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Porthleven
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Porthleven in Cornwall exudes Cornish charm and tradition. Set in the middle of a huge sweeping bay, the beach at Porthleven is ideal for a relaxing family holiday. Porthleven has arguably the most impressive harbour in Cornwall, being constructed during Napoleonic times and with the aid of French prisoners of war. Small fishing boats land their daily catch in Porthleven, much of which is sold in Porthleven cafes and restaurants and the award winning Quayside fishmongers.
Around Porthleven harbour there are historic buildings, many constructed at the same time as the harbour around 200 years ago. Many fishermen's cottages and net lofts are located around the harbour area and the beach. The temperate climate in Porthleven and this area of Cornwall is partly due to warm waters of the Gulf Stream. There are consequently numerous palm trees in Porthleven. The relaxing atmosphere is enhanced by the white painted buildings, the light reflected from the sea, and the fresh air.
Due to the strict conservation measures Porthleven in Cornwall remains an unspoit, working harbour. Porthleven attracts visitors who want to get away from it all and be inspired by the surroundings and the way of life.
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Porthleven
Upcoming Events
Food Festival - Friday 26 April 2024 to Sunday 28 April 2024
Porthleven Food Festival is an annual, award-winning, three-day food festival held in the town of Porthleven in Cornwall.
Presented in partnership with acclaimed chef Jude Kereama, this free foodie event is a must in the culinary calendar. Deliberately designed to celebrate Cornwall’s leading food and drink producers, stimulate the local economy, and raise awareness of key issues relating to the environment, food culture and sustainable food production.
Thousands flock to Porthleven to tuck into celebrations, with the heart of the daytime activity held around the harbourside. The festival offers an exceptional foodie experience, for residents and visitors alike, offering a full weekend of entertainment including brilliant chef demos, live music, family-friendly activities, evening sessions and much more – in a whole town takeover.
Cornwall’s leading event production company Mission Code deliver the festival, which is overseen by a small committee of enthusiastic and committed volunteers from the local community. Anyone can join the committee – look out for the AGM each September to get involved.
The objectives of Porthleven Food Festival are:
Promoting, stimulating, and supporting the local economy.
Keeping Porthleven on the foodie map of Cornwall and beyond.
Encouraging community involvement and celebrating diversity.
Raising awareness of nutrition, and of the origins and production of different food to support everyone’s eating choices.
Keeping it fun, relevant, and safe. Keeping it “Porthleven”!
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