Porthleven

Porthleven is a fishing port west of Helston along the B3304. As well as fishing the town has a thriving tourist industry. With particularly spectacular waves and swells it is a popular surfing location. The Bickford-Smith Institute is located next to the pier and harbour entrance and a very distinctive high tower and currently houses council offices. A very pretty harbour with shops and amenities for visitors makes this a very popular tourist location.

Our visit

There was a swell that broke over the stone harbour pier when we visited on this sunny March afternoon. Old photographs can show how spectacular storm waves can look. Crashing over the high tower of the Bickford-Smith Institute close to the pier. Today Porthleven presented a calmer side with its beautiful harbour nestling gently in the soft blue sunshine. This is a beautiful port and really worth visiting.