Porthleven, Fishing port in Cornwall, United Kingdom.
The harbor features multiple colorful fishing boats, traditional white-painted houses, and net lofts from the 1800s along the waterfront.
French prisoners from the Napoleonic War constructed the harbor in 1825, creating a vital refuge point along Cornwall's southwestern coastline.
The annual Porthleven Food Festival in spring presents local seafood, cooking demonstrations, music performances, and community activities.
Several galleries, craft shops, cafes, restaurants, and sports facilities including tennis courts, cricket fields, and bowling areas serve visitors.
The harbor faces directly southwest into prevailing winds, making it a prime location for witnessing powerful Atlantic storms during winter months.
Location: Cornwall
GPS coordinates: 50.06800,-5.31600
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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Helston Castle
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Saint Bartholomew's Church
2.1 km
Whitestone Cottage
2.2 km
The Ship Inn
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Monument To H M Grylls
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Penrose Manor House
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Bar Lodge And Forecourt Steps And Walls
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The Harbour Inn
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Strawtop
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Porthleven
2.4 km
The Bickford Smith Institute And Attached Wall
1.6 km
K6 Telephone Kiosk to North East Corner of Wharf
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Guide Post At Junction With Squires Lane
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Harbour Walls Including East And West Wharfs, Inner Jetties And Main Pier
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Bath House And Well Head East Of Penrose Manor House
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Building Opposite No 1 (Gulls Way Not Included)
1.4 km
Helston Lodge
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Bridge To East Of Penrose Manor House
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Guide Post At Junction With Gipsy Lane
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Milestone At Sw621279
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Guide Post At Sw 640282
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Milestone At Sw633280
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Nos 1-18 And Attached Front Garden And Front Retaining Walls
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Porthleven War Memorial
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Milestone, Lower Laanner, E of bridge
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Wg Cdr G. Gibson VC Memorial Plaque, Porthleven
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