Welcome to Longdowns

Longdowns is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Helston and 10 miles west of the city of Truro. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of farms and small businesses. Longdowns is a peaceful and quiet place to live, with a strong sense of community and a friendly atmosphere.

One of the main attractions of Longdowns is the nearby Trelowarren Estate, which is a large country estate that offers a range of activities and facilities for visitors. The estate includes a luxury hotel, a spa, a restaurant, and a range of outdoor activities such as fishing, cycling, and walking. The estate is also home to a number of rare and endangered species of plants and animals, making it a popular destination for nature lovers.

Longdowns is also well-known for its annual village fete, which takes place in the summer months. The fete is a traditional event that includes a range of activities such as a dog show, a cake competition, and a raffle. The fete is a great opportunity for locals and visitors to come together and enjoy a day of fun and entertainment. Overall, Longdowns is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxed way of life.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 8.2°C

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Wind: 29.1 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School Details
Halwin School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Lawrence
Porkellis
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 0EG
1209860329
School Website
Stithians Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ellie Macquarrie
Church Road
Stithians
Truro
Cornwall
TR3 7DH
01209860547
School Website
Mabe Community Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Jenkin
Cunningham Park
Mabe
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 9HB
1326372662
School Website
Penryn Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr James Hitchens
Treverbyn Rise
Penryn
TR10 8RA
01326373290
School Website
Kennall Vale School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Robert Chirgwin
Park Crescent
Ponsanooth
Truro
Cornwall
TR3 7HY
1872863672
School Website
Penryn College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Tamsin Schouten
Kernick Road
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 8PZ
01326372379
School Website
Constantine Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Claire Smith
Trebarvah Road
Constantine
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 5AG
1326340554
School Website
Nine Maidens Alternative Provision Academy
Academy Alternative Provision Converter
Ages:5-16
Head Teacher
Mr Jonathan Stocker
Nine Maiden
Four Lanes
Redruth
TR16 6ND
01209217046
Lanner Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kieran Walsh
Lanmoor Estate
Lanner
Redruth
Cornwall
TR16 6AZ
1209216346
School Website
Falmouth School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Lenka Chanter
Trescobeas Road
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 4LH
01326372386
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Penryn
Station Road, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8HF
3.12 Miles
Perranwell
Station Hill, Perranwell, Cornwall, TR3 7JY
3.93 Miles
Penmere
Penmere Hill, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2QZ
4.51 Miles
Redruth
Station Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 2AB
5.20 Miles
Falmouth Town
Avenue Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4AZ
5.26 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
P J Taxis
0800 731 7472
Chilmington House, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7BL
1.59 Miles
J K Cars
01209 860604
6 Polhigey Terrace, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 6PG
1.75 Miles
Newquay Airport Taxis And Transfers | J K Cars
0800 820 2000
6 Polhigey Terrace, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 6PG
1.75 Miles
Trj Limos
07879 016091
Parkengue, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9EP
2.51 Miles
A1 Airport Taxis
01872 870773
12 Higher Terrace, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7EW
2.72 Miles
Duchycars
01872 870773
12 Higher Terrace, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7EW
2.72 Miles
Garys Cabs
01326 312470
3 Glen View Flats, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8HS
2.91 Miles
Connect Cars
01326 377749
61 Woodland Av, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8PG
3.02 Miles
Able Cars
0800 328 7757
4 Calver Cl, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8SG
3.21 Miles
Able Cars
01326 373007
4 Calver Close, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8SG
3.21 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rame Cross Post Office
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Herniss
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Carnkie
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Longdowns Post Office
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Retanna
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Halvasso
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Medlyn
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Gribbas Corner
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Stithians Post Office
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Jobs Water
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Mabe School
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Penmarth Carnmenellis
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Hendra Close
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Foundry
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Goonlaze
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Stithians
The Surgery
Crellow Lane
Stithians
Cornwall
TR3 7BA
Constantine Surgery
9 Bowling Green
Constantine
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 5AP
Hendra
44 Lower Market Street
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 8BH
Penryn Surgery
01326 372502
The Penryn Surgery
Saracen Way
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 8HX
Lanner
Lanner Surgery
Lanner Moor
Redruth
Cornwall
TR16 6HT
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Local Stores

Falmouth - Clipper Way
Mongleath Avenue
Boslowick
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 4PN
01326 314947
Store Website
4.23 miles
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SPAR Stithians
SPAR Stithians
New Road
Stithians
TR3 7BJ
01209 861675
Store Website
1.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cornish Paws Veterinary Practice
Kernick Road
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 8NT
01326 450121
info@cornishpaws.co.uk
2.94 miles
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Rosemullion Veterinary Practice - Penryn
Parc Briwer
Penryn
Cornwall
TR10 8LF
01326 378080
penryn@rosemullionvets.com
Website
3.50 miles
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Rosemullion Veterinary Hospital
Tregoniggie Industrial Estate
Bickland Water Road
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 4SN
01326 313991
admin@rosemullionvets.com
Website
3.85 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Vets4pets Falmouth
Inside Pets At Home
Ponsharden Roundabout
Falmouth Road
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR10 8AB
01326 373030
falmouth@vets4pets.com
Website
4.01 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Acuvets
Foxworth
Sandy Lane
Redruth
Cornwall
TR16 5SR
01209 215010
info@acuvets.co.uk
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Head &Amp; Head
Veterinary Centre
Water-Ma-Trout
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 0LW
01326 572216
accounts@headandhead.co.uk
5.33 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

Degibna
There Are Many Types Of Walks And There Is A Sign Showing All Different Routes So Can Range From A Mile Onwards
B3297
Lancashire
4.29 miles

Head Towards Helston Hospital Then Turn Off At Digibna Lane Follow This For 5 Minutes Until You See A Church. There Is A Carpark Opposite Then Choose Any Walk As Most Circular
Location
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Bosveal
Make The Most Of Bosveal, Follow The Moderate Route (In Pink), Joining The South West Coast Path For Some Great Coastal Views, Along With Taking In The Countryside.
TR11 5JR
5.00 miles

From Truro, Join The A39 South-Bound Direction Falmouth From Truro. Follow The A39 Until You Can Take The 2Nd Exit Onto Union Road. Continue Straight Onto Union Corner. From The Roundabout Follow The Brown Road Signs To Glendurgan Via Mawnan Smith. Leaving Mawnan Smith Take The First Left Hand Turn, On The Road To Helford Passage, This Road Is Marked Durgan, Continue Along This Road Until You See The Entrance To Bosveal Car Park On The Right.
The Loe
A Linear Walk Which Weaves Along The River Cober, Through A Tree-Lined Trail, Toward The Loe.
TR13 0SF
6.53 miles

From Helston, Off The A394, Take The Portlevan Road (B3304) Southward. You Will Pass A Boating Lake To Your Right, With The Car Park Opposite.
Tehidy Country Park
Tehidy Is The Largest Area Of Woodland In West Cornwall. It Holds Over 9 Miles Of Paths And 250 Acres Of Woodland And Lakes To Discover.
TR14 0EZ
7.11 miles

Head Towards The Main Entrance At South Drive, Where There Is A Free Car Park And Café. This Is Clearly Signposted With Brown Signs From The A30 At Tolvaddon.
Porthustock
2 Coastguard Cottages
Porthoustock
St Keverne
Helston
TR12 6QW
9.07 miles

Location
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Mullion Cove
A Moderate, Circular Walk To The Picturesque Fishing Hamlet At Mullion Cove. Mullion Cove On The West Coast Of The Lizard Peninsula Is A Small Sandy Beach, Mostly Covered At High Tide, Beside The Historic Lifeboat Station And Picturesque Mullion Harbour.
TR12 7HW
9.76 miles

From The A394 At Turnpike Cross, Take The A3083. Follow This Road Down To Penhale, Where You Should Take A Right Onto Meaver Road. Follow This Road Until You Reach Mullion, And The Car Park Is On Your Right.
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