The Finnygook Inn
20 August 2026
Having re-opened in November 2019, this little pub is now thriving and enjoying a new start. Open daily, call in for drinks and food with regular events and quiz nights. Dogs are welcome.
Things to do near Portwrinkle
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The Finnygook Inn
Having re-opened in November 2019, this little pub is now thriving and enjoying a new start. Open daily, call in for drinks and food with regular events and quiz nights. Dogs are welcome.
2
The Smugglers Inn Seaton
A traditional village pub with relaxing interior and large covered patio for al fresco dining. Children and dogs are welcome and you can even order a takeaway to enjoy in your self-catering cottage.
3
Portwrinkle to Downderry
A fairly strenuous walk along the coastal path with an option of a low tide meander along Downderry beach. iwalkcornwall give further details about this walk on their website and also lots of others.
4
Bewshea's by the Beach
Call in for fresh Tapas, sharing plates, cocktails and fine wines. Family and dog friendly, Bewshea's is open daily.
5
Downderry
Downderry is a coastal village with a shingle and sand beach, great for rock pooling and with a small slip road for boat launching. The village centre is a short stroll away with shops, a cafe and limited parking.
6
Eliot Arms
A friendly pub located in the centre of the pretty village of St Germans. Food is locally sourced and a sun-trap garden is the perfect place for al fresco dining in summer.
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Portwrinkle
Around the Rame Peninsula from Plymouth is the cleanest bay of water you can find, bordered by a Site of Special Scientific Interest and many a view-filled walk to busy yourself with. The village itself is a collection of converted pilchard cellars dating back from pilchard-selling days, giving an insight into olde worlde Cornwall living.
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Saltash Creek and River
This walk in Cornwall Life follows creeks and riversides along footpaths, tracks and quiet lanes. There's several points of interest including the railway viaduct and 15th century cross at Trehan. Take a look at the website for further details.
9
Seaton Valley Countryside Park
Here you'll find a local nature reserve of 53 hectares where you can spot wildlife including kingfishers, otters and dormice. A circular walk of around 2 miles will take you through the park, along the river side and along Seaton beach. Parking is available and an outside gym, play area and sensory garden.
10
Sheviock to Portwinkle Circular (with an extra bit)
A lovely circular walk which will take three hours to complete following road, lanes and footpaths. The route passes streams, conservation areas and a fishing lake. Take a look at the iwalkcornwall website for a detailed route.
Things to do near Portwrinkle
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The Smugglers Inn Seaton
2 October 2023
A traditional village pub with relaxing interior and large covered patio for al fresco dining. Children and dogs are welcome and you can even order a takeaway to enjoy in your self-catering cottage.
Portwrinkle to Downderry
8 August 2022
A fairly strenuous walk along the coastal path with an option of a low tide meander along Downderry beach. iwalkcornwall give further details about this walk on their website and also lots of others.
Bewshea's by the Beach
Call in for fresh Tapas, sharing plates, cocktails and fine wines. Family and dog friendly, Bewshea's is open daily.
Downderry
Downderry is a coastal village with a shingle and sand beach, great for rock pooling and with a small slip road for boat launching. The village centre is a short stroll away with shops, a cafe and limited parking.
Eliot Arms
A friendly pub located in the centre of the pretty village of St Germans. Food is locally sourced and a sun-trap garden is the perfect place for al fresco dining in summer.
Portwrinkle
Around the Rame Peninsula from Plymouth is the cleanest bay of water you can find, bordered by a Site of Special Scientific Interest and many a view-filled walk to busy yourself with. The village itself is a collection of converted pilchard cellars dating back from pilchard-selling days, giving an insight into olde worlde Cornwall living.
Saltash Creek and River
This walk in Cornwall Life follows creeks and riversides along footpaths, tracks and quiet lanes. There's several points of interest including the railway viaduct and 15th century cross at Trehan. Take a look at the website for further details.
Seaton Valley Countryside Park
Here you'll find a local nature reserve of 53 hectares where you can spot wildlife including kingfishers, otters and dormice. A circular walk of around 2 miles will take you through the park, along the river side and along Seaton beach. Parking is available and an outside gym, play area and sensory garden.
Sheviock to Portwinkle Circular (with an extra bit)
A lovely circular walk which will take three hours to complete following road, lanes and footpaths. The route passes streams, conservation areas and a fishing lake. Take a look at the iwalkcornwall website for a detailed route.