Local Features around Polkerris Beach

Eden Project

The world-famous Eden Project is only 5 miles away. If you haven’t been there before, you will be amazed at how a big hole in the ground has been transformed into an amazing ‘experience’ that appeals to just about everyone in some way. If you have been there before, go again to see how much it has changed and expanded. Their ‘Eden Sessions’ Concerts are now a regular feature in the summer and can make a great night out. For further information, visit www.edenproject.com

Fowey

Fowey is a historic sea-faring town on the river of the same name, situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It’s a popular yachting location as well as a commercial port. The town itself is packed with high-quality shops, pubs and restaurants and offers a variety of activities, including river trips, extensive walking and golf. For further information, visit www.fowey.co.uk

Daphne du Maurier heritage

Daphne du Maurier captured the imagination of millions of people with her books and did much to widen the appeal of Cornwall. She lived just up the road from Polkerris at Menabilly – the inspiration for much of her writing and Rebecca in particular – so you can walk the same walks and appreciate the same scenery. Each year there is a festival dedicated to her work. For further information, visit www.dumaurierfestival.co.uk

There’s also:

• The China Clay Museum
• The South West Coast Path
• Fowey is 40 minutes walk across beautiful countryside along...
• The Saints Way (footpath to Padstow on the North Coast)
• Lanhydrock House (National Trust – one of Cornwall’s finest houses)
• The Lost Gardens of Helligan
• The historic town of Lostwithiel
• Charlestown tall-ships harbour
• The fishing villages of Mevagissey and Polperro
• ...and the surfing beaches of the North Coast are less than 25 miles away