Cornwall

Mullion Cove

Nestled between steep cliffs rich in wildlife, the calm turquoise sea of the cove often gives way to powerful storms, as it faces into the full force of the Atlantic.

on the Lizard peninsula, near Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7ES

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View of harbour from the beach at Million Cove, Cornwall

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By road
From Helston take the A3083 south towards The Lizard. At Mullion Holiday Park turn right onto the B3296 towards Mullion. Drive through the village and follow signs to Mullion Cove/Harbour. Note: The village roads are not suitable for coaches.
Parking: not National Trust (charge including members)
Sat Nav: To find the nearest car park use postcode TR12 7EP or what3words: ///rentals.prop.beauty
On foot
Take the South West Coast Path south from Poldhu for approx 1.9 miles.
on the Lizard peninsula, near Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7ES
01326222170
mullioncove@nationaltrust.org.uk

Opening times for 21 December 2024
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk
Mullion Harbour	Open all day

Stormy weather hitting the breakwater at Mullion Harbour

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Our work at Mullion Cove

Mullion Harbour has been withstanding the Atlantic waves since the 1890s. Find out about our work adapting to climate change at Mullion Cove.

Several people in tandem kayaks are paddling in the water at Mullion Cove, Cornwall.

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Things to do at Mullion Cove

Explore Mullion Cove on the west coast of the Lizard Peninsula and you'll find a picturesque harbour, wildlife such as seals and seabirds, and the chance to go kayaking.

A visitor walking with a dog along the shoreline at Mullion Cove

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Visiting Mullion Cove with your dog

Find out where you can take your dog when you visit Mullion Cove in Cornwall, and what facilities are available for them.

A footpath alongside a wire fence through a moody landscape with hills in the distance

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Flying drones at our places

All aerial activity above our sites is prohibited unless specific permission is granted, according to an existing byelaw.

People inspect damage to the breakwater at Mullion Harbour

Harbour update from Mullion Cove Harbour Group and National Trust

Join us for an update on the work we are doing to look after Mullion Harbour to the best of our collaborative ability. We’ll share details on upcoming repair and maintenance plans and what’s happening with the southern breakwater. We also want to hear about your connections to the Cove and Harbour and what you cherish about this dynamic place.