GOLF:
The excellent Falmouth golf course, (18 hole & driving range) overlooking the sea, is approximately 1 mile from Maenporth.
There are other golf courses within easy traveling distance.
TRAVEL:
Maenporth in approximately 280 miles from London, traveling via the M3, A303 or M4 (M5 from the North), and A30. There are trains to Falmouth, via Truro, and flights to Newquay airport (approximately 30 min from Maenporth).
A bus service runs from Maenporth to Falmouth, with connections to Truro.
DISTANCES:
Falmouth is approximately 2 miles away and provides a good selection of restaurants and shops, together with the National Maritime Museum.
The Helford river is within walking distance and takes about 10 minutes to drive.
The Lizard Peninsular is about half an hours drive away with its many picturesque villages, including Coverack, Mullion & Lizard Village. The Goonhilly Downs Satellite Earth Station is open to the public.
The nearest village is Mawnan Smith, which has a village shop and pub.