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8 pubs with great food in South West Cornwall

March 14, 2016

If you like a cosy pub, local produce, or are seeking out a breathtaking view for your next pub meal, South West Cornwall has an eatery to suit you. Many of our local pubs combine a hearty local welcome with fabulous, award winning food. We've done a fair amount of exploring and come up with our best here for you to enjoy on your holiday in Cornwall.

Easter in Cornwall: Things to do

February 29, 2016

With the days getting longer and weather getting warmer, Easter marks the start of Spring in Cornwall. Outdoor activities and Easter egg hunts are plentiful on South West Cornwall coast. If you are coming to Cornwall this Easter, we got a pick of the best events and activities near Porthleven.

Things to do in February half-term near Porthleven, Cornwall

January 20, 2016

It is chilly outside, but February can see some beautiful crisp winter days in Cornwall. If you are visiting our shores this half term, here are some family friendly ideas for things to do.

Quality in Cornwall Accreditation for 2015-2016

May 31, 2014

Porthleven Holiday Cottages is proud to announce that we have had a full inspection of all our properties by the Quality in Cornwall Inspector and we passed with flying colours, fully meeting all of their requirements and often exceeding them.

Holidays: How do they Affect Your Health?

October 16, 2013

There are an abundance of health benefits that arise from kicking off your shoes, breaking your routine and escaping to a sunny getaway location. Often when people return from holiday they are greeted with an immeasurable number of complements about how they seem revitalized…new research highlights that this may not be that far from the truth. Holidays by the sea have particularly been seen to aid in the area of psychological benefits and rejuvenation.

Porthleven: A Brief History

September 20, 2013

For those that plan to visit Porthleven in the future, it might be interesting to touch upon what it was like in the past. The history of Porthleven is a rich one, the Porthleven that we know and love now is very different to what it once was.

Harbour Market 2016

February 15, 2013

The new market season starts on 24th March 2016, with markets on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays weather permitting.

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