In the far
west of Cornwall, on the southern most tip of mainland Britain, is
the unspoiled
Lizard
Peninsula. It rises over 200 feet above the Atlantic and contains
wooded valleys, small fields, ancient hedgerows, sheltered inlets
and sandy coves. Its principal village is
Mullion.
Built around its 15th century church the village is steeped in
history. Now it is a thriving community with a good selection of
small shops, restaurants, tea rooms and pubs. It is the largest
village in Cornwall with a population of over 2400.
Places
of Interest:
-
St Mellanus Church
- dates from the 13th century although the north door of oak,
wooden pegged from the 9th century indicates an earlier church
once stood on the site.
-
Sandy
beaches at Poldhu & Gunwalloe
-
Beautiful cliff walks
-
Mullion Golf club
- overlooking the sea
-
Mullion Harbour
- boat hire and fishing from the quay
-
Diving
school
-
Mullion Cove Gala day
- at the beginning of August with beach games, boat trips,
local bands, water games, swimming events, stalls,
entertainment, surf life saving demo., attendance by the Lizard
lifeboat.
A village
full of character in a beautiful area. Popular with holiday-makers
who return year after year.
For further
information on Mullion and the surrounding area please visit our
Towns and
Villages section.
