Prussia Cove

Beaches

• Praa Sands

  Do

  also known as Hendra

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• Rinsey

  Do

  Some years there is very little sand.

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• Godolphin Estate

  See

  Historic house with medieval garden.

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• Penrose Estate

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  Managed by the National Trust. No swimming or boating is allowed in the lake.

  Hours

  Open dawn to dusk daily

  Price

  Free entry to grounds and Loe Pool lake

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Around Helston

• Helston Railway

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  Take a ride on the newly restored section of this historic branch line.

  Hours

  Mar-Oct: Thu Sun and Bank Holiday Mondays 10AM-3:30PM

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• Loe Bar

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  A natural sand bar (composed of shingle) that blocks the mouth of the River Cober. Geologists believe it has its origins in the last ice age. It is a site of Special Scientific Interest due to its unique geomorphology, and rare flora and fauna. Do not swim in the sea here, there are strong tides and currents. More than a few people have died swimming here

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