Porthleven - Area Guide
What’s it like to live in Porthleven?
Described as ‘one of the best places to live beside the seaside’ by the Sunday Times, Porthleven has gained plaudits from across the UK for being a true gem of Cornwall. The town offers an unrivalled selection of restaurants and pubs, with the famous Porthleven Food Festival being held in the town annually. This once sleepy fishing port has blossomed into one of the most sought-after locations in the county.
The History of Porthleven
Initially thought to be derived from the name “St. Elvan” who was a compatriot of the patron saint of a nearby village St. Breaca, Porthleven started with humble beginnings. Earliest records tell us that it was a little fishing village nestling in the shelter of a wooded valley of a tiny creek in Mount’s Bay. The town gained an unfortunate reputation in the 18th century as a hot spot for shipwrecks. This was due to southwesterly gales and the mountainous seas.
Fast forward to the present day, Porthleven has firmly established itself as a hotspot for food tourists. With its harbour still in use and fresh produce being brought in every day, trade is rife.
Things to do in Porthleven - Entertainment, Shops, Restaurants
As is well documented, Porthleven is enriched with a plethora of brilliant restaurants, there truly is something for every taste in this town. As is the case with a lot of Cornish towns, seafood is where the county’s restaurants really shine. One of note is Kota Kai Bar & Kitchen, perfectly situated at the head of the harbour meaning guests can take in all the views of the famous clock tower as well as the Atlantic Ocean.
As far as things to do in Porthleven, this town is quietly bustling with independent shops that capture what it means to be beside the seaside. Thanks to the town's location on the south coast, you’re also never too far from a Cornish beauty spot. Located just 10 miles away is the stunning St Michael’s Mount, or if you head east, you will stumble across the Lizard Peninsula which is also home to The National Trust’s Lizard Point, which is the most southerly point in Britain. There are also fantastic beaches located very close by. For example, Perranuthnoe and Praa Sands, are guarded by the RNLI during the holidays.
Working In Porthleven
Due to the size of Porthleven, there isn’t much variety in the way of jobs. There is of course ample opportunity in industries such as fishing and retail. However, Helston is less than a 10-minute drive, where RNAS Culdrose is one of the main employers in the area Porthleven also happens to be just a 30-minute drive to Falmouth, which is emerging as one of the tech hubs of the UK. It is also only 40 minutes from Truro, Cornwall’s only city, which is rife with opportunities for people of varying experience levels in various sectors.
Is Porthleven a good place to raise a family?
Porthleven has excellent facilities and opportunities nearby that make raising a family a dream. Growing up in Porthleven, your children will learn to love the outdoors and all its quirks in a time when many kids are drawn to their screens. Many local schools are rated as outstanding by Ofsted, ones of note are Helston Day Nursery for childcare and Parc Eglos School for children ages 2-11. Porthleven Community Primary School is rated good and Helston Community College is in the catchment for secondary, also rated good! Porthleven is situated just a 30-minute drive from the nearest minor injuries unit in Falmouth. While the nearest fully-fledged hospital is located a 40-minute drive away at Treliske Hospital in Truro.
What are the average house prices in Porthleven?
According to Right Move, the average house price in Porthleven stands at approximately £379,155. Porthleven offers all types of housing, from traditional fisherman cottages to semi-detached and detached houses for families. Many offer sea views as well.
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