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Portwrinkle is a tiny seaside village perched above two lovely beaches on the south east Cornish coast, with spectacular views along Whitsand Bay.
Portwrinkle is a tiny seaside village on the south east coast of Cornwall, situated slightly east of Downderry and Looe. Lesser known that its neighbours, holidays in Portwrinkle offer you the traditional seaside getaway but without the summer crowds. Traditionally a fishing village, Portwrinkle has a cutte little harbour, and you can still see the remains of 17th centrury pilchard cellars, although they have now been incorporated into local housing. Smuggling was popular along this stretch of coastline, and the old coastguard boathouse and traditional cottages can still be seen.
The village enjoys spectacular views along Whitsand Bay, and benefits from two main beaches, plus a few more smaller beaches nearby. The largest, sandy beach, Finnygook, is very popular with experienced surfers, and also with families. At low tide plenty of rock pools are revealed, perfect for delving into and discovering an array of fascinating sea life. There is also the fabulous Gook Beach Café, serving a delicious selection of hot and cold food to eat in, dine alfresco, or take away. Finnygook beach is dog-friendly throughout the year, so there's no need for anyone to miss out on the fun.
The nearest shop to Portwrinkle is the Crafthole village Post Office and community store, just half a mile away, where you will also find the excellent Finnygook Inn. For dinner with a difference, make sure to book a table at The View seafood retaurants, perched high on the cliffs about Whitsand Bay. What could be better than indulging in only the freshest seafood (the menu changes daily depending on the catch of the day) whilst taking in spectacular panoramic sea views? Within a few minutes' drive, you will find everything you need in the way of shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants in the neighbouring fishing villages of Looe and Polperro.
Away from the sea, there's plenty to see and do. Head to the pretty village of St Germans and stroll around Port Eliot House and its beautiful riverside gardens, before stopping off for some cold Cornish cider at the Eliot Arms pub. Mount Edgecumbe House and Country Park is a wonderful place to visit, and families will love hiring segways to explore the grounds. From here, you can catch the Cremyll Ferry across to Plymouth with its many shops, restaurants and attractions. Back in Cornwall, for fun and educational, all-weather family days out, both the Monkey Sanctuary near Looe, and the famous Eden Project are well worth a visit. Keen golfers can enjoy a round at Whitsand Bay Golf Club, just a five minute walk away from your front door.
A holiday in Portwrinkle offers a fantastic seaside retreat right next to the beach, with everything else you need to make your holiday memorable within a very short drive.
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Combine a round of golf with stunning views of the south Cornish coast. Whitsand Bay Golf Club has a wonderful 18 hole course set on a cliff top overlooking the sea, where you can spot dolphins playing in the bay and watch the sun set over the waves. Visitors will receive a warm welcome and can make use of the pro shop and clubhouse facilities.
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Went here for a quick drink. Very nice setting and friendly bar man! ????
September 2020
One of the most fascinating, rare and historic places to visit in Cornwall, Port Eliot is a Grade I listed house set in Grade I listed park and gardens. The house is believed to be the oldest continually inhabited dwelling in the UK, habing been lived in for over 1000 years. It's filled with curiosities, interesting architecture and fine art, including 11 staircases, 15 back doors and 82 chimneys! The park and gardens stretch over 100 acres, including a maze, orangery, rhododendron garden, boat house and estuary frontage, with magnificent views of the Brunel viaduct. It's a lovely place to stroll around, with a tea room and a Norman church to visit too.
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A stone’s throw from Plymouth, Liskeard and Looe, Whitsand Bay Surf School Was founded in 2011 and has built a solid reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting and unique surf schools and coasteering providers. In the beautiful Whitsand Bay, you learn how to catch waves and get to your feet on the sand before taking to the water to carve up those waves under the supervision of our Surf Lifeguard trained instructors, or for those who have it all sussed you can simply hire the kit. Courses, family lessons, beginner lessons, kids’ parties, private lessons and hen or stag parties are all available, while coasteering is available for groups of four or more.
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Not perhaps what you might expect to find in Cornwall, The Monkey Sanctuary is a delightful opportunity to learn about its 36 inhabitants, all of whom have distinct characters and personalities. An active rescue centre dealing with individuals that have often not had a very happy start to life, the priority is always their wellbeing, but it’s also an opportunity for guests to meet them and learn about the organization, explore the gardens and cultivated meadows, shop or relax in the café. There’s also a play area for children, with views of the Cornish coast. The sanctuary is closed on Fridays, but otherwise open from March to September (dates vary from year to year, so keep an eye on the website). Prices start at £8.50 per adult and £5 for children, which entitles you to entry for a whole year.
Great place they do a lot of good work for the monkeys! It’s just sad to hear some of the stories of how they were kept!
June 2018
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Rame Head, or the Rame Peninsula as it is also known, is an Area of Outstanding Beauty perfect for exploring on foot. Footpaths criss-cross a rich rural landscape dotted with pretty villages all bordered by the South West Coast Path linking fabulous cliff top walks with pretty tidal creeks and sandy beaches. Bordered by three sides by water, the peninusula is still easily accessed from Plymouth via the Torpoint Car Ferry, the Cremyll Passenger Ferry and in summer, by the Weston Maid or from other areas by bus or car. Highlights include Mount Edgcumbe House, Port Eliot House, St Michaels Chapel ruins and the beaches of Whitsand Bay, Cawsand and Kingsand.
Great views
September 2020
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The Finnygook is set in a superb position, offering stunning views of the Tamar Valley, looking down over miles of sandy beaches. This friendly pub & restaurant serves local Cornish beers and real ales, and a varied menu of homemade food featuring locally caught fish and the finest cuts of locally sourced meats. Four legged friends are also welcomed.
Finnygook Inn, Cliff Road, Crafthole, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 3BQ (T: 01503 230338)
Great service, great food, made us feel very welcome. Would happily go back!
March 2022
Excellent Sunday lunch. Beautiful location. One word of caution, this is a popular pub and very early booking is advisable.
August 2021
Great food and customer service
August 2021
Good food, cheerful staff.
July 2021
Delicious food. Dog friendly. Quite pricey but would recommend.
September 2020
Excellent food & service. Would definitely recommend, especially the prawn, crayfish & lobster cocktail starter - delicious!
August 2020
A friendly, warm and inviting pub. Welcomes dogs. Food was delicious.
January 2020
Friendly staff and excellent food.
October 2017
Great food every visit so good we kept going back boring I know but when food is this good why go anywhere else also very friendly staff and front of house
September 2017
lovely pub, great home cooked food. friendly atmosphere. good choice of ales and dog friendly. Dog even named after the beer tribute.
September 2017
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A lovely, relaxed restaurant with far-reaching country views and a huge terrace where you can dine alfresco. The Little Fox's Aspects Restaurant serves food throughout the day, from coffees and Cornish cream teas to an a la carte menu and wine list to match. The menu is filled with locally sourced food, as well as handgrown produce straight from their own estate.
The Little Fox, Crafthole, Torpoint PL11 3BD (T: 01503 230863)
Very helpful and delivered tasty food
October 2020
A traditional Cornish village pub, the Eliot Arms has a large beer garden where you can enjoy real ales and hearty portions of pub food.
Eliot Arms, St Germans, Saltash PL12 5NR (T: 01503 232733)
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Quality local food on the Cornish coast, opening April 2023. Tapas Bar and Restaurant by the beach offering delicious food, cocktails and dining experience.
Bewshea's By The Beach, Main Road, Downderry, Torpoint PL13 1PT (T: 07495786841)
Lovely tapas meal with excellent customer service.
July 2023
It was pricey but we loved it
June 2023
This is now closed and has been replaced by The Conch which is fabulous!
August 2022
Excellent but drinks can be expensive
June 2021
Although all signs said open .. then on close look small sign said closed. Be good if opening times were made clear !
September 2020
What a great restaurant, everything is home made and local where ever possible. Not the cheapest but great food and really friendly staff. They welcome dogs both inside and out. A wonderful selection of beers and ciders available.
September 2019
Had a lovely lunchtime meal here . Would recommend.
May 2018
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Traditional Cornish village inn perched on a cliff top, with stunning views of Downderry beach and the ocean beyond.
Local cask ales and excellent locally sourced food with an extensive menu, serving breakfasts, light snacks, cream teas, à la carte meals and carveries in the bar, restaurant, conservatory, or outside decked area. There's also an enclosed lawned garden and children's play area to keep the little people happy.
Inn on the Shore, Downderry, Torpoint, Cornwall PL11 3JY (T: 01503 250027)
Lovely food and atmosphere and friendly staff. Dpg friendly and blankets for outside if chilly.
August 2023
Very nice meal in a glorious setting. Felt the waiting staff were young and inexperienced but despite this they were very pleasant and I am sure will improve with time. Prices were what we would expect for eating out these days.
July 2023
Fantastic views from the terrace, very friendly staff.
August 2022
Great pub with wonderful food. The views of the sunset from the deck across the beach are unbeatable. Friendly staff too and dog friendly!
August 2022
Excellent service fair prices the Haddock fish cakes are amazing!!
July 2022
What have they done? Really, really, really expensive food and drink, £10.50 for a glass of wine! It was quiet every time we went for a drink though and could get a table easily. The last few years we have visited Downderry, we would eat and drink there many times but not this year - too pricey, even with the view.
July 2021
Great for sunset drink but very limited expensive menu
June 2021
We visited the Inn on the Shore after a "strenuous" walk from Portwrinkle to Downderry on the South West Coastal path. The pub was a welcome site after the ups and downs of the pathway! Aweseome fish and chips were served along with a well deserved cold beer. At the time we visited, COVID regulations led us to be seated outside, we felt safe in the environment and were well looked after. Its also doggy friendly.
May 2021
Very welcoming. Nice food. Dog friendly
January 2020
Was amazed at the friendliness of the staff and the food was amazing we went in 3 times to eat and eat time the quality was brilliant. Pet friendly also and the addition of entertainment on Christmas Eve was a bonus. Would definitely recommend it and would return next year.
December 2019
Recently refurbished and offering a great option for a spot of lunch or cheeky pint while out walking from Seaton to Downderry. Great outdoor terrace with view over the beach. Nice range of local ales and food also good.
October 2019
Went here for the Sunday lunch, suggest you book as many of the locals also go here for it. Great food and very friendly staff. Not expensive but great food. Enjoyed sitting out on the decking watching the sunsets. Very dog friendly. They even have blankets available if the evening chill is too much. A little known fact is that they will package up most of the menu so you can have it as a take away for either back at your home or on the beach.
September 2019
Fantastic sea views from this place, nice restaurant too.
October 2018
Not been before.
January 2018
A 3 mile stretch of perfect sand located between Rame Head and Portwrinkle, this is possibly one of the best beaches in this part of Cornwall. It is worth noting though that there are dangerous rip currents, and although there is lifeguard cover May-September, swimming here can be dangerous. Access to the beach is via steep cliff paths, unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushcharis from car parks at either end. The easiest access is from the car park near Tregantle Fort leading to Long Sands beach. The other car park is located near Sharrow Point and leads down to Freathy and Tregonhawke Beach. Dog allowed all year round.
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Dog beach for dog walking, more so when tide is out. Not really a batheing beach.
August 2023
It was a good beach for the dogs
June 2023
Brilliant beach, we had a dog so it's great to be able to take him there every day
August 2022
Good beach for rockpooling and walking.
August 2022
Fantastic dog friendly all year round beach. Great access from several locations. Gives everything, crabbing for kids, long walks, great sunsets and quiet even in August.
August 2022
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A spacious, grey sand beach that’s popular with families, Seaton Beach enjoys views across the green, surrounding countryside and walks in Seaton Valley nearby. At low tide the beach stretches all the way from Seaton Beach to Downderry Beach. There are facilities close by and there is are two car parks as well as road parking, but it does get busy quickly in the summer. The beach is great for surfing, but do be wary of undercurrents. There’s also a café and beach shop close by as well. Dogs are welcome at the beach all year round.
Lovely clean beach where we could walk our dog
April 2023
Beautiful beach, safe and accessible for all.
August 2022
lovely beach spent 3 days here whilst staying in Looe, this is a dog friendly beach and used by lots of of locals, well worth a visit
June 2022
Had a wonderfull stay at meadow view, the spaniels Boston and Fynn enjoyed the paddock to run around in every day. The cottage was very clean and everything we needed was there for us. Yvonne and Dave were brilliant hosts, will definitely stay there again. Pat and Stu from Hampshire
October 2019
Great walking option, and dog friendly. Park at Seaton and walk all the way along the beach to Downderry. Nice option of a pub lunch on the way back at the Inn on the Shore.
October 2019
Lovely beach for the dogs & family, such a great place to be when the sun is out & everyone is having fun
September 2019
Great beach dog friendly and no mess everyone respected the fact they could take dogs there
September 2017
Great beach easily accessible and dog friendly
September 2017
Visited Seaton Beach several times during our stay fantastic dog friendly beach with the advantage of having the river as well my dog enjoyed swimming in the sea and the river thoroughly recommend this beach.
June 2017
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With fabulous views across Plymouth Sound, Kingsand beach is a sheltered sand and shingle beach on the Rame Peninsula in East Cornwall, perfect for beachlovers of all ages. In the heart of the traditional fishing village of Kingsand, the beach is backed by narrow streets of fishermans cottages and the famous Kingsand Clocktower as well as several cafes and pubs to choose from. Dogs allowed all year, no lifeguard cover.
Just lively everthing within easy reach including 3 good pubs
October 2023
Fabulous perfect village
August 2023
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Millendreath Beach is a south facing beach at the foot of a wooded valley, in a sheltered cove with soft sand and lots of rock pools to explore at low tide. It’s connected to other nearby beaches by the South West Coast Path. Dogs aren’t allowed on this beach at any time of the year, and there is a reasonably sized car park a few minutes walk away. The beach is popular with families on holiday in Cornwall, and most of the surrounding area is occupied by a holiday park, so there are lot of facilities open to the public.
Fantastic beach with wonderful water sports facilities available, loved the sea kayaks!
July 2022