Mousehole
When you think of a picturesque Cornish fishing village, most people would agree that Mousehole (pronounced Mowzel) is likely what you will be imagining. It’s small yet picture-perfect authentic Cornish harbour is surrounded by quaint granite-built houses, shops and galleries - Stroll through the labyrinth of narrow streets (not suitable for large modern cars so it's best to get through the main village on foot), everything you need is set around the harbour edge, including restaurants, cafes and ice cream shops. Mousehole sets the scene of the famous children's book ‘The Mousehole Cat’ - The tale of a Cornish fisherman and his cat who braved the rough winter seas to bring back enough fish to feed the entire village when food had run out.
Top things to do...
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Explore the stunning coastline by boat tour – With huge charm and character the shoreline is the best vantage point to view all that Mousehole has to offer, ‘Cormorant Cruising’ offers trips that often encounter basking sharks, dolphins, grey seal and a few seabirds along the way!
Pick up a souvenir - The Mousehole shop on the harbour corner has a collection of artworks, pottery and holiday souvenirs. |
Walk the coastal path to Newlyn – Enjoy stunning views of St Michael's Mount and Mounts Bay nearly all of the way from Mousehole to Newlyn, the walk is 2 miles should take around 25 minutes.
Browse the art galleries – There are four independent galleries dotted around Mousehole; The Mowzer, The Tyler Gallery, The Little Picture and Hallard Studio, so take your pick or visit them all! |
Where to eat and drink...
The Rock Pool Café (Stunning sea views, classic café food and cocktails)
2 Fore Street (Harbour views, fresh local seafood)
The Old Coastguard (High end seasonal pub food)
Hole Foods (Café serving deli meals and snacks)
Ship Inn (Amazing harbour views, classic pub menu)
Webbs Dairy Ice-Cream (Cornish dairy ice-cream served on the harbour front)
2 Fore Street (Harbour views, fresh local seafood)
The Old Coastguard (High end seasonal pub food)
Hole Foods (Café serving deli meals and snacks)
Ship Inn (Amazing harbour views, classic pub menu)
Webbs Dairy Ice-Cream (Cornish dairy ice-cream served on the harbour front)
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What is Mousehole famous for...The Mousehole Christmas Lights
The Mousehole harbour lights are a wonderful Cornish Christmas tradition. For more than 50 years, the port has been illuminated by the bright Christmas lights spreading festivity throughout the town, each night from the 16th December until the 5th January. This display is free to enjoy, though donations are welcome as the lights are self-supported and mainly rely on public donations. |
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If you only do one thing...Have a Webb's Ice Cream on The Beach
What says Cornish holiday more than an ice cream on the beach? We recommend 'Webb's Ice Cream' set right on the harbour front, who have been making proper Cornish ice cream in Mousehole since 1991. Choose your flavour and head down the harbour beach to enjoy! |
