Helen's Guidebook
Food scene
Less than a minute walk from the cottage. For great local produce and one of the finest alcohol selections in Europe.
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Constantine Stores Ltd
30 Fore StLess than a minute walk from the cottage. For great local produce and one of the finest alcohol selections in Europe.
Approx 10-15 minute walk from the Cottage. A great place to relax and have lunch. Events throughout the summer and winter- crafting and arts for adults and children.
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Potager Garden
Approx 10-15 minute walk from the Cottage. A great place to relax and have lunch. Events throughout the summer and winter- crafting and arts for adults and children.
Within a ten minute drive from Rose Cottage. Award winning food and great ale.
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The Trengilly Wartha Inn Ltd
Within a ten minute drive from Rose Cottage. Award winning food and great ale.
Good local produce for home delivery or pop to the shop yourself.
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Bailey’s Country Store
Eastwood RoadGood local produce for home delivery or pop to the shop yourself.
inger Fox Mobile Bar
A beautifully adapted Horse Box Bar that can be found at events through out Cornwall and is available for higher. Rebecca’s Bar stocks all things Cornish and offers top class friendly service to boot
Mawnan Smith Farmers Market
A cracking market stacked with craters, producers, delicacies and much more
St Keverne Market Farmers Market
This market on the edge of the know world is always worth a visit
Constantine Market
Held on the second Saturday of every month at the Church hall in Constantine near Falmouth and very near us Coming soon
The Stable Bar and Restaurant Falmouth
The very excellent stable serves wonderful, pizza, pies and real cider. I must visit when you’re in Falmouth for lunch, dinner or just a cheeky half.
Collect from
The Plume of Feathers Portscactho
You can collect your order free of delivery charge from The Plume of Feathers Porthscatho. Please call on 07518249789 with your order.
Gweal Mellin Cider Co
inger Fox Mobile Bar
A beautifully adapted Horse Box Bar that can be found at events through out Cornwall and is available for higher. Rebecca’s Bar stocks all things Cornish and offers top class friendly service to boot
Mawnan Smith Farmers Market
A cracking market stacked with craters, producers, delicacies and much more
St Keverne Market Farmers Market
This market on the edge of the know world is always worth a visit
Constantine Market
Held on the second Saturday of every month at the Church hall in Constantine near Falmouth and very near us Coming soon
The Stable Bar and Restaurant Falmouth
The very excellent stable serves wonderful, pizza, pies and real cider. I must visit when you’re in Falmouth for lunch, dinner or just a cheeky half.
Collect from
The Plume of Feathers Portscactho
You can collect your order free of delivery charge from The Plume of Feathers Porthscatho. Please call on 07518249789 with your order.
Based in Gweek which is about 10 mins drive. For oysters, clams, muscles, crab, lobster
The Cornish Shellfish Co
Based in Gweek which is about 10 mins drive. For oysters, clams, muscles, crab, lobster
Sea front, beautiful scenery, really good food.
https://ferryboatcornwall.co.uk/
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Ferry Boat Inn
Sea front, beautiful scenery, really good food.
https://ferryboatcornwall.co.uk/
Fresh seafood
Scenic Beach front location
https://www.thecovemaenporth.co.uk/
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The Cove
Fresh seafood
Scenic Beach front location
https://www.thecovemaenporth.co.uk/
A five minute drive from Rose Cottage. On the main Road to Penryn.
Local produce and reasonably priced fire wood
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Argal Farm Shop
A five minute drive from Rose Cottage. On the main Road to Penryn.
Local produce and reasonably priced fire wood
Polgoon is dedicated to producing a range of artisan Cornish wines, ciders and juices on the family-run vineyard and orchard in Penzance, Cornwall. You can visit Polgoon for a tour and tasting throughout the year and our shop is always open. All of our wines, ciders and juices are certified vegan.
https://www.polgoon.com
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Vinícola Polgoon
Rosehill MeadowPolgoon is dedicated to producing a range of artisan Cornish wines, ciders and juices on the family-run vineyard and orchard in Penzance, Cornwall. You can visit Polgoon for a tour and tasting throughout the year and our shop is always open. All of our wines, ciders and juices are certified vegan.
https://www.polgoon.com
A great sea front location, over looking long Rock beach and St Michaels Mount.
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Godolphin Arms
West EndA great sea front location, over looking long Rock beach and St Michaels Mount.
15 minutes from Rose Cottage by car or catch the bus from the village.
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Gylly Beach Cafe
Cliff Road15 minutes from Rose Cottage by car or catch the bus from the village.
Modern bistro situated in St Keverne. Approx 15 mins from Rose Cottage.
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The Greenhouse
6 High StModern bistro situated in St Keverne. Approx 15 mins from Rose Cottage.
Hooked on the rocks
Swanpool RoadBeach side restaurant. Local produce.
Sightseeing
A real gem of the Helford Passage and set in beautiful unspoiled grounds.
For lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, water sports and spa.
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Budock Vean Hotel
A real gem of the Helford Passage and set in beautiful unspoiled grounds.
For lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, water sports and spa.
A must see.
The subtropical gardens of Trebah with its own beach.
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Jardim Trebah
A must see.
The subtropical gardens of Trebah with its own beach.
Glendurgan Garden is a National Trust garden situated above the hamlet of Durgan on the Helford River and near Mawnan Smith, in the civil parish of Mawnan, Cornwall.
With its own beach.
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Jardim Glendurgan
Glendurgan Garden is a National Trust garden situated above the hamlet of Durgan on the Helford River and near Mawnan Smith, in the civil parish of Mawnan, Cornwall.
With its own beach.
Good for winter or summer. Geothermal pool so you can swim at the lido in warm water through the winter. https://youtu.be/R5WoO1myF3c
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Jubilee Pool Penzance
Battery RoadGood for winter or summer. Geothermal pool so you can swim at the lido in warm water through the winter. https://youtu.be/R5WoO1myF3c
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Discovery QuayFor bookings https://nmmc.co.uk/
Ferry de St Mawes
Steps No. 2For tickets
https://www.falriver.co.uk/buy-tickets
you can get out and enjoy the slow river crossing which takes in one of Cornwall’s deepest and most beautiful rivers – the Fal River. The iconic ferry with its glass side, chain viewing windows and touch screen information display is combining state of the art technology with a traditional friendly servic
Tickets
https://www.falriver.co.uk/buy-tickets
Reviews
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g1191032-d188843-Reviews-King_Harry_Ferry-Feock_Truro_District_Cornwall_England.html?m=19905
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Balsa King Harry
2 Ferry Cottages
you can get out and enjoy the slow river crossing which takes in one of Cornwall’s deepest and most beautiful rivers – the Fal River. The iconic ferry with its glass side, chain viewing windows and touch screen information display is combining state of the art technology with a traditional friendly servic
Tickets
https://www.falriver.co.uk/buy-tickets
Reviews
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g1191032-d188843-Reviews-King_Harry_Ferry-Feock_Truro_District_Cornwall_England.html?m=19905
The gently sloping beach has shallow water which is great for children. Situated approximately two miles south-southwest of Falmouth, Maenporth beach faces east across Falmouth Bay with views towards Pendennis Castle and the lighthouse on St Anthony Head.
Please note: Dogs are welcome on this beach except during July and August (10am to 6pm) when a seasonal dog ban is in place. (2020)
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Maenporth
The gently sloping beach has shallow water which is great for children. Situated approximately two miles south-southwest of Falmouth, Maenporth beach faces east across Falmouth Bay with views towards Pendennis Castle and the lighthouse on St Anthony Head.
Please note: Dogs are welcome on this beach except during July and August (10am to 6pm) when a seasonal dog ban is in place. (2020)
The Isles of Scilly are an archipelago off the Cornish coast, in southwest England. The islands are covered in heathland, and fringed by sandy beaches such as Great Bay on St. Martin’s. On Tresco, one of the 5 inhabited islands, Tresco Abbey Garden is home to subtropical plants and also the Valhalla Museum, displaying shipwrecked figureheads. The tower of 17th-century Cromwell’s Castle stands at the north of Tresco.
Travelling to the Isles of Scilly
Helicopter tickets from Penzance heliport
https://penzancehelicopters.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwoc_8BRAcEiwAzJevtYyoBHRHx2j9C8eepGErz1QBnRCqAkB_GT39yv6AKDJGobiB_aR11xoCdDkQAvD_BwE
Ferry tickets from Penzance
https://www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/scillonian-iii/
Plane tickets from Land end Airport
https://www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/lands-end-airport/
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Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly are an archipelago off the Cornish coast, in southwest England. The islands are covered in heathland, and fringed by sandy beaches such as Great Bay on St. Martin’s. On Tresco, one of the 5 inhabited islands, Tresco Abbey Garden is home to subtropical plants and also the Valhalla Museum, displaying shipwrecked figureheads. The tower of 17th-century Cromwell’s Castle stands at the north of Tresco.
Travelling to the Isles of Scilly
Helicopter tickets from Penzance heliport
https://penzancehelicopters.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwoc_8BRAcEiwAzJevtYyoBHRHx2j9C8eepGErz1QBnRCqAkB_GT39yv6AKDJGobiB_aR11xoCdDkQAvD_BwE
Ferry tickets from Penzance
https://www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/scillonian-iii/
Plane tickets from Land end Airport
https://www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/lands-end-airport/
Small beach on Gillan Creek. Good centre for boating and both sail and motor boats can be hired from the shop above the beach
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Saint Anthony-in-Meneage
Small beach on Gillan Creek. Good centre for boating and both sail and motor boats can be hired from the shop above the beach
A day trip for winter or summer to the castle and Long Rock Beach. Have lunch at the Godolphin Arms over looking the sea and the Mount.
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Monte de São Miguel
A day trip for winter or summer to the castle and Long Rock Beach. Have lunch at the Godolphin Arms over looking the sea and the Mount.
Porthcurno
Approximately 1 hour from Rose cottage.
The Minack Theatre
Approximately one hour from Rose Cottage.
Approximately 10 mins from Rose Cottage. Coastal and woodland walks.
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Durgan Beach
Approximately 10 mins from Rose Cottage. Coastal and woodland walks.
Grebe Beach
Approximately 10 mins drive from Rose Cottage.
Helford Passage Beach
South West Coast PathApproximately 10 mins drive from Rose cottage.
Trewardreva Mill
Trewardreva woodland walks and mill
https://thecornishdog.uk/trewardreva-mill
Constantine
Constantine woods. A 10 minute stroll from Rose Cottage.
Family day out
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g3356668-d556942-Reviews-Cornish_Seal_Sanctuary_SEA_LIFE_Trust-Gweek_Helston_Cornwall_England.html?m=19905
https://sealsanctuary.sealifetrust.org/en/
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Santuário de Focas da Cornualha
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g3356668-d556942-Reviews-Cornish_Seal_Sanctuary_SEA_LIFE_Trust-Gweek_Helston_Cornwall_England.html?m=19905
https://sealsanctuary.sealifetrust.org/en/
Walks around an area of outstanding natural beauty
https://www.komoot.com/guide/1693832/hiking-around-constantine
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Helford
Walks around an area of outstanding natural beauty
https://www.komoot.com/guide/1693832/hiking-around-constantine
Flambards Theme Park
Clodgey Lane
Castle Beach Restaurant
Cliff RoadTake a peek at a real, working, organic Cornish Dairy farm...
Visit the farm for FREE and meet the animals, stroll around the meadows, enjoy the tranquility by the ponds and of course, sample Roskilly's award winning ice cream!
Tregellast Barton Farm, St Keverne, Helston TR12 6NX
https://www.roskillys.co.uk
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Roskilly's
Tregellast CloseTake a peek at a real, working, organic Cornish Dairy farm...
Visit the farm for FREE and meet the animals, stroll around the meadows, enjoy the tranquility by the ponds and of course, sample Roskilly's award winning ice cream!
Tregellast Barton Farm, St Keverne, Helston TR12 6NX
https://www.roskillys.co.uk
15 mins from Rose Cottage by car or catch the bus from the village bus stop.
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Praia de Gyllyngvase
15 mins from Rose Cottage by car or catch the bus from the village bus stop.
Approximately 10 mins from Rose Cottage. Sailing lessons for adults and children
https://helfordriversc.co.uk/
Helford River Sailing Club
Approximately 10 mins from Rose Cottage. Sailing lessons for adults and children
https://helfordriversc.co.uk/
City/town information
Whilst Falmouth is one of Cornwall's largest towns it is still easy enough to explore this port town on foot. Situated in a relatively sheltered bay on the south coast of Cornwall, Falmouth is all about the water. The pretty old harbour and docks on one side of town and sandy beaches on the other; a grassy headland complete with Tudor castle separating them. Make no mistake, this is a working port with some pretty big ships many of which are here to take advantage of what is purportedly the third largest natural harbour in the world.
Falmouth is a relatively well off town, something that has been further boosted with the development of the University. This air of prosperity continues along the south coast of the town where grand hotels overlook the beaches with their upmarket beach cafes.
https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/top_ten/falmouth.htm
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Falmouth
Whilst Falmouth is one of Cornwall's largest towns it is still easy enough to explore this port town on foot. Situated in a relatively sheltered bay on the south coast of Cornwall, Falmouth is all about the water. The pretty old harbour and docks on one side of town and sandy beaches on the other; a grassy headland complete with Tudor castle separating them. Make no mistake, this is a working port with some pretty big ships many of which are here to take advantage of what is purportedly the third largest natural harbour in the world.
Falmouth is a relatively well off town, something that has been further boosted with the development of the University. This air of prosperity continues along the south coast of the town where grand hotels overlook the beaches with their upmarket beach cafes.
https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/top_ten/falmouth.htm
Truro, the UK’s most Southerly city is a vibrant centre of shopping, culture and impressive architecture right in the heart of Cornwall.
Centre stage is Truro Cathedral with its impressive gothic towers dominating the skyline. In its shadow, a warren of compact streets are home to an impressive array of independent traders. From boutiques to bookshops and designer interiors to delicatessens, this great little city offers a unique shopping experience. The café culture is pretty impressive too, with hip coffee houses, artisan ice creameries and cocktail bars dotted across the centre.
There is a yearlong festival programme, weekly food markets and several art galleries, cultural events and historical attractions:
https://www.visitcornwall.com/places/truro
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Truro
Truro, the UK’s most Southerly city is a vibrant centre of shopping, culture and impressive architecture right in the heart of Cornwall.
Centre stage is Truro Cathedral with its impressive gothic towers dominating the skyline. In its shadow, a warren of compact streets are home to an impressive array of independent traders. From boutiques to bookshops and designer interiors to delicatessens, this great little city offers a unique shopping experience. The café culture is pretty impressive too, with hip coffee houses, artisan ice creameries and cocktail bars dotted across the centre.
There is a yearlong festival programme, weekly food markets and several art galleries, cultural events and historical attractions:
https://www.visitcornwall.com/places/truro
Penryn, near Falmouth, is one of the oldest market towns in Cornwall. Steeped in history, with a fascinating timeline of architecture, a labyrinth of side roads, woodland to explore, beautiful scenery to take in and a dynamic community of people to meet including a thriving art community. Plus, there are some wonderful cafe’s, bars and shops to enjoy.
Once the main port on the river with a thriving trade in fish, tin and copper, Penryn became overshadowed by the huge growth of Falmouth. Today, Penryn is a quiet town that retains much of its heritage with buildings dating back to Tudor, Jacobean and Georgian times. The town has been designated as an important conservation area. Penryn is also home to University College Falmouth.
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Penryn
Penryn, near Falmouth, is one of the oldest market towns in Cornwall. Steeped in history, with a fascinating timeline of architecture, a labyrinth of side roads, woodland to explore, beautiful scenery to take in and a dynamic community of people to meet including a thriving art community. Plus, there are some wonderful cafe’s, bars and shops to enjoy.
Once the main port on the river with a thriving trade in fish, tin and copper, Penryn became overshadowed by the huge growth of Falmouth. Today, Penryn is a quiet town that retains much of its heritage with buildings dating back to Tudor, Jacobean and Georgian times. The town has been designated as an important conservation area. Penryn is also home to University College Falmouth.
Porthleven is the most southerly working port in the United Kingdom and boasts a picturesque harbour, with some interesting old buildings. The harbour faces south west into the prevailing wind and consequently the harbour construction and sea walls are massive. During winter storms, people visit the town to watch the waves crashing over the sea defences. The harbour once had a fleet of more than 100 drifters used to fish pilchard and mackerel.
Stormy Porthleven
Stormy Porthleven
Porthleven is large enough to cater for visitors whilst retaining the character of an unspoilt fishing village, with its granite harbour and pier and famous clock tower. The area has been inhabited for over 1000 years but the present village started with the construction of the harbour in 1811. It is ideal as a base for a walking holiday as it is situated on the Coastal Path. Many of Cornwall’s attractions and theme parks are within easy reach. The large village has a friendly atmosphere, several good restaurants and a pleasant beach. The village remains unspoilt by progress. It has always been popular with artists and crafts people and there are several shops displaying and selling local work.
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Porthleven
Porthleven is the most southerly working port in the United Kingdom and boasts a picturesque harbour, with some interesting old buildings. The harbour faces south west into the prevailing wind and consequently the harbour construction and sea walls are massive. During winter storms, people visit the town to watch the waves crashing over the sea defences. The harbour once had a fleet of more than 100 drifters used to fish pilchard and mackerel.
Stormy Porthleven
Stormy Porthleven
Porthleven is large enough to cater for visitors whilst retaining the character of an unspoilt fishing village, with its granite harbour and pier and famous clock tower. The area has been inhabited for over 1000 years but the present village started with the construction of the harbour in 1811. It is ideal as a base for a walking holiday as it is situated on the Coastal Path. Many of Cornwall’s attractions and theme parks are within easy reach. The large village has a friendly atmosphere, several good restaurants and a pleasant beach. The village remains unspoilt by progress. It has always been popular with artists and crafts people and there are several shops displaying and selling local work.
Winner of a showcase of national awards including best family holiday destination by Coast magazine and one of the 10 best European beach destinations compiled by TripAdvisor, St Ives is a seemingly subtropical oasis where the beaches are golden, the vegetation is lush and the light piercingly bright.
It’s no wonder then that the town has been attracting artists for decades who come to capture the area’s undeniable natural beauty. It started with J M W Turner and the marine artist Henry Moore who first came to St Ives in the mid-1800s and since then the town has become a magnet for some of the world’s greatest painters, sculptors and ceramists.
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St Ives
Winner of a showcase of national awards including best family holiday destination by Coast magazine and one of the 10 best European beach destinations compiled by TripAdvisor, St Ives is a seemingly subtropical oasis where the beaches are golden, the vegetation is lush and the light piercingly bright.
It’s no wonder then that the town has been attracting artists for decades who come to capture the area’s undeniable natural beauty. It started with J M W Turner and the marine artist Henry Moore who first came to St Ives in the mid-1800s and since then the town has become a magnet for some of the world’s greatest painters, sculptors and ceramists.
Neighbourhoods
The Queens Arms
Fore Street
Constantine social club
18 Trebarvah Road