Boscastle
Bude
Charlestown Harbour
Coverack
Falmouth
Fowey
Gorran Haven
Hayle
Helford Passage
Looe
Mevagissey
Mousehole
Mullion Cove
Mylor Harbour
Newlyn Harbour
Newquay
Padstow
Penzance
Polperro
Polruan
Port Isaac
Port Navas
Porthleven
Portreath
Portscatho
Sennen Cove
St Ives
St Mary’s Harbour
St Mawes
Take a 360° virtual tour of some of Cornwall’s historic harbours and modern marinas
Most of Cornwall’s coastal towns, villages and hamlets have a harbour where boats come and go throughout the day to bring in their catches of fish, crab, lobsters and so on. Some harbours are very small, and others are big, industrial ports which are a hive of activity year-round.
Many harbours have a rich and colourful history linking them to Cornwall’s vibrant trades and practices. Harbours are a great place to watch the world go by, enjoy a spot of crabbing, or feast on some fish and chips or Cornish ice cream. Like most coastal areas, harbours can appear quite different depending on the tide, weather and time of year you visit. It is always advisable to check tide times before your visit. Whilst some harbours are relatively sheltered, some lie on exposed parts of the coast and in stormy weather can showcase spectacular – but dangerous – waves crashing over the harbour walls. Great care should be taken if visiting in such conditions.