The lesser-known Cornwall village that’s one of the ‘most beautiful places in England’

St Ives, Penzance, Kynance Cove and Land’s End are among the big names that come to mind when talking about great holiday destinations in Cornwall.

Visiting any of these popular destinations will definitely be a great choice; doing so means you could be missing out on some of the UK’s best spots in the region.

So maybe you’d be open to branching out?

Enter Helford, a small Cornish village on the west side of Falmouth Bay; This might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Far from the tourist-filled beaches of the area, Helford is perfect for those looking for some peace and quiet.

Naturally, when you visit Cornwall you may want to find the perfect beach – luckily you’re in luck in Helford.

Helford Passage Beach is a sandy beach set in a pristine sheltered bay, near the popular 300-year-old Ferry Boat Inn.

Helford has been ranked as one of the 18 most beautiful places in England. Timeslast year.

It has even been visited and admired by the likes of Kylie Minogue and Caroline Quentin at Cornwall Live. reported.

Moreover, some celebrities live there, including the Queen’s Roger Taylor.

Of course, it is not a well-known place, but Helford has an important history in the field of literature.

If you rent a boat to explore the area, you may come across the famous Frenchman’s Creek.

Frenchman’s Creek, rated 4.7 stars on Tripadvisor, is known from the novel of the same name by famous novelist Daphne Du Maurier.

Visitors have raved about the views here, describing them as ‘very tranquil and very beautiful’ as well as ‘very calming and very different from the rest of the UK’.

One wrote: ‘An extraordinarily peaceful and beautiful place. I walked with my dog ​​early in the morning at Frenchman’s Creek every day of my two-week vacation.

‘With the trees falling down to the river, this is the most peaceful place I know. It’s a joy to see the birds on the river and it looks so different as the water rises and falls.’

Another commented: ‘Absolutely impressive and deserving of the reputation created by novelist Daphne du Maurier.’

There is much more to do in the village.

The River Helford is the crown jewel, with numerous small bays along its banks.

The river and Helford Pass are must-sees if you’re visiting the area

Trebah and Glendurgan gardens are filled with subtropical plants that extend right to the water’s edge.

Glendurgan, part of the National Trust, dates back to the 1820s.

A Google review of the garden said: ‘There are some wonderful and different plants here and they are all well looked after. You can walk towards the beach, which is a nice place to relax.

‘The maze is incredibly fun and being on the slope is challenging. Don’t miss the huge tulip tree which is incredible as you walk through it!’

Trebah Garden, meanwhile, is a 26-acre subtropical paradise with a private beach, complete with 100-year-old rhododendrons, magnolias and camellias in spring.

There are also many trails in the area that provide access to wonderful, quieter spots.

The South West Coast Path crosses the ferry at Helford on its way to Falmouth or Lizard, and book lovers can wander through the woods to Frenchman’s Creek.

The Seal Sanctuary in nearby Gweek is a popular visitor attraction throughout the year.

It’s the perfect place for animal lovers, as one Google review states: ‘Great environment and great work done by a truly dedicated team. It’s truly inspiring to see the results of your work and the care given to long-term residents.’

If you’re looking for somewhere quieter in our beloved Cornwall this is one of your best options.

Accordingly Visit Cornwall: ‘From its broad mouth to the muddy streams above, Helford is loved by all who know it.

‘The sailors take shelter at the entrance, anchor and run towards one of the bars on the beach.’