach stretches all the way up the bay to the sandy Porthcurnick Beach at low tide. Lovely walks also around the small village harbour at Portscatho and along the South West Coast Path.
Portscatho Harbour
Scenic village beach facing east on the beautiful Roseland peninsula overlooking Gerrans Bay. Portscatho Beach is mainly rocky, with sandy patches. Beyond the village the beach stretches all the way up the bay to the sandy Porthcurnick Beach at low tide. Lovely walks also around the small village harbour at Portscatho and along the South West Coast Path.
Walks
This highlights some of the best circular walks in and around Falmouth and SW Cornwall. All the good walks can be found at https://www.iwalkcornwall.co.uk/walks/near/falmouth
Home to the world's third largest natural harbour, Falmouth boasts some of Cornwall's best views. There are little spots along the high street where you can glimpse the sea only metres away, and the town is the ultimate gateway to coastlines, secret coves, and unspoilt creeks along the Fal River.
The town itself is largely pedestrianised so walking with dogs is stress free. The main street has managed to attract many bespoke and boutique shops which are uniquely Cornish. There are many cafes and areas to rest and take in the beauty of the Fal harbour.
To make a day of it, why not try visiting the National Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle and Point, and Gylly Beach.
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Falmouth Town Station
Avenue RoadHome to the world's third largest natural harbour, Falmouth boasts some of Cornwall's best views. There are little spots along the high street where you can glimpse the sea only metres away, and the town is the ultimate gateway to coastlines, secret coves, and unspoilt creeks along the Fal River.
The town itself is largely pedestrianised so walking with dogs is stress free. The main street has managed to attract many bespoke and boutique shops which are uniquely Cornish. There are many cafes and areas to rest and take in the beauty of the Fal harbour.
To make a day of it, why not try visiting the National Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle and Point, and Gylly Beach.
This is a perfect evening walk. Simply start from the car park and go in either direction. The circular walk will take you an hour at the most. Just follow the road round. There is a path in the woods above the road that follows some of the road if you want to let the dog run around.
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Pendennis Point
This is a perfect evening walk. Simply start from the car park and go in either direction. The circular walk will take you an hour at the most. Just follow the road round. There is a path in the woods above the road that follows some of the road if you want to let the dog run around.
This is a classic circular walk starting at Flushing quay and rounding the headland to Mylor Churchtown, commonly referred to as the Mylor Yacht Harbour. From there you can walk along the road back to Flushing or continue on for a mile towards Mylor Bridge on the path before turning left up the hill along a wooded path. At the top you can join the road back to Flushing. You can start and end the trip on the Flushing Ferry which connects the village to Prince of Wales Quay in Falmouth
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Flushing
This is a classic circular walk starting at Flushing quay and rounding the headland to Mylor Churchtown, commonly referred to as the Mylor Yacht Harbour. From there you can walk along the road back to Flushing or continue on for a mile towards Mylor Bridge on the path before turning left up the hill along a wooded path. At the top you can join the road back to Flushing. You can start and end the trip on the Flushing Ferry which connects the village to Prince of Wales Quay in Falmouth
The NT carpark above Durgan is an ideal place to start and end circular walks, exploring the Helford River or the coastline that skirts Mawnan Smith on the way to Falmouth.
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Durgan
The NT carpark above Durgan is an ideal place to start and end circular walks, exploring the Helford River or the coastline that skirts Mawnan Smith on the way to Falmouth.
This is a spectacular location to park and enjoy long or short circular walks around the headland. Remember to take the King Harry Ferry otherwise it is a long drive onto the Roseland Peninsula
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NT St Anthony Head carpark
Military RoadThis is a spectacular location to park and enjoy long or short circular walks around the headland. Remember to take the King Harry Ferry otherwise it is a long drive onto the Roseland Peninsula
Park on the little road at the bottom of the Lemon Hill pub car park. From there you can do the circular walk beside the Mylor Creek up to Restronguet Cottage Beach and back over the hill, or carry on to the Pandora Inn and walk back by the road. It is impossibly beautiful.
Mylor Bridge
Park on the little road at the bottom of the Lemon Hill pub car park. From there you can do the circular walk beside the Mylor Creek up to Restronguet Cottage Beach and back over the hill, or carry on to the Pandora Inn and walk back by the road. It is impossibly beautiful.
This is a spectacular north cost spot to take short but difficult circular walks along the SW Coast path. The scenery is simply awesome, but please take good walking gear. You will be rewarded with the Tinners Arms and the Moomaid Cafe. Do check the Wikipedia site as the village is steeped in ancient history and mythology. Make sure you go early as it is some distance from Falmouth and will be up against the St. Ives traffic
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Zennor
This is a spectacular north cost spot to take short but difficult circular walks along the SW Coast path. The scenery is simply awesome, but please take good walking gear. You will be rewarded with the Tinners Arms and the Moomaid Cafe. Do check the Wikipedia site as the village is steeped in ancient history and mythology. Make sure you go early as it is some distance from Falmouth and will be up against the St. Ives traffic
This is a perfect place to stretch your legs without encountering any strong inclines. The Old Tram Road hugs the beautiful Restronguet Creek and is a mecca for dog walkers. You are never more than a few metres away from the shoreline guaranteeing fresh sea air and photo opportunities. The old tram road was a horse drawn railway that carried mined copper from Gwennap to its ultimate destination at the docks in Devoran and Point. Although the railway closed in 1915 and the rails were taken up in 1919, the road surface was not made up until 1951. Consider taking this walk if you are travelling to or from Truro and always find time to have a drink in the Old Quay Inn.
Old Tram Road
Old Tram RoadThis is a perfect place to stretch your legs without encountering any strong inclines. The Old Tram Road hugs the beautiful Restronguet Creek and is a mecca for dog walkers. You are never more than a few metres away from the shoreline guaranteeing fresh sea air and photo opportunities. The old tram road was a horse drawn railway that carried mined copper from Gwennap to its ultimate destination at the docks in Devoran and Point. Although the railway closed in 1915 and the rails were taken up in 1919, the road surface was not made up until 1951. Consider taking this walk if you are travelling to or from Truro and always find time to have a drink in the Old Quay Inn.
Deep in the fairytail forest of the Kennall Vale, the old gunpowder works that once dominated the area are slowly being covered by moss and foliage, creating a magical ruin that looks straight out of a fantasy movie.
Originally fired up in 1812, the Kennall Vale Gunpowder Works were laid out across 20 acres of forest land. The gunpowder was mainly sent to the Cornish mines rather than contributing to military uses. At its height, the factory employed 50 men and was very successful despite a spectacular accident that caused five of the production buildings to explode. By the 1880s blasting technology was moving on to more sophisticated chemical explosives and by the 1910s the works were closed and abandoned.
Today many of the thick stone buildings still remain in the vale, maintained (but never restored) by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust. The buildings are slowly being reclaimed by the humid forest flora, turning sooty industrial leftovers into enchanted ruins from a literally less-destructive era.
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Kennall Vale
Deep in the fairytail forest of the Kennall Vale, the old gunpowder works that once dominated the area are slowly being covered by moss and foliage, creating a magical ruin that looks straight out of a fantasy movie.
Originally fired up in 1812, the Kennall Vale Gunpowder Works were laid out across 20 acres of forest land. The gunpowder was mainly sent to the Cornish mines rather than contributing to military uses. At its height, the factory employed 50 men and was very successful despite a spectacular accident that caused five of the production buildings to explode. By the 1880s blasting technology was moving on to more sophisticated chemical explosives and by the 1910s the works were closed and abandoned.
Today many of the thick stone buildings still remain in the vale, maintained (but never restored) by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust. The buildings are slowly being reclaimed by the humid forest flora, turning sooty industrial leftovers into enchanted ruins from a literally less-destructive era.
Sightseeing
This is unspeakably beautiful. Get there early and park in the NT car park. You can enjoy the beach or walk the SW Coast Path. You might see the rare Cornish Chough with its red legs and crow like appearance.
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Kynance Cove
This is unspeakably beautiful. Get there early and park in the NT car park. You can enjoy the beach or walk the SW Coast Path. You might see the rare Cornish Chough with its red legs and crow like appearance.
Food scene
This is your local restaurant and one of the best in Cornwall. It is value for money but do expect £30-40 per head just for food. The portions are usually generous and bags of flavour. The views are lovely. Quite a romantic place and easily walkable back to the Annexe
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Hooked on the rocks
Swanpool RoadThis is your local restaurant and one of the best in Cornwall. It is value for money but do expect £30-40 per head just for food. The portions are usually generous and bags of flavour. The views are lovely. Quite a romantic place and easily walkable back to the Annexe
This is an award winning restaurant owned by the famous chef Michael Caines. It is certainly a fine dining experience and is one of Cornwall's more expensive restaurants. However, it will be a real treat and unforgettable experience with dreamy views over Maenporth Beach. Why not try the 2 mile walk back to the Annexe along the coast path, or take a taxi for approximately £10.
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The Cove
This is an award winning restaurant owned by the famous chef Michael Caines. It is certainly a fine dining experience and is one of Cornwall's more expensive restaurants. However, it will be a real treat and unforgettable experience with dreamy views over Maenporth Beach. Why not try the 2 mile walk back to the Annexe along the coast path, or take a taxi for approximately £10.
This provides high quality oriental take away food. Order online and pickup. You won't be disappointed if you are craving for sushi, Ramen, Bao Buns, Katsu, or Dumplings.
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Bango Kitchen
11B Commercial RdThis provides high quality oriental take away food. Order online and pickup. You won't be disappointed if you are craving for sushi, Ramen, Bao Buns, Katsu, or Dumplings.
Fish and Chips! This is in town. There are lots of tables indoors but you will need to book. It is a good meal and should be eaten sitting on the adjacent quay!
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Harbour Lights Restaurant
Arwenack StreetFish and Chips! This is in town. There are lots of tables indoors but you will need to book. It is a good meal and should be eaten sitting on the adjacent quay!
This is actually the best fish and chips in the area. Parking may be an issue unless there are spaces opposite. It is in Penryn.
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Mariners Takeaway
62-64 Lower Market StThis is actually the best fish and chips in the area. Parking may be an issue unless there are spaces opposite. It is in Penryn.
Great place to visit on Saturdays for high quality market produce, especially seafood
The Food Barn - Tregew
Tregew RoadGreat place to visit on Saturdays for high quality market produce, especially seafood