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The Best Time of Year to Visit Cornwall's South Coast
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The Best Time of Year to Visit Cornwall's South Coast

When's the best time to visit Cornwall's south coast? An honest look at the seasons — from buzzing August to quiet, golden autumn.

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Live Music: Joe Hurworth at The Rising Sun
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Live Music: Joe Hurworth at The Rising Sun

Joe Hurworth plays live at The Rising Sun on Sunday 11th October, 3-5pm — acoustic soul from a Cornwall festival favourite.

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What Is a Free House? A Guide to British Pubs for American Visitors
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What Is a Free House? A Guide to British Pubs for American Visitors

Visiting a British pub for the first time? Here's what "free house" means, plus the pub terms and customs American visitors ask about most.

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Campervan and Motorhome Stops Near Portmellon
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Campervan and Motorhome Stops Near Portmellon

Touring Cornwall by campervan or motorhome? Here's where to park near Portmellon and Mevagissey, plus a proper pub stop once you've parked up.

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Waterside Rooms in Cornwall
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Waterside Rooms in Cornwall

Looking for genuine waterside rooms in Cornwall? The Rising Sun's Green Room and Blue Room sit right on the beach at Portmellon, with the sea as close as it gets.

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Poldark Filming Locations Near Mevagissey
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Poldark Filming Locations Near Mevagissey

Follow in Poldark's footsteps near Mevagissey — Charlestown stood in as Truro Harbour across all four series.

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Live Music: George Brown at The Rising Sun
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Live Music: George Brown at The Rising Sun

George Brown plays live at The Rising Sun on Sunday 4th October, 3-5pm — Cornwall country with a British twist.

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Best Free House Pubs in Cornwall
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Best Free House Pubs in Cornwall

A free house isn't tied to one brewery, which means a genuinely varied bar. Here are some of Cornwall's best, including a few real hidden gems.

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Dead Western: Our Halloween Party Is Coming to Portmellon
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Dead Western: Our Halloween Party Is Coming to Portmellon

Saturday 31st October, from 6:30pm — Dead Western Halloween Party. Rodeo bull, line dancing, and Halloween games from 6:30pm, live music from Johnny Ringo & The Cowboys from 8pm. Dress code: Dead Western. Free entry.

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Why September Is the Secret Best Month
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Why September Is the Secret Best Month

Warmer sea, quieter beaches, dogs back on the sand, and cheaper stays — here's why September beats August in Cornwall.

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Pub vs Holiday Cottage: Which Suits Your Cornwall Trip
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Pub vs Holiday Cottage: Which Suits Your Cornwall Trip

Trying to decide between a pub with rooms and a holiday cottage for your Cornwall trip? Here's an honest comparison of both.

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Best Cornish Fishing Villages to Visit
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Best Cornish Fishing Villages to Visit

From Mevagissey to Fowey, here are the best fishing villages on Cornwall's south coast, with what makes each one worth visiting.

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Cornwall Staycation Guide 2026
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Cornwall Staycation Guide 2026

Planning a Cornwall staycation in 2026? Here's what to know — where to base yourself, what it costs, and how to avoid the busiest crowds.

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Hidden Coves in South Cornwall
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Hidden Coves in South Cornwall

The best hidden coves near Mevagissey and the south Cornwall coast — quiet, secluded beaches away from the crowds, with access notes for each.

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The Rising Sun Inn
Portmellon, Mevagissey
Cornwall. PL26 6PL