Walks From Porthtowan
There are some fantastic walks from Porthtowan particularly along the coastal footpath on either side of the village. Heading West the next village and beach is Portreath. This is just over 4 miles walk and takes about one and half hours. Heading East the first place you will reach is Chapel Porth. This is just over a mile and takes about half an hour. There's a cafe at Chapel Porth that is usually open in the summer until 5pm. A further 3 mile walk east from Chapel Porth is Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes where there is a beach and a pub.
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Porthtowan
There are some fantastic walks from Porthtowan particularly along the coastal footpath on either side of the village. Heading West the next village and beach is Portreath. This is just over 4 miles walk and takes about one and half hours. Heading East the first place you will reach is Chapel Porth. This is just over a mile and takes about half an hour. There's a cafe at Chapel Porth that is usually open in the summer until 5pm. A further 3 mile walk east from Chapel Porth is Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes where there is a beach and a pub.
Shopping
https://www.visittruro.org.uk/ Truro is the only city in Cornwall and a visit to the central shopping area and the Cathedral is highly recommended. There are numerous restaurants and bars to cater for all tastes.
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Truro
https://www.visittruro.org.uk/ Truro is the only city in Cornwall and a visit to the central shopping area and the Cathedral is highly recommended. There are numerous restaurants and bars to cater for all tastes.
Sightseeing
https://www.stives-cornwall.co.uk/ The older part of St Ives has a large choice of individual shops and eateries to suit all tastes. The art colony in St Ives is world-famous and the quirky stylised brightly coloured seafront paintings are delightful. A good way to visit and avoid parking horror is via the train that runs from St Erth on the A30. The branch line runs alongside St Ives Bay and the views from the train are magnificent.
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St Ives
https://www.stives-cornwall.co.uk/ The older part of St Ives has a large choice of individual shops and eateries to suit all tastes. The art colony in St Ives is world-famous and the quirky stylised brightly coloured seafront paintings are delightful. A good way to visit and avoid parking horror is via the train that runs from St Erth on the A30. The branch line runs alongside St Ives Bay and the views from the train are magnificent.
https://www.stmichaelsmount.co.uk/ Step into a world of whispers and hearsay. The Mount has inspired storytellers through the ages – sharing tales of magic, myth and mystery. Giants, mermaids, miracles and more have all left their imprint. All you have to do is set foot on the island, look and listen. Who knows what you’ll discover?
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Monte de San Miguel
https://www.stmichaelsmount.co.uk/ Step into a world of whispers and hearsay. The Mount has inspired storytellers through the ages – sharing tales of magic, myth and mystery. Giants, mermaids, miracles and more have all left their imprint. All you have to do is set foot on the island, look and listen. Who knows what you’ll discover?
Heartlands is a FREE visitor attraction and World Heritage Site Gateway in Cornwall. Nestled just off the A30 in Pool, near Redruth in the former mining heart of Cornwall, there are 19 acres of eclectic fun to explore.
State-of-the-art exhibitions, climb-on sculptures, gardens of real diversity, a giant adventure playscape for kids, art and craft studios and a unique café in the old carpenter’s workshop.
With swathes of green outdoor space for warm, sunny days and ever-curious indoor space when it’s wet, Heartlands is all-year round, all-weather entertainment for anyone and everyone. Go see, go play, go explore.
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Heartlands Free Exhibition
31 Trevenson RdHeartlands is a FREE visitor attraction and World Heritage Site Gateway in Cornwall. Nestled just off the A30 in Pool, near Redruth in the former mining heart of Cornwall, there are 19 acres of eclectic fun to explore.
State-of-the-art exhibitions, climb-on sculptures, gardens of real diversity, a giant adventure playscape for kids, art and craft studios and a unique café in the old carpenter’s workshop.
With swathes of green outdoor space for warm, sunny days and ever-curious indoor space when it’s wet, Heartlands is all-year round, all-weather entertainment for anyone and everyone. Go see, go play, go explore.
Cycling
https://www.cameltrailcyclehire.co.uk/ Camel Trail is a flat ex-railway trail that runs from Padstow through Wadebridge and then to Bodmin and beyond. In all its, about 15 miles long and is entirely traffic-free and safe for children. Bikes can be hired in Padstow and Wadebridge.
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Camel Trail Cycle Hire
Eddystone Roadhttps://www.cameltrailcyclehire.co.uk/ Camel Trail is a flat ex-railway trail that runs from Padstow through Wadebridge and then to Bodmin and beyond. In all its, about 15 miles long and is entirely traffic-free and safe for children. Bikes can be hired in Padstow and Wadebridge.
River Boats
https://www.falriver.co.uk/ For some great boat trips on the Truro and Fal River. Boats run from Truro, St Mawes and Falmouth.
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River Fal
https://www.falriver.co.uk/ For some great boat trips on the Truro and Fal River. Boats run from Truro, St Mawes and Falmouth.
Eden Project
https://www.edenproject.com/ The Eden Project, is nestled in a huge crater. Here, massive Biomes housing the largest rainforest in captivity, stunning plants, exhibitions and stories serve as a backdrop to the striking contemporary gardens, summer concerts and exciting year-round family events.
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Proyecto Eden
https://www.edenproject.com/ The Eden Project, is nestled in a huge crater. Here, massive Biomes housing the largest rainforest in captivity, stunning plants, exhibitions and stories serve as a backdrop to the striking contemporary gardens, summer concerts and exciting year-round family events.