A charming old inn sitting on the banks of the river Fowey. Enjoy stunning views across the water from the terrace. Traditional pub grub is served daily and locally sourced wherever possible. A choice of cask ales are available and there's a beer festival on both the May and August bank holiday weekends.
The picture perfect harbour village of Polperro nestles in a sheltered valley on the south coast of Cornwall between its more famous neighbours Looe and Fowey. Dating back to the 13th century you can feel the history of the village all around you. This is a true Cornish hidden gem.
Find The Blue Peter Inn at the end of the quay at the fishing village of Polperro - the last pub before France'. Expect a warm welcome, a toasty fire and, quite possibly, a bit of live music thrown in.
A centrally located pub with relaxing lounge bar and modern, open plan restaurant. Food is served from 12 noon to 9pm daily using locally sourced produce and guests are welcome to use the patio and gardens during the summer.
iwalkcornwall.co.uk have some great walks in the area and this one, starting with a bus ride from Charlestown to the fishing port of Mevagissey offers a lovely scenic seven and a half mile coastal trek. Take a look at their website for further details and other walks in the area.
This pub is centrally located in the village and offers real ales alongside wines, spirits and vintage ports. Food is locally sourced and served in either the bar, restaurant or garden. Dogs are welcome.
One of the oldest pubs in Cornwall, The Crown Inn offers fantastic locally sourced food. With meat from the local butchers at Kilhallon and from top Cornish meat wholesaler Robert Trevarthen, fish landed in Looe and shellfish from Fowey Fish, plus local game when in season, there is plenty to delight on this menu.
Great for nature-lovers, Porthpean beach's cliffs are home to nesting birds up high and rockpools down low. A short walk from the car park on a relatively steep incline, the beach is also a pleasant walk away from Charlestown along the beautiful South West Coast Path.
With a lounge bar, separate restaurant, large play area and oodles of outside seating, The Britannia Inn is the ideal place to go for lunch, dinner and everyting in between.
It hardly needs any introduction…This global garden with its iconic Biomes is home to millions of plants and flowers reflecting the diversity of our planet. Marvel at the largest greenhouse in the world, see internationally-acclaimed architecture and art inspired by nature, or go to a gig at the renowned Eden Sessions. Children can learn about humans' complex relationship with nature in The Core interactive education centre or go free-range and explore trails, hideaways and sandpits. A wide range of cafes and restaurants provide delicious, responsibly-resourced refuelling stops and the shop is crammed full of interesting gift and souvenir ideas. An organic project that just keeps on growing, a visit to The Eden Project is an awe-inspiring experience. You can also have a go on the new zip wire, reported to be the longest in England - go on, you know you want to!!
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7 June 2026
A charming old inn sitting on the banks of the river Fowey. Enjoy stunning views across the water from the terrace. Traditional pub grub is served daily and locally sourced wherever possible. A choice of cask ales are available and there's a beer festival on both the May and August bank holiday weekends.
18 May 2026
The picture perfect harbour village of Polperro nestles in a sheltered valley on the south coast of Cornwall between its more famous neighbours Looe and Fowey. Dating back to the 13th century you can feel the history of the village all around you. This is a true Cornish hidden gem.
18 May 2026
Find The Blue Peter Inn at the end of the quay at the fishing village of Polperro - the last pub before France'. Expect a warm welcome, a toasty fire and, quite possibly, a bit of live music thrown in.
15 April 2026
A centrally located pub with relaxing lounge bar and modern, open plan restaurant. Food is served from 12 noon to 9pm daily using locally sourced produce and guests are welcome to use the patio and gardens during the summer.
15 April 2026
iwalkcornwall.co.uk have some great walks in the area and this one, starting with a bus ride from Charlestown to the fishing port of Mevagissey offers a lovely scenic seven and a half mile coastal trek. Take a look at their website for further details and other walks in the area.
11 July 2025
This pub is centrally located in the village and offers real ales alongside wines, spirits and vintage ports. Food is locally sourced and served in either the bar, restaurant or garden. Dogs are welcome.
15 June 2025
One of the oldest pubs in Cornwall, The Crown Inn offers fantastic locally sourced food. With meat from the local butchers at Kilhallon and from top Cornish meat wholesaler Robert Trevarthen, fish landed in Looe and shellfish from Fowey Fish, plus local game when in season, there is plenty to delight on this menu.
24 May 2025
Great for nature-lovers, Porthpean beach's cliffs are home to nesting birds up high and rockpools down low. A short walk from the car park on a relatively steep incline, the beach is also a pleasant walk away from Charlestown along the beautiful South West Coast Path.
7 October 2024
With a lounge bar, separate restaurant, large play area and oodles of outside seating, The Britannia Inn is the ideal place to go for lunch, dinner and everyting in between.
22 July 2024
It hardly needs any introduction…This global garden with its iconic Biomes is home to millions of plants and flowers reflecting the diversity of our planet. Marvel at the largest greenhouse in the world, see internationally-acclaimed architecture and art inspired by nature, or go to a gig at the renowned Eden Sessions. Children can learn about humans' complex relationship with nature in The Core interactive education centre or go free-range and explore trails, hideaways and sandpits. A wide range of cafes and restaurants provide delicious, responsibly-resourced refuelling stops and the shop is crammed full of interesting gift and souvenir ideas. An organic project that just keeps on growing, a visit to The Eden Project is an awe-inspiring experience. You can also have a go on the new zip wire, reported to be the longest in England - go on, you know you want to!!