John & Penny's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Eden Project
Fascinating place. Lots to see and do for all the family.
A most moving story of how the men who created these wonderful gardens were lost, like the gardens. And then, one day, someone rediscovered the lost gardens and was able to tell the story of the men.
594 locals recommend
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
B3273A most moving story of how the men who created these wonderful gardens were lost, like the gardens. And then, one day, someone rediscovered the lost gardens and was able to tell the story of the men.
Lovely, riverside town with places to eat and drink. Narrow streets to walk along and quaint shops to visit. Watch the activity on the river from a bar or restaurant; magic!
61 locals recommend
Fowey Harbour Hotel
EsplanadeLovely, riverside town with places to eat and drink. Narrow streets to walk along and quaint shops to visit. Watch the activity on the river from a bar or restaurant; magic!
Looe sits on two sides of the Looe River (East & West) full of hustle and bustle; a colourful place. An active, fishing fishing port with lots to see and do. There is also a beach to the south of East Looe. Enjoy a tea and a scone, remember, don’t anger the locals; it’s jam first and cream second in Cornwall :-)
209 locals recommend
Looe
Looe sits on two sides of the Looe River (East & West) full of hustle and bustle; a colourful place. An active, fishing fishing port with lots to see and do. There is also a beach to the south of East Looe. Enjoy a tea and a scone, remember, don’t anger the locals; it’s jam first and cream second in Cornwall :-)
Park at the top of this fishing village and either wend your way down or take the little, electric trams that run regularly from the car park into the centre. Then make your way towards the sea and on dow narrowing streets to the front. There is a beach at low tide, but even better there is the very popular Blue Peter pub up some narrow steps. Great food and full of atmosphere.
139 locals recommend
Polperro
Park at the top of this fishing village and either wend your way down or take the little, electric trams that run regularly from the car park into the centre. Then make your way towards the sea and on dow narrowing streets to the front. There is a beach at low tide, but even better there is the very popular Blue Peter pub up some narrow steps. Great food and full of atmosphere.
On a beautiful day, St Ives has a most beautiful light which makes the harbour look iridescent. Wonderful for food and drink along the front!
610 locals recommend
St Ives
On a beautiful day, St Ives has a most beautiful light which makes the harbour look iridescent. Wonderful for food and drink along the front!
The stuff of legends! Another fantastic day out. Go and see where the legend of King Arthur haunts. This is indeed a magical place!
138 locals recommend
Tintagel
The stuff of legends! Another fantastic day out. Go and see where the legend of King Arthur haunts. This is indeed a magical place!
Are you a Poldark fan? Well this is a chance to walk in his footsteps and those of Demelza!
228 locals recommend
Charlestown
Are you a Poldark fan? Well this is a chance to walk in his footsteps and those of Demelza!
A walk on the wild side! Stunning scenery on long walks amongst outstanding natural beauty.
150 locals recommend
Bodmin Moor
A walk on the wild side! Stunning scenery on long walks amongst outstanding natural beauty.
A famous starting or finishing line for heading to or from John O’Groats! On a beautiful day a stunning view point but other than that we found it quite disappointing and very commercialised.
249 locals recommend
Land's End Landmark Attraction
Land's EndA famous starting or finishing line for heading to or from John O’Groats! On a beautiful day a stunning view point but other than that we found it quite disappointing and very commercialised.
Close to us, this is a vast local estate. Bring your National Trust membership.
97 locals recommend
National Trust - Lanhydrock
B3268Close to us, this is a vast local estate. Bring your National Trust membership.
Carnglaze Caverns
St NeotA great place to go for a walk with the family and dogs! There is a lovely cottage cafe ‘Woods Cafe’ serving organic meals, snacks, etc.
131 locals recommend
Cardinham Woods
A great place to go for a walk with the family and dogs! There is a lovely cottage cafe ‘Woods Cafe’ serving organic meals, snacks, etc.
Luxulyan
A wonderful walk through historic mining country.
Restormel Castle
Restormel RoadLanhydrock House and Garden
Treffry LaneFood scene
Infamous for its history and Daphne du Maurier’s novel, great food served in a building that just oozes atmosphere!
50 locals recommend
Jamaica Inn
Infamous for its history and Daphne du Maurier’s novel, great food served in a building that just oozes atmosphere!
Looking for a special place to have a meal? Then The Longstore in Charlestown would be the perfect location. We have always enjoyed eating here. The staff are always helpful and the food delicious. Book well in advance to avoid disappointment!
71 locals recommend
The Longstore
Charlestown HarbourLooking for a special place to have a meal? Then The Longstore in Charlestown would be the perfect location. We have always enjoyed eating here. The staff are always helpful and the food delicious. Book well in advance to avoid disappointment!
Talland Bay Hotel
Cream tea on the lawn is outstanding!
This little cafe is situated in the car park to Talland Bay beach! A super place to have a lovely cuppa and a generous cream tea!
35 locals recommend
Talland Bay Beach Cafe
Bridals LaneThis little cafe is situated in the car park to Talland Bay beach! A super place to have a lovely cuppa and a generous cream tea!
Inkie's Smokehouse
Small, family run Thai Restaurant. Great service and delicious food. The kitchen is run by the amazing Mrs Thongduan Flanakin. She provides authentic cuisine and is a delightful lady.
14 locals recommend
Ocean & Earth Thai Restaurant
Higher Market StreetSmall, family run Thai Restaurant. Great service and delicious food. The kitchen is run by the amazing Mrs Thongduan Flanakin. She provides authentic cuisine and is a delightful lady.
Theater
On a beautiful evening this is a superb open air place to watch a theatre production. I saw Clochemerle, an amusing play, beautifully performed. Book early to avoid disappointment.
180 locals recommend
The Minack Theatre
On a beautiful evening this is a superb open air place to watch a theatre production. I saw Clochemerle, an amusing play, beautifully performed. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Thrilling
Adrenalin Quarry
Lower Clicker RoadWhite knuckle ride! Fun for those thrill seekers!
Kartworld
Lower Clicker RoadDriving ambition? This is the place for the next Lewis Hamilton!
Beach
You’ll love the broad sands. If you’re a surfer, this ones for you!
Worth the walk downhill from the car park. There is a lovely beach and a visit to The Rashleigh Arms or Sams Pizzeria is a must.
28 locals recommend
Polkerris
Worth the walk downhill from the car park. There is a lovely beach and a visit to The Rashleigh Arms or Sams Pizzeria is a must.
Surfs up! This is on the north coast and will tickle your surfing bug!
30 locals recommend
Watergate Bay
Watergate BaySurfs up! This is on the north coast and will tickle your surfing bug!
Beautiful spot to relax
Free parking in the middle of Lerryn overlooking the River Lerryn which meanders towards the River Fowey. This is supposed to be one of the places that Kenneth Grahame took inspiration from for his famous book 'Wind in the Willows'. There is a small shop just as you turn into the parking and just above that is The Ship Inn, a pub serving good honest pub grub. There are stepping stones across the river and a lovely bridge. The adventurous visitor might like to try to cross using the stepping stones! There are wooden benches on the grass next to the car park which, on a beautiful day, is a lovely place to sit and watch the tide come in .. sometimes spilling over and into the car park. Care where you park your car should be taken, especially on Spring tides, unless you are wearing your wellies!
28 locals recommend
Lerryn
Free parking in the middle of Lerryn overlooking the River Lerryn which meanders towards the River Fowey. This is supposed to be one of the places that Kenneth Grahame took inspiration from for his famous book 'Wind in the Willows'. There is a small shop just as you turn into the parking and just above that is The Ship Inn, a pub serving good honest pub grub. There are stepping stones across the river and a lovely bridge. The adventurous visitor might like to try to cross using the stepping stones! There are wooden benches on the grass next to the car park which, on a beautiful day, is a lovely place to sit and watch the tide come in .. sometimes spilling over and into the car park. Care where you park your car should be taken, especially on Spring tides, unless you are wearing your wellies!