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Port in England
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Porthleven (Cornish: Porthleven) is near Helston on the south coast of West Cornwall at the top of the Lizard Peninsula. The South West Coast Path from Somerset to Dorset passes through the town. It is one of Britain's best-known surfing spots, described as "Cornwall's best reef break".
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Restaurant and café sited in an old fish smokehouse. Offers fresh seafood as well as a variety of dishes.
Great reviews for this seafood cafe on a pontoon in the harbour. No advance booking.
Usually has fresh seafood on the menu.
There are hourly buses (two-hourly on Sundays and holidays) from Helston and Penzance (Bus U4).
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