Mark Weymouth © 2021
Wheal Martyn Museum
4 miles away The World’s only China Clay Museum is set in 26 acres around two former china clay works. A large collection of objects, machinery, photographs and other archive material is preserved. There is a gallery and facilities, along a gift shop, cafe, play area and children's trail. www.Wheal-Martyn.com
Walking
There is a fantastic range of walking available, with the South West Coast Path (SWCP) at the end of the road, Charlestown just a 1 mile walk along the road, beautiful sea views walks and a choice of traffic-free trials nearby.
St, Mawes
21 miles away A small fishing village nestled at the end of the Roseland peninsula. St Mawes is a lovely place to visit surrounded by the sea and gentle hills. The Beach Club at Hotel Tresanton was named as one of the best 5 bars in the UK, by Conde Nast in July ‘21. www.StMawes.info
Roughtor, Bodmin Moor
25miles Roughtor (or Rough Tor) is Foresty England land with a wealth of natural beauty and stunning views with a manageable and enjoyable 3-4 mile walk. Iron Age remains, Bronze Age hut circles and even a Neolithic tor enclosure provide bonuses for explorers who like to stumble across remnants of history! www.ForestryEngland.uk/Roughtor
Luxulyan Valley & Treffry Aqueduct
6 miles away Luxulyan Valley is a beautiful wooded valley which runs the river Par. Part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage site, early 19th century industrial remains that can be found throughout the area, including the 89 feet (27m) high, 600 ft (200m) long granite Treffry Aqueduct. www.LuxulyanValley.co.uk
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
6 miles away “200 acres of garden history, mystery and romance.” Europe’s largest garden restoration is a dog-friendly attraction centred around its Gardens (Productive Gardens, Pleasure Grounds and Jungle) and Estate (Wildlife, Woodland and Farm). Local fresh produce and home-reared meat is used in hearty seasonal dishes. www.Heligan.com
Golf - Porthpean Golf Club
Porthpean Golf Course is next door A Par 68, 18 hole course - The front nine holes are in a pleasant parkland setting bordering Penrice Woods, with views of rural Cornwall. The returning holes offer magnificent panoramic views of St.Austell Bay. www.PorthpeanGolfClub.co.uk
Cycling
Cycling varies from the National Cycle Routes 2 and 3 which connect St Austell for example to Land’s End (The Cornish Way) or the less demanding trip to nearby Mevagissey (The Penteway Trail). The Camel trail is a traffic-free disused railway line from Bodmin to Padstow but many joining points closer to Padstow.
Charlestown Harbour
Restaurants & Bars - 1 mile away The Unesco listed harbour which featured on Poldark, is home to The Charlestown Shipwreck, Rescue and Heritage Centre and lots of award-winning bars, restaurants, ice-cream sellers and coffee shops.
A selection of local attractions, walks, and places to eat & drink.
Local Attractions
Mark Weymouth © 2021
Wheal Martyn Museum
4 miles away The World’s only China Clay Museum is set in 26 acres around two former china clay works. A large collection of objects, machinery, photographs and other archive material is preserved. There is a gallery and facilities, along a gift shop, cafe, play area and children's trail. www.Wheal-Martyn.com
Walking
There is a fantastic range of walking available, with the South West Coast Path (SWCP) at the end of the road, Charlestown just a 1 mile walk along the road, beautiful sea views walks and a choice of traffic-free trials nearby.
St, Mawes
21 miles away A small fishing village nestled at the end of the Roseland peninsula. St Mawes is a lovely place to visit surrounded by the sea and gentle hills. The Beach Club at Hotel Tresanton was named as one of the best 5 bars in the UK, by Conde Nast in July ‘21. www.StMawes.info
Roughtor, Bodmin Moor
25miles Roughtor (or Rough Tor) is Foresty England land with a wealth of natural beauty and stunning views with a manageable and enjoyable 3-4 mile walk. Iron Age remains, Bronze Age hut circles and even a Neolithic tor enclosure provide bonuses for explorers who like to stumble across remnants of history! www.ForestryEngland.uk/Roughtor
Luxulyan Valley & Treffry Aqueduct
6 miles away Luxulyan Valley is a beautiful wooded valley which runs the river Par. Part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage site, early 19th century industrial remains that can be found throughout the area, including the 89 feet (27m) high, 600 ft (200m) long granite Treffry Aqueduct. www.LuxulyanValley.co.uk
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
6 miles away “200 acres of garden history, mystery and romance.” Europe’s largest garden restoration is a dog-friendly attraction centred around its Gardens (Productive Gardens, Pleasure Grounds and Jungle) and Estate (Wildlife, Woodland and Farm). Local fresh produce and home-reared meat is used in hearty seasonal dishes. www.heligan.com
Golf - Porthpean Golf Club
Porthpean Golf Course is next door A Par 68, 18 hole course - The front nine holes are in a pleasant parkland setting bordering Penrice Woods, with views of rural Cornwall. The returning holes offer magnificent panoramic views of St.Austell Bay. www.PorthpeanGolfClub.co.uk
Cycling
Cycling varies from the National Cycle Routes 2 and 3 which connect St Austell for example to Land’s End (The Cornish Way) or the less demanding trip to nearby Mevagissey (The Penteway Trail). The Camel trail is a traffic-free disused railway line from Bodmin to Padstow but many joining points closer to Padstow.
Charlestown Harbour
Restaurants & Bars - 1 mile away The Unesco listed harbour which featured on Poldark, is home to The Charlestown Shipwreck, Rescue and Heritage Centre and lots of award-winning bars, restaurants, ice-cream sellers and coffee shops.
A selection of local attractions,
walks, and places to eat & drink.
Attractions
