Philippa’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Kynance Cove is the nearest and most spectacular beach. Go right on the main road, towards The Lizard about 1.5 miles. Turn right at the signpost and follow the narrow road to the National Trust car park.
Check tide times as the beach disappears when the tide comes in and the far beach gets cut off quite quickly. There is a café above the beach.
It is possible to walk across the downs from the chalet site to Kynance Cove. The gate to the left of the private house leads to the bird sanctuary and on to the downs.
223 locals recommend
Kynance Cove
Kynance Cove is the nearest and most spectacular beach. Go right on the main road, towards The Lizard about 1.5 miles. Turn right at the signpost and follow the narrow road to the National Trust car park.
Check tide times as the beach disappears when the tide comes in and the far beach gets cut off quite quickly. There is a café above the beach.
It is possible to walk across the downs from the chalet site to Kynance Cove. The gate to the left of the private house leads to the bird sanctuary and on to the downs.
Kennack Sands is another spectacular beach and good for body boarding. There are several cafes, toilets, car park and cliff walks. Go right on the main road, then left soon after (signposted). There are two beaches and the far beach allows dogs. It gets cut off as the tide comes in, but it is easy to walk back on the cliff path.
21 locals recommend
Kennack Sands
Kennack Sands is another spectacular beach and good for body boarding. There are several cafes, toilets, car park and cliff walks. Go right on the main road, then left soon after (signposted). There are two beaches and the far beach allows dogs. It gets cut off as the tide comes in, but it is easy to walk back on the cliff path.
The nature reserve is behind the chalet site. Go through the wooden gate to the left of the private house on to the board walk. This will lead you straight on to the heathland with its walks, pools and a footpath across the downs to Kynance Cove and cliff walks.
North Predannack Downs
Unnamed RoadThe nature reserve is behind the chalet site. Go through the wooden gate to the left of the private house on to the board walk. This will lead you straight on to the heathland with its walks, pools and a footpath across the downs to Kynance Cove and cliff walks.
Lovely fishing village with cliff walks, fish BBQ in the summer and boat trips. The Cadgwith Pub serves good food and beers.
25 locals recommend
Cadgwith
Lovely fishing village with cliff walks, fish BBQ in the summer and boat trips. The Cadgwith Pub serves good food and beers.
A lovely day out whatever your age. Pick up half price offers from local shops before you go.
187 locals recommend
Cornish Seal Sanctuary
A lovely day out whatever your age. Pick up half price offers from local shops before you go.
Watch chocolate being made and plenty to buy. The Coffee shop offers a range of home made refreshments. The craft centre offers a range of shops offering local made products.
The Chocolate Factory and Craft Centre
Predannack RoadWatch chocolate being made and plenty to buy. The Coffee shop offers a range of home made refreshments. The craft centre offers a range of shops offering local made products.
One of Cornwall's largest towns. Harbour, docks, beaches, castle, shops, food, walks, boat trips, museums, festivals. A lovely place to spend a day.
303 locals recommend
Falmouth
One of Cornwall's largest towns. Harbour, docks, beaches, castle, shops, food, walks, boat trips, museums, festivals. A lovely place to spend a day.
Where to shop and get provisions.
There are several shops at The Lizard, including a General Store, a Post Office (where you can withdraw cash), a Deli and Ann’s Pasties. Get pasties before 1pm or phone up to order in advance.
Both Ruan Minor and Mullion have well stocked general stores. There is a chemist in Mullion.
There is a large Tesco and Sainsbury on the outskirts of Helston and Helston is a thriving town with a range of shops.
71 locals recommend
Lizard
There are several shops at The Lizard, including a General Store, a Post Office (where you can withdraw cash), a Deli and Ann’s Pasties. Get pasties before 1pm or phone up to order in advance.
Both Ruan Minor and Mullion have well stocked general stores. There is a chemist in Mullion.
There is a large Tesco and Sainsbury on the outskirts of Helston and Helston is a thriving town with a range of shops.
Sainsbury's
Eastern GreenOn the outskirts of Helston, a large Sainsbury's and petrol station
Tesco Superstore
Clodgey LaneLarge Tesco superstore on the outskirts of Helston
Food scene
The Top House
Lovely local pub with good beer and food.
On the road to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Visit the church on the beach and eat good food in this pub.
30 locals recommend
The Halzephron Inn
On the road to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Visit the church on the beach and eat good food in this pub.
Go down before 1pm or ring to place your order. Gluten free available.
21 locals recommend
Ann's Pasties
The SquareGo down before 1pm or ring to place your order. Gluten free available.
Local theme park
Flambards Theme Park
Clodgey LaneA fun day out for families ( and adults).