Cornwall


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-old-coastguard-mousehole"><a href="http://www.oldcoastguardhotel.co.uk/Home.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Old Coastguard</a>, Mousehole</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="783" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/cornwall/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/03/The-Old-Coastguard-March-2024-Muddy-Stilettos-Cornwall-OC_Fireside-1-1000x783.jpg" alt="fireside dining at The Old Coastguard Mousehole Penzance Cornwall" class="wp-image-33318" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/cornwall/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/03/The-Old-Coastguard-March-2024-Muddy-Stilettos-Cornwall-OC_Fireside-1-1000x783.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/cornwall/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/03/The-Old-Coastguard-March-2024-Muddy-Stilettos-Cornwall-OC_Fireside-1-800x627.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/cornwall/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/03/The-Old-Coastguard-March-2024-Muddy-Stilettos-Cornwall-OC_Fireside-1-768x602.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/cornwall/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/03/The-Old-Coastguard-March-2024-Muddy-Stilettos-Cornwall-OC_Fireside-1.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>I was so warm by this very fire, pictured above, I had to take my jumper off! Laidback, relaxed cosy pub with rooms that overlooks Mounts Bay in the fishing village of Mousehole on Cornwall’s south coast of West Penwith. For an autumnal or winter stay, the pub is warm, cosy and cosseting. In bad weather, the sea is still just as alluring to watch as in summer, but sit indoors in the array of comfy seating in the lower deck and enjoy some storm watching, warmed by the fire and a glass of something from the extensive by the glass list (I’d recommend a sherry or Madeira and some of the smoked almonds, but other options are available). <a href="https://cornwall.muddystilettos.co.uk/travel/uk/hotels-inns/review-the-old-coastguard-mousehole-cornwall/">Read my full review here.</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-plume-of-feathers-mitchell"><a href="https://theplumemitchell.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Plume of Feathers</a>, Mitchell</h2>



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<p>Welcoming and handily just off the A30 at Mitchell near Newquay, this 16th century inn now refurbished as an elegant restaurant with rooms as well as pub hits all the right notes as a cosy crowd-pleaser.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-harbour-house-flushing"><a href="https://harbourhouseflushing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbour House</a>, Flushing</h2>



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<p>The appropriately named Harbour House is just a short drive from Falmouth, the water-front pub offers a warm welcome and foodie delights in the handsome village of Flushing, where under Tamara and William’s revamp, new warmth and decor has been brought to the former historic Seven Stars Inn.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.ferryboatcornwall.co.uk/menu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Ferryboat Inn</a>, Helford Passage</h2>



<p>It is white-washed elegant vibes for this waterside meets countryside pub complete with seasonal dishes &#8211; it&#8217;s another contender for a lovely waterside walk alongside the Helford to whet the appetite before warming up round the fire inside.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.thepetervilleinn.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Peterville Inn</a>, St Agnes</h2>



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<p>Head straight through the bar to the restaurant behind and you&#8217;ll find the far table right next to the fire, for the cosiest seat in the place. Dog and family friendly, The Peterville does a great line in seasonal cocktails as well as elevated pub dining and legendary Sunday roasts.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.stkewinn.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St Kew Inn</a>, St Kew</h2>



<p>A traditional village pub with a cosy bar and roaring fire, the team also cook almost all the restaurant food over coals from their cooking fire. In the winter you won&#8217;t find them in their outdoor smokehouse but that doesn&#8217;t stop them serving up delicious plates, or, just head to the bar for a sneaky pint.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="http://www.gurnardshead.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Gurnard&#8217;s Head</a>, Zennor</h2>



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<p>Just off the coast path, the Gurnard&#8217;s Head is another winter warming favourite after a blowy stomp along some of the most beautiful coastline that Cornwall has to offer (is there any other kind?!). Seasonal food is on offer for lunch and dinner, or, hunker down in the bar for a drink or two. Make a night of it? They&#8217;ve rooms upstairs too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.standardinn.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Standard Inn</a>, Porthscatho</h2>



<p>Simon Stallard&#8217;s place in Porthscatho is well worth a trip for Sunday lunch &#8211; the cosy, dark, intimate dining room is pared back and traditional but the food is Simon&#8217;s trademark elevated fire cooking &#8211; and the drinks are great too. Another one for a good walk first and then tuck in to warm up! (booking essential for lunch &amp; dinner)</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.therisingsuntruro.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Rising Sun</a>, Truro</h2>



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<p>The fire in the main bar makes this Truro town pub a proper cosy place to have a drink. Bringing rural charm to its urban location, this is another traditional drinking establishment brought up to date by landlords Katie and Tom. Make a night of it and book yourself into the restaurant- you won&#8217;t regret it. <a href="https://cornwall.muddystilettos.co.uk/eat-out/pubs-inns/review-the-rising-sun-truro/">Read our review here</a>.</p>


9 cosy pubs for chilly days in Cornwall

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