Walk - Maenporth to Durgan & Helford Passage
4.2 miles (6.8 km)
Maenporth Beach Car Park - TR11 5HN Trebah Beach, Polgwiddon Cove
Moderate - There is not too much ascent or descent, although the footpaths are narrow and stony in places.
A stroll around the coast and along the Helford River with its coves and creeks, taking in the picturesque hamlet of Durgan, home port of explorer Captain George Vancouver, and passing two sub-tropical gardens which are open to the public. There is not too much ascent or descent, although the footpaths are narrow and stony in places.

Budock Vean Hotel
On a quiet bend of the Helford River, you will find the award winning 4 star Budock Vean Hotel. 49 hotel rooms, contemporary holiday homes and self catering cottages.

Trevarn B&B
Comfortable B&B. Convenient to Coast Path and excellent village amenities. A warm welcome awaits.

Menaver B&B
Comfortable and welcoming B & B with double rooms and garden, close to Gillan beach and Path. Ideal for walkers.

Falmouth Lodge
Convenient, comfortable and friendly only 2 mins from the Coast Path and 5 mins from the town for supper and train station
Cornwall Plus - Penryn Campus
Affordable University Rooms, Simple, economy, campus summer accommodation for groups, couples and individual travellers in the heart of Cornwall. On-site bus stops.

Porthallow Beach Cafe and The Loft Bistro
Royal Castle
Individually decorated rooms in a riverside 17th-century hotel with a grill restaurant.

Fat Apples Cafe
Fat Apples Cafe ,B&B and camping . Located minutes from Porthallow beach and the SWCP halfway marker. Breakfast , Lunch afternoon tea ,packed lunches , luggage transfer .

Glendurgan Garden, National Trust
Stroll down through the peaceful, exotic and playful valley to a sheltered beach at the bottom. This distinctive garden was created by Alfred and Sarah Fox in the 1820s.
Helford River Boats

Koru Kayaking - Helford River and creeks
2 hour Stunning Guided Kayak and Paddleboard Adventures along the Helford River and Frenchman's Creek from the Budock Vean Hotel foreshore. All equipment provided.

Cornish Seal Sanctuary

National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Nestled by Falmouth’s deep-water harbour discover National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Across 15 galleries, explore the overwhelming influence of the sea on our history and culture.
Fal River Visitor Information Centre
