Porthtowan

Pale sun-bleached sands...friendly dolphins riding the frothy surf...ancient copper mine...enchanting woods...
The sea-side village of Porthtowan sits prettily within a beautiful valley in North Cornwall.

Soft sand, Sensational surf
The word “Porthtowan” is old Cornish tongue for “cove of sand-dunes”. The shifting sand-dunes of Porthtowan sit in fantastic formations and arrest your attention.
Youll have a lovely time walking on the beach. The warm soft white sand will gently tickle your toes, while the playful sea-breeze teases your hair.
The blue waters sparkle and shine under the suns loving gaze. The surf here is just right for novice surfers. And if youve never surfed before, just enrol in one of the beach surf-schools, and theyll happily help you ride the wicked waves. And if youre lucky, friendly dolphins and seals will join you on your exhilarating ride!

Walk in the Woods
Porthtowan is blessed with ancient cliffs and a charming countryside. Walk in this natural haven, and observe and absorb the untouched beauty...
The cliffs stand tall and rugged, quietly weathering the elements for centuries. The smell of the sea, the sound of the crying sea-gulls and the sight of wondrous country-side...the walk on the cliffs is one treat your senses wont forget soon...
And as you stroll away from the cliffs and into the green valley, youll meet delightful little ponds with crystal-clear water and a gurgling stream merrily tripping away. The brown-and-green woods are full of scampering squirrels and rabbits, attractive wild flowers and fluttering butterflies, and calls and songs of a variety of birds.
The wooded valley of Porthtowan will definitely enchant you!

History and Heritage
Porthtowan has a rich mining history. It was the nineteenth-century hot-spot for copper and tin mining. The Cornish Engine house, in the Wheal-Ellen copper mine, is an important heritage site. An “Engine House” was essentially a bare piece of functional architecture, which was built to serve the miners practical needs. But when you visit this particular house, youll notice its artistic “castellated stacks” and various aesthetic structures, which will make you relive the spirit and romance of those bygone days...
The picturesque town of Porthtowan has been flourishing as an attractive sea-side resort, right from the Victorian and Edwardian times. In those days dainty little tea-rooms and parlours dotted the village. Talk to the locals and theyll tell you many delightful anecdotes...

Accommodation
Hotels, cottages, apartments and caravans are available at Porthtowan.

Hotels
The Beach Hotel offers you a peaceful stay and a panoramic “birds-eye view” of the Porthtowan Bay.

Self-catering
Chy-Morron, Cornish Blue Apartment, Cornish Escapes, Seacott, Kingsly Cove, Atlantic View Apartment, The Sea Otter, Abbamead, Beach Comber, Coast Bungalow, Cornish Blue, 14 Seaspray, South Towan Cottages and Beach View Cottage are clean and comfortable, and they will happily welcome you.

Bed & Breakfast
You can stay at Malt House, Buzby View or Elm Farm, and enjoy the warm Cornish hospitality.

Camping and Caravanning
Camping in the open countryside of Porthtowan is a pleasurable experience. You can rent out caravans and camp equipment from Cambrose Touring Park, Porthtowan Tourist Park, Rose Hill Touring Park, and Wheal Rose Camping and Caravan Park.

Restaurants
The Flaming Wok, The Blue Bar and Restaurant, Unicorn and Shakers, offer you a delightful dining experience. You can savour their delectable sea-fare, wholesome soups, and farm-fresh salads. You can also guzzle chilled beer and ale, as you watch the sun set on the beach.

Scenic Sun-trap
The little town of Porthtowan is a warm and refreshing sun-trap. The lovely climate and charming countryside will ensure that you have a perfectly wonderful holiday!