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Porthcurno Tourist Information


The name Porthcurno, means 'Port Cornwall'. Porthcurno has an exquisite beach strewn with tiny white shells.

The famous Minack Theatre, founded in the 1930's by Rowena Cade. This open-air theatre was hewn from the granite-slab cliffs, some 200 feet above the waves. It has since been enlarged to hold 750 seats, but still retains its original Greek-inspired style. Its unique setting with Porthcurno Bay as a backdrop, makes the Minack Theatre one of the most unusual in the country.

The summer season of plays, opera and musicals runs from May to September.

There is an exhibition centre and coffee shop, which is open throughout the year.

Porthcurno Museum of Submarine Telegraphy, was created from Cornwall's secret wartime communications site and incorporating the Cable and Wireless international cable station. Unique museum with hands on displays, expert guides demonstrating how we talked to the world from Victorian times to the present day.

 

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Attractions near Porthcurno
Chysauster Ancient Village (8 Miles)*
Chysauster Ancient Village offers a glimpse into the life of Celtic Cornwall. The Original inhabitants of this ancient settlement occupied the site almost 2,000 years ago.
Wayside Folk Museum (10 Miles)*
Cornwall's oldest private museum, the collection has over 5,000 items in 16 display areas and includes an extensive collection of photographs and information on people who have lived in the area.
The Flambards Experience (17 Miles)*
The Flambards Experience is more than just a Theme Park and has intrigued, entertained and thrilled thirteen million visitors over 35 seasons.
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What's near Porthcurno

Attractions:
  Trengwainton Garden  7 Miles
  Chysauster Ancient Village  8 Miles
  Wayside Folk Museum  10 Miles
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Towns:
  St. Levan  1 Mile
  St. Buryan  2 Miles
  Sennen  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Fulfords  7 Miles
  Whitlocks  7 Miles
  Stratton Creber  7 Miles
Hotels:
  Wellington Hotel  5 Miles
  Cape Cornwall Golf & Leisure Resort  6 Miles
  The Old Coastguard Hotel  6 Miles
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Self Catering:
  The Stable & The Granary Cottages  1 Mile
  Seal Cottqage  2 Miles
  Longships Watch  3 Miles
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Campsites:
  First & Last Inn Campsite  2 Miles
  Cardinney Caravan and Camping Park  3 Miles
  Secret Garden Caravan & Camping Park  5 Miles
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Towns near Porthcurno
St. Levan Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
St. Buryan Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Sennen Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Porthcurno
Queens Hotel (7 Miles)*
The Queens Hotel is a family run Victorian property that boasts one of the most stunning positions in Cornwall.
Hotel Penzance (8 Miles)*
Hotel Penzance is a beautiful boutique hotel with 2-AA-Rosette dining and a stunning location high above the Penzance rooftops, overlooking Penzance harbour and bay.
Carbis Bay Hotel (13 Miles)*
In a seafront location, Carbis Bay Hotel has an AA Rosette restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. This friendly, family-run hotel has direct access to its own Blue Flag beach.
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Self Catering near Porthcurno
The Stable & The Granary Cottages (1 Mile)*
The Stable Cottage is a historic Grade II listed barn conversion, providing self-catering accommodation for four people in the hamlet of Trebehor, Cornwall. The cottage is situated just eight miles west of Penzance.
Seal Cottqage (2 Miles)*
Nestled by the sand dunes just 300 yards from the acclaimed and outstandingly stunning Blue Flag beach at Sennen, Seal Cottage is ideal for the adventurous escape that you have been looking for from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
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