Pictures of Frenchmans Creek
in the town of Helford, in the county of Cornwall
About Frenchmans Creek
Frenchman's Creek is an idyllic deep thrust of water immortalised forever by the romantic novel of the same name, written by Daphne du Maurier. It lies on the Helford River and provides a haven for walkers. The romance of this famously beautiful spot is preserved by the National Trust who only permit small boats to enter the creek. For sheer beauty and the scent of romance Frenchman's Creek is a must.
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Recommended attractions near Frenchmans Creek
| Trebah Garden | (1.8 miles, 2.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Glendurgan Garden | (2.0 miles, 3.1 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| The National Seal Sanctuary | (2.5 miles, 4.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Goonhilly Downs | (4.1 miles, 6.6 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Pendennis Castle | (6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| St Anthony Lighthouse | (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Trevarno Country Estate & Gardens | (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| St Mawes Castle | (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Poldown Caravan & Country Park | (9.0 miles, 14.4 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Rinsey Head | (9.9 miles, 15.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
All attractions in CornwallComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Frenchmans Creek
Mawnan Smith, in the county of Cornwall (2.8 miles, 4.4 km, direction NE)
The village is about two miles from the Helford estuary, this offers scope for sailing, watching the wildlife of the area, and lovely riverside and country walks.
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Gweek, in the county of Cornwall (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction W)
Gweek existed as a thriving port for several hundred years, this fact is evidenced by the Old quays.
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Falmouth, in the county of Cornwall (5.8 miles, 9.4 km, direction NE)
Think of Falmouth and you immediately think of the sparkling sea in a bay alive with busy colourful pleasure and sailing boats...
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Mullion, in the county of Cornwall (5.9 miles, 9.5 km, direction SW)
One glance around this attractive town tells you that Mullion has always been a prosperous little place.
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Gunwalloe, in the county of Cornwall (6.1 miles, 9.9 km, direction W)
The coast along here is of great beauty, there are grassy promontories, dramatic headlands, sandy coves, and picturesque harbours.
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Cadgwith, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction S)
Cadgwith, is in a truly beautiful area, it lies next to Ruan Minor and close to the overwhelming magnificence of Lizard Point.
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Porthleven, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction W)
Porthleven has two picturesque harbours - the inner harbour is lined with dazzling white cottages, with the walls of the outer harbour giving shelter from the often tumultuous seas.
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Mylor, in the county of Cornwall (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction NE)
This pretty resort is beautifully situated close to a creek that was once a Royal dockyard, these days it is busy as a yacht anchorage, it is at its most attractive as the waters of high tide gently laps the quay.
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St Anthony, in the county of Cornwall (7.7 miles, 12.3 km, direction NE)
Pleasant coastal hamlet with a "picture postcard" look. It is situated in south-facing position at the edge of Gillan Creek and is backed by lovely wooded countryside.
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St Mawes, in the county of Cornwall (7.7 miles, 12.3 km, direction NE)
St. Mawes is the stuff picture postcards are made of, the sunlight reflecting on the frothy ocean waves, the warm sea breezes, dreamy thatched cottages overlooking the bay.
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All towns in CornwallComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Penmere Station | (5.4 miles, 8.6 km, direction NE) |
| Falmouth Town Station | (5.5 miles, 8.9 km, direction NE) |
| Newquay (Cornwall) Airport | (25.2 miles, 40.6 km, direction N) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (51.6 miles, 83.0 km, direction NE) |
| M5 Junction 31 | (83.0 miles, 133.6 km, direction NE) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (86.1 miles, 138.6 km, direction NE) |
| Frenchmans Creek to London | (240.9 miles, 387.6 km, direction NE) |
Accommodation & Hotels near Frenchmans Creek
| Hotel Name |
| Best Western Penmere Manor Hotel | (4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction NE) |
| Hawthorne Dene Hotel | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction NE) |
| The Green Lawns Hotel | (5.3 miles, 8.6 km, direction NE) |
| Best Western Falmouth Beach Resort Hotel & Conference Centre | (5.3 miles, 8.6 km, direction NE) |
| St Michael's Hotel & Spa | (5.4 miles, 8.6 km, direction NE) |
| The Westcott | (5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction NE) |
| Hotel Anacapri | (5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction NE) |
| Lugo Rock Hotel | (5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction NE) |
| Park Grove Hotel | (5.5 miles, 8.9 km, direction NE) |
| The Royal Duchy Hotel | (5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction NE) |
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