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is the perfect location for a relaxing holiday with good fishing,
safe bathing and great sailing. Some of the best cliff and coastal
walks can be taken from Porthallow, and on a clear day you can
enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Falmouth Bay and the Cornish
coastline. |
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are also many good golf courses within easy reach, or you
could try horse riding or cycling amid beautiful Cornish scenery;
sample the delicious locally produced wine on a visit to Porthallow's
very own vineyard; enjoy the still waters of tiny creeks and
inlets leading to the Helford River or explore the craggy
coastline while SCUBA diving at Porthkerris Cove.
Throughout the summer there is something of interest for most
people to enjoy and organised events such as carnivals, regattas,
barbecues and fetes take place from May to October.
Porthallow
- Out and about:
The neighbouring traditional fishing villages
of Coverack and Porthoustock are within easy reach and Porthallow
is also conveniently situated for visiting many local attractions:
For great days out we recommend a visit to St Ives or Falmouth.
Further down the south coast you can explore the wonders of
the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Throughout the summer there is something of interest for most
people to enjoy in Porthallow and organised events such as
carnivals, regattas, barbecues and fetes take place from May
to October.
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Blue
Reef Aquarium:
Cornwall's
Eden Project offers you more than just a green theme park. Its
aim is to connect plants, people and places. It is a living
demonstration of regeneration and it aims to reconnect people
with their environments locally and globally, inviting you to
explore your world afresh. |
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Dairyland
Farmworld :
DairyLand created the concept of farm tourism diversification
in 1975. Today they are one of the UK's leading farm attractions
with over a million visitors to date. DairyLand and the farm
are still family owned and run, which is reflected in the atmosphere
of traditional family fun and entertainment enjoyed by visitors
of all ages - attractions include a milking parlour, nature
trails and a tractor house and smithy. |
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Eden Project:
Cornwall's
Eden Project offers you more than just a green theme park. Its
aim is to connect plants, people and places. It is a living
demonstration of regeneration and it aims to reconnect people
with their environments locally and globally, inviting you to
explore your world afresh. |
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Flambards
Theme Park:
Flambards prides itself on being more than just a Theme Park
- Established nearly 30 years ago as the Cornwall Aircraft Park,
the Flambards Experience is one of the most popular tourist
attractions in Cornwall. Not only does the Theme Park host the
best thrill rides in Cornwall, but also the Flambards Victorian
Village and Britain in the Blitz indoor tourist attractions. |
Glendurgan
Gardens :
Superb subtropical garden with year-round interest. Set amid
a valley with views over the Helford River and coastline. This
warm and sheltered setting is an ideal habitat for exotic flowers,
trees and shrubs. Fantastic laurel maze and Giant's Stride maypole.
There is also a tranquil sandy beach and rock pools at Durgan.
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Goonhilly
Satellite Earth Station:
This
is the largest satellite station on earth and attracts over
80,000 visitors every year. It has over 60 giant satellite dishes
it is also the oldest satellite station on Earth. Set in the
dramatic landscape of the Lizard Peninsula the giant dishes
of Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station rise up from the heathland.
Through the Visitor Centre and guided bus tour you can explore
the history of tele-communications. |
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Halzephron
Herb Farm:
Halzephron Herb Farm ia a great place to visit for top quality
herb products from Cornwall. They specialise in making the finest
food from locally grown organic herbs, and other natural ingredients.
Marinades, sauces, mayos, dressings, dips, seeds and preserves
are made from HalzephronÕs very own recipes, and are now proving
to be top sellers nationwide. They also offer an unrivalled
range of herbal remedies, soaps and beauty treatments. |
Lappa
Valley Steam Railway:
The
Lappa Valley Steam Railway runs on one of the oldest railway
trackbeds in Cornwall. Opened in 1849 as a mineral line from
Newquay to East Wheal Rose, it later became part of the Great
Western Railway's Newquay to Chacewater branch line. This was
closed in 1963, and in 1974 Eric Booth, the founder of Lappa
Valley, re-opened part of the line as a narrow-gauge railway. |
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Lost
Gardens of Heligan:
The Lost Gardens of Heligan are Europe's largest garden restoration
project. The lost garden of the Tremaynes, was neglected and
forgotten when in 1991 Tim Smit and John Nelson started to restore
it. The Gardens are set in 80 acres and includes a 2 acre working
kitchen garden, a walled garden full of exotic fruit houses,
22 acres of sub tropical jungle, a small Italian themed garden
and a 35 acre lost valley. In addition there is a ravine walk
and good views to the Atlantic from one terrace. Many rare species
of trees and plants to delight everyone. |
Minack
Theatre:
Cornwall's
theatre under the stars. The Minack Theatre was the inspiration
and lifeÕs work of one remarkable woman, Rowena Cade. "Minack"
in Cornish means a rocky place and the black headed crag below
the theatre has always drawn local fishermen. Until the 1930Õs
they had the gorse filled gully to themselves and the cliffs
echoed to the cries of gulls not actors. Nowadays it is a thriving
theatre and visitor centre. |
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National
Maritime Museum Cornwall:
Housed in an award winning building on the Falmouth harbour-side,
the National Maritime Museum Cornwall transports you into the
world of small boats and Cornish maritime history - a fantastic
day out for all the family. |
Newquay
Zoo :
Newquay
Zoo has been awarded 'Visitor Attraction of the Year 2006' at
the Cornwall Tourism Awards which took place at St Mellion International
Hotel on 23rd November 2006. They also won a Bronze award in
the Sustainable Tourism Initiative of the Year. Fabulous family
day out with a range of events, conservation schemes and attractions. |
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Paradise
Park:
Home of the World Parrot Trust and Britain's Top Zoo, Paradise
Park is the Winner BBC Wildlife Magazine's Zoo Conservation
Award for Excellence. An excellent choice for a great family
day out ! |
Poldark
Mine:
Step
back into Cornish history at Poldark Mine. Set within the Mining
Districts of Cornwall, Poldark has been declared a World Heritage
Site and is a fabulous day out with free entry for all of the
family. Here you can enjoy a variety of attractions including
mining tours, ghost tours, gold panning, educational trips,
pottery throwing and face painting or simply just celebrate
Cornwall's rich mining heritage. |
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Porthallow
Vineyard:
Cornish Liqueurs and Country Wines are made at Porthallow Vineyard.
The Cornish Liqueurs contain Rum, Brandy, Whisky, Gin or Vodka
as appropriate and are all 18% alcohol (30 proof). They are
not as sweet as other liqueurs and are prized for their lovely
fruit flavours and aroma. The Country Wines are made from fruits
and flowers, vegetables and honey in traditional varieties.
These are made at 14% alcohol so that they will keep after being
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Roskilly's
Ice Cream and Organic Farm:
Try a taste of life on a working organic Cornish farm. Roskilly's
Ice Cream and Organic Farm is an excellent choice for a family
day out. Depending on how much time you have, you could just
pop in for an ice cream or a quick cup of tea or, alternatively,
spend an enjoyable morning, afternoon and evening here. There
is plenty to see and do here from watching daily milking to
close-up encounters with cows, calves, donkeys, hens and ducks
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There
is a mile of easy walking in a charming valley of ponds, meadows
and withy woods. Here you can feed the ducks and moorhens or
simply enjoy the peace and quiet of your surroundings. There
are often very friendly heifers in the meadows where the path
meanders down through to the withy woods and old orchard. Back
up at the farm there is a path which leads up to 'Joes Stones'
- a great look out place from which on clear days you can see
over the sea to St.Mawes and the china clay hills (the Cornish
mountains), and even as far as Plymouth. There are longer walks
both down to the coast and across the fields in all directions.
The Farm has a cafe, shop and an Ice Cream Parlour with cabinets
brimming full with 24 flavours of freshly made ice cream.
The farm welcomes all, from toddlers to great grandparents.
Wheelchairs have access to most areas. Car parking is free and
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Sailing:
Cornwall is a much loved destination for those who enjoy sailing.
Cornwall's harbour facilities along both the North and South
coasts provide an impressive variety of sheltered coastal and
river moorings. Some of the best sailing waters in the South
West can be found in the idyllic surroundings of the Helford
River, with slipways at Coverack, Helford, Port Navas, Porthoustock,
Porthallow and St Antony. Popular with the sailing fraternity
and watersports enthusiasts, Helford lies at the head of a wooded
creek. In addition to sailing, visitors can also enjoy wonderful
walks, nature and birdlife amid breathtaking river and coastal
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Saint
Michael's Mount:
Explore the amazing island world of St MichaelÕs Mount and
discover legend, myth and over a thousand years of incredible
history. Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and walk the
causeway at low water or enjoy a short motor boat trip when
the tide is in Ð getting to St MichaelÕs Mount is always an
adventure. Climb the ancient, cobbled path to the inspiring
medieval castle, gaze down at the beautiful gardens and enjoy
magnificent views across the bay to Penzance.
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SCUBA
Diving at Porthkerris Cove:
Porthkerris Cove is a dive site with easy access to the
Manacles. There is a first class diving centre in the cove which
offers a full range of services including: air, nitrox, a dive
shop, charter boats and a cafe. A small charge is made for parking,
launching and shore diving. |
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The
site is sheltered from north-westerly to south-westerly winds
but is exposed to easterlies. There is some high quality snorkelling
and shore diving here and it's a great spot for training
The best shore diving is around the reef to the north where
it is possible to cut through a small gully, and around to the
outside of the reef. The maximum depth on the outside of the
reef is about 18m.
The sea bed is rock covered weed surrounded by pebbles, and
the marine life can be quite varied here wrasse, pollack, crabs
and lobster. Among the more exotic species to be found are tompot
blennies, squat lobsters, cuttlefish and squid. |
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Seal
Sanctuary:
The National Seal Sanctuary is set in the picturesque Helford
Estuary, by the beautiful village of Gweek, in Cornwall. They
have over 49 years experience in Seal Rescue, Rehabilitation
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Trebah
Gardens:
Trebah is a spectacular 26 acre Cornish ravine garden, rated
among the 80 finest gardens in the world. This sub-tropical
paradise is home to a unique collection of rare and exotic plants,
trees and shrubs winding down to a private and secluded beach
on the Helford River. It is a garden for all seasons, with year
round colour and scent. It has something for everyone with children's
activities, special events, The Gallery Shop, Planters Cafe
and garden shops. |
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Trelissick
Gardens:
Tranquil, tiered garden set on many levels, containing a superb
collection of tender and exotic plants. Trellisick is home to
the national collection of photinias and azaras, affording commanding
panoramic views down to Falmouth and the open sea. Here you
can enjoy extensive park, woodland and riverside walks, taking
in Roundwood Iron Age Fort. There is also a gallery exhibiting
work by local Cornish artists and craftsmen. |
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