Is Cornwall Worth Visiting Off-Season? An Honest Answer From a Pub on the Beach
Yes, with the right expectations. What's open, what isn't, what the weather does, and why October to March is the best time to have a Cornish beach to yourself.
Dish Spotlight: Pork Belly
Pork belly with cavolo nero, chestnuts, prunes and a brandy sauce — a small plate on our new Christmas sharing menu at The Rising Sun, Portmellon.
Dish Dish Spotlight: Rosemary Popcorn
Our cheapest, snackiest nibble on the new Christmas sharing menu — rosemary popcorn, at The Rising Sun, Portmellon.
Dish Spotlight: Sourdough & Parsnip Hummus
A festive twist on hummus, made with roasted parsnip, served with sourdough — on our new Christmas sharing menu at The Rising Sun, Portmellon.
Dish Spotlight: Confit Garlic Potato Bread
Potato bread with whipped butter and smoked sea salt — a nibble on our new Christmas sharing menu at The Rising Sun, Portmellon.
What's On at The Rising Sun: Live Music, Sunday Sessions and Christmas Party Nights, October to December 2026
Every live music night at The Rising Sun, Portmellon, from October to Christmas 2026: Sunday sessions, Christmas party sessions, Halloween and the Mevagissey Shanty Festival.
Dish Spotlight: Potted Mackerel
Potted mackerel with pickled cranberries and sourdough — a festive nibble on our new Christmas sharing menu at The Rising Sun, Portmellon.
Eden Project or Lost Gardens of Heligan? Which Is Closer, Which Suits a Half-Day
Eden Project or the Lost Gardens of Heligan — which is closer to Portmellon, and which fits a half-day out? An honest comparison.
Our Christmas Sharing Menu Is Here
Our new Selkie Cove Christmas sharing menu has landed — festive small plates, nibbles and desserts, made for the table.
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.
Where to Get a Proper Sunday Roast Near Mevagissey
Looking for a Sunday roast near Mevagissey? Here's an honest look at your options around the cove — including ours at The Rising Sun in Portmellon.
That Was a Big One — Sunday Roast, The Big Portmellon Yard Sale & The Payback
Our Sunday Roast relaunch, The Big Portmellon Yard Sale and live music from The Payback all landed on the same day — and it was one of our biggest Sundays yet.
What Is a Free House? What It Means and Why Pubs Say It
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.
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.
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.
What to Order at The Rising Sun: Our Roasts and Desserts, Reviewed
My honest, personal take on our Sunday roasts and desserts at The Rising Sun in Portmellon — what's on the menu, what I'd order, and why.
The Mevagissey Cancer Research Sponsored Walk — Saturday 3rd October
Join the Mevagissey Cancer Research Committee's sponsored walk on Saturday 3rd October — choose a 4 or 6 mile route, with the 6-miler passing right by The Rising Sun.
Poldark Filming Locations Near Mevagissey
Follow in Poldark's footsteps near Mevagissey — Charlestown stood in as Truro Harbour across all four series.