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Stephen's Guidebook

Beaches

Porthpean is probably one of the best of St Austell’s beaches, although a little on the small side. Being relatively sheltered and easy to get to Porthpean beach is popular with families. During the summer there is a cafe and shop on the beach and also toilets. Despite its popularity there are no lifeguards on duty here, although swimming is generally considered safe.
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Porthpean Beach
Porthpean Beach Road
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Porthpean is probably one of the best of St Austell’s beaches, although a little on the small side. Being relatively sheltered and easy to get to Porthpean beach is popular with families. During the summer there is a cafe and shop on the beach and also toilets. Despite its popularity there are no lifeguards on duty here, although swimming is generally considered safe.
A large stretch of near-white sand, Pentewan Sands is located between St Austell and the fishing village of Mevagissey. The beach is actually privately owned by the Pentewan Sands Holiday Park that sits just behind. This isn’t really an issue though as the beach is open to the public. In fact what it does mean is the beach is well-maintained and there are plenty of facilities. Its a great spot for swimming and all water sports - windsurfing, sea kayaking, water skiing and sailing. Canoes and sailing dinghies can be hired from the Holiday Park.
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Pentewan Beach
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A large stretch of near-white sand, Pentewan Sands is located between St Austell and the fishing village of Mevagissey. The beach is actually privately owned by the Pentewan Sands Holiday Park that sits just behind. This isn’t really an issue though as the beach is open to the public. In fact what it does mean is the beach is well-maintained and there are plenty of facilities. Its a great spot for swimming and all water sports - windsurfing, sea kayaking, water skiing and sailing. Canoes and sailing dinghies can be hired from the Holiday Park.
A sheltered harbour beach in the small village of Polkerris, overlooking St Austell Bay, with a stone quay providing shelter. This sandy beach is ideal for families, with facilities, including a slipway, watersport equipment and tuition available. Facing south west, the beach is perfect for late afternoons and glorious sunsets throughout the year. The beach has a pub, seafood restaurant and take away cafe.
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Polkerris Beach
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A sheltered harbour beach in the small village of Polkerris, overlooking St Austell Bay, with a stone quay providing shelter. This sandy beach is ideal for families, with facilities, including a slipway, watersport equipment and tuition available. Facing south west, the beach is perfect for late afternoons and glorious sunsets throughout the year. The beach has a pub, seafood restaurant and take away cafe.
Gorran Haven is a pleasant sandy beach just in front of the village. It is fairly sheltered, and along with all the facilities of the village close to hand this makes for a great family beach. There is no lifeguard.
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Gorran Haven
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Gorran Haven is a pleasant sandy beach just in front of the village. It is fairly sheltered, and along with all the facilities of the village close to hand this makes for a great family beach. There is no lifeguard.
Whether shopping in the bustling town, resting on the glorious sandy beach, taking a boat trip to St George’s Island or sampling the local cuisine, your visit to the picturesque harbour town of Looe will be memorable. A little further around the stunning coastline is Polperro, a charming and unspoilt fishing village.
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Polperro
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Whether shopping in the bustling town, resting on the glorious sandy beach, taking a boat trip to St George’s Island or sampling the local cuisine, your visit to the picturesque harbour town of Looe will be memorable. A little further around the stunning coastline is Polperro, a charming and unspoilt fishing village.

Towns

Majestic tall ships, a charming Grade II listed harbour and a Poldark connection are just a few of the reasons that you’ll want to head to Charlestown. The harbour and surroundings retain much of their Georgian character with beautiful period properties sitting side by side with traditional stone fishermen’s cottages and harbourside inns. A small beach and plenty of places to eat and drink.
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Charlestown
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Majestic tall ships, a charming Grade II listed harbour and a Poldark connection are just a few of the reasons that you’ll want to head to Charlestown. The harbour and surroundings retain much of their Georgian character with beautiful period properties sitting side by side with traditional stone fishermen’s cottages and harbourside inns. A small beach and plenty of places to eat and drink.
Mevagissey is an attractive harbourside village which still boasts a working harbour, with a few dozen small fishing boats. Fishing trips can be taken from the harbour and there is a ferry to the nearby port of Fowey. A great spot for crabbing. There is also a small aquarium and model railway museum alongside an abundance of boutique shops.
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Mevagissey
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Mevagissey is an attractive harbourside village which still boasts a working harbour, with a few dozen small fishing boats. Fishing trips can be taken from the harbour and there is a ferry to the nearby port of Fowey. A great spot for crabbing. There is also a small aquarium and model railway museum alongside an abundance of boutique shops.
Whether shopping in the bustling town, resting on the glorious sandy beach, taking a boat trip to St George’s Island or sampling the local cuisine, your visit to the picturesque harbour town of Looe will be memorable. A little further around the stunning coastline is Polperro, a charming and unspoilt fishing village.
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Looe
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Whether shopping in the bustling town, resting on the glorious sandy beach, taking a boat trip to St George’s Island or sampling the local cuisine, your visit to the picturesque harbour town of Looe will be memorable. A little further around the stunning coastline is Polperro, a charming and unspoilt fishing village.
Newquay is Cornwall’s favourite holiday destination, boasting some of the finest sandy beaches in the country. There is lots to do including a zoo and watersports.
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Newquay
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Newquay is Cornwall’s favourite holiday destination, boasting some of the finest sandy beaches in the country. There is lots to do including a zoo and watersports.
Falmouth is known for its deep natural harbour and beaches like Swanpool and Gyllyngvase. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall has interactive galleries and a flotilla of model boats.
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Falmouth
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Falmouth is known for its deep natural harbour and beaches like Swanpool and Gyllyngvase. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall has interactive galleries and a flotilla of model boats.
St Ives is known for its surf beaches and its art scene. The seafront Tate St Ives gallery has rotating modern art exhibitions. Nearby is the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Boat trips go to Seal Island, just west of town, to see the seal colony.
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Saint Ives
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St Ives is known for its surf beaches and its art scene. The seafront Tate St Ives gallery has rotating modern art exhibitions. Nearby is the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Boat trips go to Seal Island, just west of town, to see the seal colony.
Padstow is a charming working fishing port surrounded by sandy beaches. This foodie destination with popular eateries such as Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant, is the start and end point for the Camel Cycle Trail and a good base for water sports.
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Padstow
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Padstow is a charming working fishing port surrounded by sandy beaches. This foodie destination with popular eateries such as Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant, is the start and end point for the Camel Cycle Trail and a good base for water sports.

Food scene

A sheltered harbour beach in the small village of Polkerris, overlooking St Austell Bay, with a stone quay providing shelter. This sandy beach is ideal for families, with facilities, including a slipway, watersport equipment and tuition available. Facing south west, the beach is perfect for late afternoons and glorious sunsets throughout the year. The beach has a pub, seafood restaurant and take away cafe.
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Polkerris Beach
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A sheltered harbour beach in the small village of Polkerris, overlooking St Austell Bay, with a stone quay providing shelter. This sandy beach is ideal for families, with facilities, including a slipway, watersport equipment and tuition available. Facing south west, the beach is perfect for late afternoons and glorious sunsets throughout the year. The beach has a pub, seafood restaurant and take away cafe.
Majestic tall ships, a charming Grade II listed harbour and a Poldark connection are just a few of the reasons that you’ll want to head to Charlestown. The harbour and surroundings retain much of their Georgian character with beautiful period properties sitting side by side with traditional stone fishermen’s cottages and harbourside inns. A small beach and plenty of places to eat and drink.
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Charlestown
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Majestic tall ships, a charming Grade II listed harbour and a Poldark connection are just a few of the reasons that you’ll want to head to Charlestown. The harbour and surroundings retain much of their Georgian character with beautiful period properties sitting side by side with traditional stone fishermen’s cottages and harbourside inns. A small beach and plenty of places to eat and drink.
As you walk the ever narrowing streets of the old town where mediaeval and Georgian buildings cast shadows over each other, a vibrant maritime history comes to life. Lining the main Fore Street you will find many small, independent shops selling unusual gifts, artwork, clothing and books. If you’re a foodie then Fowey is home to many bistros, cafes and restaurants.
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Fowey
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As you walk the ever narrowing streets of the old town where mediaeval and Georgian buildings cast shadows over each other, a vibrant maritime history comes to life. Lining the main Fore Street you will find many small, independent shops selling unusual gifts, artwork, clothing and books. If you’re a foodie then Fowey is home to many bistros, cafes and restaurants.
As you walk the ever narrowing streets of the old town where mediaeval and Georgian buildings cast shadows over each other, a vibrant maritime history comes to life. Lining the main Fore Street you will find many small, independent shops selling unusual gifts, artwork, clothing and books. If you’re a foodie then Fowey is home to many bistros, cafes and restaurants.
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Fowey
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As you walk the ever narrowing streets of the old town where mediaeval and Georgian buildings cast shadows over each other, a vibrant maritime history comes to life. Lining the main Fore Street you will find many small, independent shops selling unusual gifts, artwork, clothing and books. If you’re a foodie then Fowey is home to many bistros, cafes and restaurants.
Padstow is a charming working fishing port surrounded by sandy beaches. This foodie destination with popular eateries such as Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant, is the start and end point for the Camel Cycle Trail and a good base for water sports.
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Padstow
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Padstow is a charming working fishing port surrounded by sandy beaches. This foodie destination with popular eateries such as Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant, is the start and end point for the Camel Cycle Trail and a good base for water sports.
t’s a cheery food van, positioned at the water’s edge, that sells sandwiches stuffed with crab so fresh that it still smells of the sea. Think crab and dill butter sarnie, hake fish finger sandwich, a cup of crispy crab bonbons and excellent halloumi fries.
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Captain Hanks
North Street
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t’s a cheery food van, positioned at the water’s edge, that sells sandwiches stuffed with crab so fresh that it still smells of the sea. Think crab and dill butter sarnie, hake fish finger sandwich, a cup of crispy crab bonbons and excellent halloumi fries.
The original green-fronted Sam’s restaurant, in the centre of Fowey, is a must-visit for its seafood classics
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Sam's Fowey
20 Fore St
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The original green-fronted Sam’s restaurant, in the centre of Fowey, is a must-visit for its seafood classics
Walk away from Fowey’s busy quayside towards the Esplanade and you’ll find Pintxo tapas bar squeezed in between townhouses. It’s an ideal spot for a Spanish lunch. Pintxo is opposite the Old Grammar School Garden, a tranquil jumble of grasses and tropical trees that overlooks the river Fowey. It’s split into sections by sea shingle, curvy paths and driftwood, and is a great place to sit awhile after one’s meal.
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Pintxo
38 Esplanade
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Walk away from Fowey’s busy quayside towards the Esplanade and you’ll find Pintxo tapas bar squeezed in between townhouses. It’s an ideal spot for a Spanish lunch. Pintxo is opposite the Old Grammar School Garden, a tranquil jumble of grasses and tropical trees that overlooks the river Fowey. It’s split into sections by sea shingle, curvy paths and driftwood, and is a great place to sit awhile after one’s meal.
Fowey is on one side of River Fowey, Bodinnick on the other. And although the majority of places to eat, drink and be merry are on the Fowey side, it’s Bodinnick that gets the most sunshine. One such place that basks in it is The Old Ferry Inn, just minutes from Daphne du Maurier’s old holiday home, Ferryside. The inn is more than 400 years old and sits high above the car ferry jetty below – which means wonderful views of Ferryside, the river, and Fowey. Sit in the snug, with its Cornish stone walls and slate floor, or on the south-facing terrace outside. Sip a pint of malty Sharp’s Own (brewed in Rock) and order a posh charcuterie board.
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The Old Ferry Inn
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Fowey is on one side of River Fowey, Bodinnick on the other. And although the majority of places to eat, drink and be merry are on the Fowey side, it’s Bodinnick that gets the most sunshine. One such place that basks in it is The Old Ferry Inn, just minutes from Daphne du Maurier’s old holiday home, Ferryside. The inn is more than 400 years old and sits high above the car ferry jetty below – which means wonderful views of Ferryside, the river, and Fowey. Sit in the snug, with its Cornish stone walls and slate floor, or on the south-facing terrace outside. Sip a pint of malty Sharp’s Own (brewed in Rock) and order a posh charcuterie board.
Cornish lad David Gingell and his business partner, Jeremie Cometto (the duo brought Westerns Laundry to London), opened fashionable Fitzroy, a riverside restaurant in the middle of Fowey, in summer 2019. Decked with smooth oak furniture, huge black-framed sash windows and an art deco typeface, Fitzroy is unlike any other Fowey eatery in style. The menu sticks to sophisticated sharing plates, with an emphasis on seasonal seafood. Fill your table with fried sprats, ray wing with chicken butter sauce, raw sea bass with chilli and cucumber, and red napa cabbage with plum and sesame. It’s an open kitchen, so you can watch the chefs at work while sipping a glass of homemade vermouth
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Fitzroy
2 Fore Street
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Cornish lad David Gingell and his business partner, Jeremie Cometto (the duo brought Westerns Laundry to London), opened fashionable Fitzroy, a riverside restaurant in the middle of Fowey, in summer 2019. Decked with smooth oak furniture, huge black-framed sash windows and an art deco typeface, Fitzroy is unlike any other Fowey eatery in style. The menu sticks to sophisticated sharing plates, with an emphasis on seasonal seafood. Fill your table with fried sprats, ray wing with chicken butter sauce, raw sea bass with chilli and cucumber, and red napa cabbage with plum and sesame. It’s an open kitchen, so you can watch the chefs at work while sipping a glass of homemade vermouth
This swish hotel and restaurant is set over three floors and is as close to the waves as you can get. Once a refuge for seamen, the whitewashed Victorian building stands proud on the shoreline, parading its elegant bay windows and an unrivalled sunny terrace. A huge bifold glass door is flung wide open during the summer months, so that it feels like you’re eating in the middle of the estuary. Order a Kittow’s rump steak with all the trimmings and watch yachts sail by
The Old Quay House Hotel
28 Fore St
This swish hotel and restaurant is set over three floors and is as close to the waves as you can get. Once a refuge for seamen, the whitewashed Victorian building stands proud on the shoreline, parading its elegant bay windows and an unrivalled sunny terrace. A huge bifold glass door is flung wide open during the summer months, so that it feels like you’re eating in the middle of the estuary. Order a Kittow’s rump steak with all the trimmings and watch yachts sail by
The Dwelling House, a former Georgian merchant’s house, is a haven of tea and cake. There are 25 varieties of the former to try (Tregothnan loose-leaf only; no bags allowed). Pop in for an afternoon tea of plump, golden-hued scones and generous bowls of clotted cream, presented on three-tiered vintage china stands. For something savoury, try the Cornish Yarg ploughman’s or Cornish rarebit.
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The Dwelling House at Fowey
6 Fore St
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The Dwelling House, a former Georgian merchant’s house, is a haven of tea and cake. There are 25 varieties of the former to try (Tregothnan loose-leaf only; no bags allowed). Pop in for an afternoon tea of plump, golden-hued scones and generous bowls of clotted cream, presented on three-tiered vintage china stands. For something savoury, try the Cornish Yarg ploughman’s or Cornish rarebit.
An imposing Victorian mansion with views of Fowey’s lovely estuary when it was a private residence; the owners like to believe it inspired Toad Hall in his classic The Wind in the Willows. Whether that’s true or not, this is a dreamy, old-fashioned dining experience. Locally sourced ingredients such as sea bass come with delicately inventive additions – aubergine caviar, parmesan gnocchi and a sage and olive beignet – and every dish has a suggested accompaniment from the excellent wine list. Afterdinner drinks are served in a parlour with a roaring fire. Family Friendly
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Fowey Hall Hotel
Hanson Drive
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An imposing Victorian mansion with views of Fowey’s lovely estuary when it was a private residence; the owners like to believe it inspired Toad Hall in his classic The Wind in the Willows. Whether that’s true or not, this is a dreamy, old-fashioned dining experience. Locally sourced ingredients such as sea bass come with delicately inventive additions – aubergine caviar, parmesan gnocchi and a sage and olive beignet – and every dish has a suggested accompaniment from the excellent wine list. Afterdinner drinks are served in a parlour with a roaring fire. Family Friendly
Inside you’ll find comfortable, relaxed surroundings, and a warm friendly atmosphere; a great place to meet for a drink with a glass of wine or a pint or two, a quick lunch time bite, or a long lingering dinner with friends and family. You can enjoy cosy open fires in the winter months, and the summer overlooking stunning views listening to live music in the beer garden.
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The Polgooth Inn
Ricketts Road
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Inside you’ll find comfortable, relaxed surroundings, and a warm friendly atmosphere; a great place to meet for a drink with a glass of wine or a pint or two, a quick lunch time bite, or a long lingering dinner with friends and family. You can enjoy cosy open fires in the winter months, and the summer overlooking stunning views listening to live music in the beer garden.
If you’re looking for a good old fashioned country pub that just happens to be next to one of the best beaches in Cornwall – then you’ve just found it. Serves great pub food and stock real ales.
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The Ship Inn
1 Fore St
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If you’re looking for a good old fashioned country pub that just happens to be next to one of the best beaches in Cornwall – then you’ve just found it. Serves great pub food and stock real ales.
Sam’s On the Beach, a five-minute drive from Fowey on Polkerris beach. A converted RNLI Lifeboat station, the restaurant’s front is made entirely from glass, making the most of sublime views. Outside tables mean diners can swirl their feet through warm sand while they eat hot whole prawns cooked in garlic butter. There’s also a wood-burning stove that churns out charcoal-crusted pizzas.
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Sams On The Beach, Restaurant
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Sam’s On the Beach, a five-minute drive from Fowey on Polkerris beach. A converted RNLI Lifeboat station, the restaurant’s front is made entirely from glass, making the most of sublime views. Outside tables mean diners can swirl their feet through warm sand while they eat hot whole prawns cooked in garlic butter. There’s also a wood-burning stove that churns out charcoal-crusted pizzas.
Locally sourced steak and seafood Steaks & Seafood Restaurant in Charlestown Great location overlooking Charlestown Harbour Steaks and seafood locally sourced from the land and sea. Sunday roasts, Saturday lunch or dinner any night of the week
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The Longstore
Charlestown Harbour
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Locally sourced steak and seafood Steaks & Seafood Restaurant in Charlestown Great location overlooking Charlestown Harbour Steaks and seafood locally sourced from the land and sea. Sunday roasts, Saturday lunch or dinner any night of the week
The Pier House is a charming Inn with guest accommodation situated on Charlestown’s Georgian harbour, famous for its appearance in Poldark and other hit series. The Pier House is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The sea facing Restaurant and Bar are warm and welcoming and there is a sunny terrace - perfect for dining and drinking alfresco. Tempting menus will leave you spoilt for choice with a variety of exciting dishes alongside hearty pub favourites.
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Pier House Hotel
Charlestown Road
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The Pier House is a charming Inn with guest accommodation situated on Charlestown’s Georgian harbour, famous for its appearance in Poldark and other hit series. The Pier House is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The sea facing Restaurant and Bar are warm and welcoming and there is a sunny terrace - perfect for dining and drinking alfresco. Tempting menus will leave you spoilt for choice with a variety of exciting dishes alongside hearty pub favourites.
Wreckers is all about the freshest Seafood and local Foods set in a quirky old Boat House with a crooked roof overlooking Charlestown Harbour Tall Ships where they filmed Poldark and with a stunning Terrace with unrivalled sea views. Just five minutes from St Austell centre you can enjoy a waterside lunch including fresh baked Pasties, our famous Fish and Chips, Dirty Burgers, Moules Frites, Fresh Crab and Cornish Cheeses.
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Wreckers
Charlestown Road
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Wreckers is all about the freshest Seafood and local Foods set in a quirky old Boat House with a crooked roof overlooking Charlestown Harbour Tall Ships where they filmed Poldark and with a stunning Terrace with unrivalled sea views. Just five minutes from St Austell centre you can enjoy a waterside lunch including fresh baked Pasties, our famous Fish and Chips, Dirty Burgers, Moules Frites, Fresh Crab and Cornish Cheeses.
The Rashleigh Arms overlooks the sea and is situated in the pretty fishing village of Charlestown with wonderful views. The Rashleigh Arms is a traditional English pub. The popular restaurant serves fresh fish and local produce. The lively bar serves a world wine list and a selection of local award-winning ales, and hosts regular live music nights. There is also a terrace for al fresco dining.
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Rashleigh Arms
Charlestown Road
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The Rashleigh Arms overlooks the sea and is situated in the pretty fishing village of Charlestown with wonderful views. The Rashleigh Arms is a traditional English pub. The popular restaurant serves fresh fish and local produce. The lively bar serves a world wine list and a selection of local award-winning ales, and hosts regular live music nights. There is also a terrace for al fresco dining.
The boathouse is an independent, bustling restaurant situated in the heart of charlestown - a charming village tucked away in st austell bay. Open wednesday - sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or enjoy a drink or coffee & cake any time of the day. relax indoors or enjoy some cornish sunshine in our garden with beautiful views out to sea.
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The Boathouse Charlestown
Charlestown Road
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The boathouse is an independent, bustling restaurant situated in the heart of charlestown - a charming village tucked away in st austell bay. Open wednesday - sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or enjoy a drink or coffee & cake any time of the day. relax indoors or enjoy some cornish sunshine in our garden with beautiful views out to sea.
A true local’s favourite, the succulent seafood at Salamander’s is definitely one for your Cornish bucket list! With tempting dishes such as their ‘Hot Crab Pot, Smoked Salmon Fritters and buttery Mevagissey scallops’, there’s plenty to choose from. Expect true home cooking, with fantastic local ingredients cooked simply and very well.
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Salamander
4-6 Tregoney Hill
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A true local’s favourite, the succulent seafood at Salamander’s is definitely one for your Cornish bucket list! With tempting dishes such as their ‘Hot Crab Pot, Smoked Salmon Fritters and buttery Mevagissey scallops’, there’s plenty to choose from. Expect true home cooking, with fantastic local ingredients cooked simply and very well.
As part of the St Austell Brewery family, this popular waterfront hangout serves an incredible array of drinks to enjoy whilst taking in the famous Cornish sunsets through the bi-folding doors. Their menu is crammed with mouth-watering fusion dishes including Cornish Crab Mac & Cheese, Slow-braised Lamb Ragu and BBQ Bacon Prawns...
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The Sharksfin
The Quay
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As part of the St Austell Brewery family, this popular waterfront hangout serves an incredible array of drinks to enjoy whilst taking in the famous Cornish sunsets through the bi-folding doors. Their menu is crammed with mouth-watering fusion dishes including Cornish Crab Mac & Cheese, Slow-braised Lamb Ragu and BBQ Bacon Prawns...
Dating back to the 1820’s, this atmospheric, lowceiling harbourside pub has plenty of cosy corners for intimate chats and a sturdy bar to prop up those who are keen to sample the local tipples! The unpretentious menu is filled with good pub-grub, with delicious dishes such as homemade fish pie and hearty Cornish breakfasts to keep you full of energy to take on the local attractions.
The Wheel House
West Wharf
Dating back to the 1820’s, this atmospheric, lowceiling harbourside pub has plenty of cosy corners for intimate chats and a sturdy bar to prop up those who are keen to sample the local tipples! The unpretentious menu is filled with good pub-grub, with delicious dishes such as homemade fish pie and hearty Cornish breakfasts to keep you full of energy to take on the local attractions.
Low ceilings and a warm welcome await in this cosy fisherman’s inn tucked away at the foot of Cliff Street just off the bustling village square in the heart of Mevagissey. Although tiny, The Fountain packs a lot in with two bars on the ground floor and an upstairs dining room. Famous for its fish and chips and other fine pub food as well as its great selection of ales and wines, the Fountain is a must-visit pub for anyone travelling to Mevagissey.
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Harbour Tavern
Jetty Street
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Low ceilings and a warm welcome await in this cosy fisherman’s inn tucked away at the foot of Cliff Street just off the bustling village square in the heart of Mevagissey. Although tiny, The Fountain packs a lot in with two bars on the ground floor and an upstairs dining room. Famous for its fish and chips and other fine pub food as well as its great selection of ales and wines, the Fountain is a must-visit pub for anyone travelling to Mevagissey.
Low ceilings and a warm welcome await in this cosy fisherman’s inn tucked away at the foot of Cliff Street just off the bustling village square in the heart of Mevagissey. Although tiny, The Fountain packs a lot in with two bars on the ground floor and an upstairs dining room. Famous for its fish and chips and other fine pub food as well as its great selection of ales and wines, the Fountain is a must-visit pub for anyone travelling to Mevagissey.
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The Fountain Inn
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Low ceilings and a warm welcome await in this cosy fisherman’s inn tucked away at the foot of Cliff Street just off the bustling village square in the heart of Mevagissey. Although tiny, The Fountain packs a lot in with two bars on the ground floor and an upstairs dining room. Famous for its fish and chips and other fine pub food as well as its great selection of ales and wines, the Fountain is a must-visit pub for anyone travelling to Mevagissey.
A journey to the seaside is never quite complete without a really good portion of fish and chips, especially when the daily harbour haul is so fresh! The Fishermen’s serve up the crispiest fish and fluffiest chips (soaked in salt and vinegar - if you enjoy them that way!), with guaranteed queues out of the door - testament to their incredible reputation! We recommend walking yours down to the pier, sitting on the harbour wall and watching the sun set over the sea...
The Fishermens Chippy
A journey to the seaside is never quite complete without a really good portion of fish and chips, especially when the daily harbour haul is so fresh! The Fishermen’s serve up the crispiest fish and fluffiest chips (soaked in salt and vinegar - if you enjoy them that way!), with guaranteed queues out of the door - testament to their incredible reputation! We recommend walking yours down to the pier, sitting on the harbour wall and watching the sun set over the sea...
Toogood is a great surname for a restaurateur, and Rick and his wife Katie have been doing their best to live up to it when they opened TPOTL in London.. Since they were sourcing their fish from Devon and Cornwall, the Padstow outpost was a logical next step, so now they also have a frequently changing menu there that includes both small plates of local fish pepped up with international influences such as n’duja, Szechuan pepper or Thai basil and whole fish, crab or lobster for the table. They also have an outstanding wine list that ranges from Cornwall to Australia and includes Manzanilla.
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Prawn on the Lawn
11 Duke St
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Toogood is a great surname for a restaurateur, and Rick and his wife Katie have been doing their best to live up to it when they opened TPOTL in London.. Since they were sourcing their fish from Devon and Cornwall, the Padstow outpost was a logical next step, so now they also have a frequently changing menu there that includes both small plates of local fish pepped up with international influences such as n’duja, Szechuan pepper or Thai basil and whole fish, crab or lobster for the table. They also have an outstanding wine list that ranges from Cornwall to Australia and includes Manzanilla.
This was a rundown if historically significant seafront pub when young chef Elliot Thompson and his wife Becca took it on; a refurb and a couple of years of strong cooking later and it’s a good-looking, muchloved fixture with views over the harbour matched by interior touches of turquoise and a few rooms upstairs for anyone who wants to drink with dinner. There are great cocktails and welcome witty touches to the food - gooseberry with the taramasalata, grilled cheese sandwiches with sauerkraut, a salt fish Scotch egg on Mondays – and the duck salt chips are deservedly popular. As for the Sunday roast, it is a carnivore’s cornucopia
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The Star & Garter
52 High St
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This was a rundown if historically significant seafront pub when young chef Elliot Thompson and his wife Becca took it on; a refurb and a couple of years of strong cooking later and it’s a good-looking, muchloved fixture with views over the harbour matched by interior touches of turquoise and a few rooms upstairs for anyone who wants to drink with dinner. There are great cocktails and welcome witty touches to the food - gooseberry with the taramasalata, grilled cheese sandwiches with sauerkraut, a salt fish Scotch egg on Mondays – and the duck salt chips are deservedly popular. As for the Sunday roast, it is a carnivore’s cornucopia
Yes, it’s Rick Stein, super-chef and owner of so many Padstow restaurants, hotels, bars and shops that the place has been nicknamed ‘Padstein’. But let’s not hold that (or the odds of ever finding him in the kitchen) against him. There are dishes from all over the Stein repertoire: Spain, India, Mexico, but also simple options, perfectly executed: shellfish in a delicate olive-oil and mild chilli sauce, John Dory with asparagus and wild garlic in a shellfish reduction
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The Seafood Restaurant
Riverside
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Yes, it’s Rick Stein, super-chef and owner of so many Padstow restaurants, hotels, bars and shops that the place has been nicknamed ‘Padstein’. But let’s not hold that (or the odds of ever finding him in the kitchen) against him. There are dishes from all over the Stein repertoire: Spain, India, Mexico, but also simple options, perfectly executed: shellfish in a delicate olive-oil and mild chilli sauce, John Dory with asparagus and wild garlic in a shellfish reduction
You can just rock up to this eco-hotel for a lovely supper, paired with wine, and then stay elsewhere. But that would be an error: one look at the incredible natural bay visible through the enormous glass windows and your supper will be ruined by the knowledge that you won’t get to wake up to that same view. The interiors, meanwhile, are odd but appealing – the cloth lampshades look like Cleopatra’s redhead wig. But the food is excellent: salt cod brandade, twice-baked cheese soufflé, glazed native beef with horseradish mash and seasonal vegetables – and, of course, lots of local fish.
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Scarlet Hotel
Tredragon Road
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You can just rock up to this eco-hotel for a lovely supper, paired with wine, and then stay elsewhere. But that would be an error: one look at the incredible natural bay visible through the enormous glass windows and your supper will be ruined by the knowledge that you won’t get to wake up to that same view. The interiors, meanwhile, are odd but appealing – the cloth lampshades look like Cleopatra’s redhead wig. But the food is excellent: salt cod brandade, twice-baked cheese soufflé, glazed native beef with horseradish mash and seasonal vegetables – and, of course, lots of local fish.
This is certainly one of the most scenic restaurants in Cornwall, perched on the Atlantic coast a halfhour drive from Padstow. The views of the open waters and the craggy Cornish coastline from the understatedly smart dining room are spectacular. But the seafood tasting menu (which is the only menu here) is even better –combining beautifully fresh fish with unlikely ingredients: you don’t see salt cod paired with cuttlefish, red wine and red pepper very often. And it’s this skill that has won Nathan Outlaw his two Michelin stars. Andalusian coast that’s tearinducingly good with prawns.
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Outlaw's New Road
6 New Rd
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This is certainly one of the most scenic restaurants in Cornwall, perched on the Atlantic coast a halfhour drive from Padstow. The views of the open waters and the craggy Cornish coastline from the understatedly smart dining room are spectacular. But the seafood tasting menu (which is the only menu here) is even better –combining beautifully fresh fish with unlikely ingredients: you don’t see salt cod paired with cuttlefish, red wine and red pepper very often. And it’s this skill that has won Nathan Outlaw his two Michelin stars. Andalusian coast that’s tearinducingly good with prawns.
Local pub serving food
The Western Inn
West Hill
Local pub serving food

Attractions

Trek through the world’s largest indoor rainforest, take in the sights and smells of our Mediterranean Biome, and explore our huge outdoor gardens. At the Eden Project you’ll discover the fascinating relationships between plants and people. There’s a full calendar of family events throughout the year and music festivals in the summer.
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Proyecto Eden
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Trek through the world’s largest indoor rainforest, take in the sights and smells of our Mediterranean Biome, and explore our huge outdoor gardens. At the Eden Project you’ll discover the fascinating relationships between plants and people. There’s a full calendar of family events throughout the year and music festivals in the summer.
Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1, this Sleeping Beauty was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. Today Heligan’s 200 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.
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Los Jardines Perdidos de Heligan
B3273
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Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1, this Sleeping Beauty was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. Today Heligan’s 200 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.
Europe’s largest private collection of shipwreck artefacts with nearly 8,000 artefacts from over 150 shipwrecks located in Charlestown, Cornwall. (A UNESCO World Heritage site)
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Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
Charlestown Road
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Europe’s largest private collection of shipwreck artefacts with nearly 8,000 artefacts from over 150 shipwrecks located in Charlestown, Cornwall. (A UNESCO World Heritage site)
Bodmin and Wenford Railway allows you to discover the nostalgia and excitement of steam travel, with a journey evocative of a 1950s Steam Branch line, on the Bodmin Railway.
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Bodmin General Station
Harleigh Road
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Bodmin and Wenford Railway allows you to discover the nostalgia and excitement of steam travel, with a journey evocative of a 1950s Steam Branch line, on the Bodmin Railway.
Lappa Valley is the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on a exciting and nostalgic steam train ride into a secret world of traditional play and family adventures. Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, explore nature and let off steam in our huge outdoor play areas. Relax and refuel in our fantastic café — and return time and again, at any time of year.
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Lappa Valley
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Lappa Valley is the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on a exciting and nostalgic steam train ride into a secret world of traditional play and family adventures. Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, explore nature and let off steam in our huge outdoor play areas. Relax and refuel in our fantastic café — and return time and again, at any time of year.
Flambards Theme Park, Helston, Cornwall is a mix of rides, indoor attractions and entertainment. From thrill seekers to those who prefer a gentler pace, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Flambards. Take a spin on a rollercoaster, get wet on the log flume or traditional fun on the Carousel and its colourful horses and there’s plenty of rides and play for little ones. Spot life-sized dinosaurs on an adventure in Jurassic journey, visit the Dino-Nursery to see the latest arrivals and join the dino-dig to unearth fossils!
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Parque temático Flambards
Clodgey Lane
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Flambards Theme Park, Helston, Cornwall is a mix of rides, indoor attractions and entertainment. From thrill seekers to those who prefer a gentler pace, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Flambards. Take a spin on a rollercoaster, get wet on the log flume or traditional fun on the Carousel and its colourful horses and there’s plenty of rides and play for little ones. Spot life-sized dinosaurs on an adventure in Jurassic journey, visit the Dino-Nursery to see the latest arrivals and join the dino-dig to unearth fossils!
Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay and see over 40 naturally themed underwater habitats. See the spectacular coral reef housed within a giant ocean display, home to sharks, angel fish, puffer fish, eels and more. Newquay Zoo is one of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions and as a charity your visit will support the vital conservation projects both at the Zoo and around the world, working to save animals from extinction.
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Acuario Blue Reef
Towan Promenade
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Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay and see over 40 naturally themed underwater habitats. See the spectacular coral reef housed within a giant ocean display, home to sharks, angel fish, puffer fish, eels and more. Newquay Zoo is one of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions and as a charity your visit will support the vital conservation projects both at the Zoo and around the world, working to save animals from extinction.
Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay and see over 40 naturally themed underwater habitats. See the spectacular coral reef housed within a giant ocean display, home to sharks, angel fish, puffer fish, eels and more. Newquay Zoo is one of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions and as a charity your visit will support the vital conservation projects both at the Zoo and around the world, working to save animals from extinction.
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Zoológico de Newquay
Trenance Gardens
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Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay and see over 40 naturally themed underwater habitats. See the spectacular coral reef housed within a giant ocean display, home to sharks, angel fish, puffer fish, eels and more. Newquay Zoo is one of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions and as a charity your visit will support the vital conservation projects both at the Zoo and around the world, working to save animals from extinction.
See lots of lovely animals at Dairyland Farm Park Children can enjoy the slides, the nature trail, tractor rides and pony rides, milk the cows, feed the animals and visit the museums. The Bull Pen, a large indoor play centre, offers refuge if it is raining.
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Dairyland Farm World
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See lots of lovely animals at Dairyland Farm Park Children can enjoy the slides, the nature trail, tractor rides and pony rides, milk the cows, feed the animals and visit the museums. The Bull Pen, a large indoor play centre, offers refuge if it is raining.

Sightseeing

Find out more about Cornwall’s China Clay mining industry, explore the Victorian clay works, visit the interactive discovery centre, stroll through the nature trails and woodland walks or give the kids chance to let off steam in acres of historic grounds. You’ll also see Cornwall’s largest working waterwheel and at ‘Pit View’ you’ll see the modern working China Clay pit with giant machines in action.
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Wheal Martyn Clay Works
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Find out more about Cornwall’s China Clay mining industry, explore the Victorian clay works, visit the interactive discovery centre, stroll through the nature trails and woodland walks or give the kids chance to let off steam in acres of historic grounds. You’ll also see Cornwall’s largest working waterwheel and at ‘Pit View’ you’ll see the modern working China Clay pit with giant machines in action.
On a rainy afternoon, then a visit to the town’s brewery is a great way to kill a couple of hours. Founded in 1851 by Walter Hicks, St Austell Brewery now owns over 150 pubs and several hotels across Devon and Cornwall. It also makes some of Cornwall’s most popular beers and sells in excess of 50,000 barrels. This apparently equates to nearly 2 billion pints having been produced since 1851.
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St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre
63 Trevarthian Rd
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On a rainy afternoon, then a visit to the town’s brewery is a great way to kill a couple of hours. Founded in 1851 by Walter Hicks, St Austell Brewery now owns over 150 pubs and several hotels across Devon and Cornwall. It also makes some of Cornwall’s most popular beers and sells in excess of 50,000 barrels. This apparently equates to nearly 2 billion pints having been produced since 1851.

Convenience Shops

Co-op Food - Westhill - St. Austell
West Hill
Closest supermarket
Farm shop - great butchers and farm products
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Los Jardines Perdidos de Heligan
B3273
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Farm shop - great butchers and farm products
Superstore
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Asda St Austell Superstore
Cromwell Road
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Superstore

Takaway

Chinese takaway - close
Riverside
75 West Hill
Chinese takaway - close