Cornwall is one of the prettiest places in the United Kingdom, but in Autumn it’s especially beautiful.
Frenchman’s Creek is an iconic spot on the Helford River in Cornwall, and it was made famous by the eponymous novel by famous writer Daphne Du Maurier – which tells the story of a woman’s love affair with a pirate!
The Helford River itself is an amazing sight, and Frenchman’s Creek only gives you a tiny taster of what you can see. It spans a huge area, all the way from the edge of Falmouth Bay to the old port of Gweek at the river’s head. Along the river you can find a variety of sub-tropical gardens, the very best waterside pubs and a few galleries, along with absolutely stunning scenery.
The village of Helford itself is beautiful, and the local restuarant – Ferryboat Inn –Â is amazing.
Old Quay House reports:
‘Written in 1941, Frenchman’s Creek will draw you away from Fowey to Helford Passage in Mawnan Smith.’
‘It is a captivating area of Cornwall, and where Daphne du Maurier spent her honeymoon aboard a motor cruiser. A pitstop at the Ferryboat Inn will fuel you for an excursion up Helford River to Frenchman’s Creek. You can either catch a ferry from the Inn and follow the footpath back to Helford village, or if you’re feeling more adventurous, take your own boat or kayak northwards towards the secluded creek. Make a note of tide times, as the creek can be inaccessible during low tides.’