Local Landmarks to Porthleven
Loe Bar Beach
Loe Bar Beach is located on the south coast of Cornwall near Porthleven. The beach is part of the Loe Bar Nature Reserve and is a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching (swimming should be avoided, however, due to dangerous rip currents). The bar is formed from a mix of shingle and sand, and is believed to have been formed over 6,000 years ago. The beach is also of historical significance, as it is the site of a naval battle which took place between the English and Spanish fleets in 1595.
Lizard Point Lighthouse
Lizard Point Lighthouse is located at the southernmost tip of mainland Britain, on the Lizard Peninsula. The lighthouse was built in 1619 and is still in use today, making it one of the oldest lighthouses in the world. The lighthouse is open to the public and offers views of the surrounding coastline.
Penrose Estate
Penrose Estate is a large country estate near Porthleven. The estate consists of a large house, gardens, and a variety of other structures, including a working farm, a lake, and a deer park. The estate is owned by the National Trust and is open to the public. It is of historical importance, as it was once owned by Sir John Penrose, the first Baronet of the Penrose family.
Loe Pool
Loe Pool is a freshwater lake located near Porthleven. The lake is part of the Loe Bar Nature Reserve and is a popular spot for swimming and bird watching. The lake is believed to have been formed around 4,500 years ago and is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is also of historical significance, as it was once the site of a Cornish settlement.
