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Kynance Cove, The Lizard Peninsular

Days out: The Lizard Peninsular

May 18, 2017

Some of Cornwall’s wildest landscape exists just 20 minutes from Porthleven on the Lizard Peninsular.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Things to do, Walking holiday Cornwall,
Porthleven food festival

Porthleven Food & Music Festival

April 13, 2017

Just one week to go until Porthleven Food & Music Festival and Porthleveners are getting ready! Marquees, bunting, tidying and sprucing up the village, it seems like everyone is involved!  Our office will be open so drop in and say hello.

Food in Cornwall, Food in Porthleven, Porthleven, Porthleven Holiday Cottages, Things to do,
Spring and Easter in Cornwall

7 Gardens to visit this Spring

April 6, 2017

Daffodils and snow drops are in flower and the woods are sprouting green in preparation for bluebell season. The days are getting longer and the sun stronger.

Garden holiday in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven, Things to do,

Dogs love Porthleven

February 16, 2017

Dogs love self-catering holidays too and Porthleven makes the perfect location for them. With dog-friendly beaches, coastal and woodland walks and dog-friendly pubs and restaurants there is plenty to do.

Dog Friendly Holidays, Porthleven,
Easter in Cornwall

Five things to try with family this Easter

February 15, 2017

Easter holidays, for many, mark the start of Spring. Warm early Spring sunshine brightens up Cornwall's beaches and longer days mark the end of Winter.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven Holiday Cottages, Things to do,

Holidays dates for 2017

December 23, 2016

Oh January! The Christmas cheer is over, it’s cold and rather dark and you start thinking about your next holiday. Well, we thought it would be useful to have all the holiday dates at your fingertips.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven,

2017 Events in Porthleven

October 24, 2016

Porthleven has a number of events that happen each year. See our list to help you plan your stay.

Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven,
October Half term in Cornwall

October Half term in Cornwall – what’s on for families

October 21, 2016

Pumpkins and frightful things is what this half term is all about. We are expecting lots of visitors to Cornwall and there is lots to do. Here are our top picks of things to do for families in South West Cornwall.

Autumn in Cornwall, Half term in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven, Things to do,

6 Reasons to take a winter holiday in Cornwall

October 20, 2016

Winter in Cornwall is a treat for the senses. One day could be still and calm, with waves lapping the shore and winter sunshine. The next could whip up an Atlantic storm and have you windswept and heading for the closest pub after a blustery walk.

Christmas in Cornwall, Dog Friendly Holidays, Festivals in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven, Things to do, Winter in Cornwall,
Kynance Cove

Things to do in Cornwall this Autumn

September 22, 2016

Shorter days, beautiful sunsets, a bit of storm watching and quiet beaches - this is just some of what Cornwall offers visitors in Autumn. And while the days are still mild, it is an adventurer's playground.

Autumn in Cornwall, Festivals in Cornwall, Half term in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Things to do,
Porth Curno - Adam Gibbard

Welcome to Cornwall’s Poldark Country!

September 16, 2016

Once again we delve into the dramatic scenes in the life of Ross Poldark and Demelza Poldark in the BBC adaptation of Winston Graham’s Poldark novels.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Porthleven, Things to do,
Porthleven food festival

What’s on: Cornwall April & May 2016

March 30, 2016

Celebrating Cornish identity, food and drink is something Cornwall does really well! Plus with our outdoor lifestyle and beautiful surrounding coastline, there is an abundance of sporting events too.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Festivals in Cornwall, Food in Cornwall, Porthleven, Things to do,
Spring and Easter 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.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Things to do, Tourism,
Porthleven - Credit Geoff Squibb

A weekend guide for a Romantic Valentine’s Getaway

January 27, 2016

Romantic scenery abounds in West Cornwall. Opportunities for long beach walks at low tide, exploring hidden coves, blustery cliff top adventures and finding the perfect cafe with a view of the sea are endless in Cornwall. It is no wonder Cornwall is a favourite destination for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway.

Porthleven, Romantic holidays, Things to do,

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.

Family Holiday in Cornwall, Half term in Cornwall, Holiday in Porthleven, Porthleven, Things to do, Winter in Cornwall,
Porthleven Storm watching

Storm Watchers guide to West Cornwall

January 11, 2016

Stormy seas are a regular and spectacular event in Cornwall in the winter months. We’ve chosen four of the best places to watch the drama unfold in West Cornwall.

Christmas in Cornwall, Porthleven, Things to do,
Porthleven Holiday Cottages Cornwall

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.

Tourism,
Cordelia - Porthleven Holiday Cottages

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.

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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.

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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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