Porthleven - Harbour & Village Centre
Porthleven - Harbour & Village Centre
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Secret Spy Mission Trail
Spy
Mission
3 Hours
2 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
The Great Porthleven Spy Mission - A Family Adventure Awaits!
Intelligence has reached us that the notorious enemy agency DEVON (Dastardly Evil Villains Of Notoriety) has set its sights on Porthleven, as part of their grand scheme to cripple Cornwall. Their plan? To reactivate the two harbourside cannons and launch packages containing a highly potent gas that will cause all who come into contact with it to have a massive aversion to pasties, ice cream, and beer. If they succeed, the local economy will be in ruins and tourists and residents will flee in droves. We can't let this happen, and we need you - our TOP agents - to unravel the intelligence, solve the clues, and crack the code that will deactivate the cannons. Porthleven and the whole of Cornwall are relying on you, Agents. Good luck!
The Great Porthleven Spy Mission - A Thrilling Treasure Hunt!
Are you ready for an exciting day out with family and friends in Porthleven? Then grab your detective hats and join us on this self-guided spy mission themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments to crack the code and complete the mission just like a true secret agent?
The Trail starts at Kitto's Field car park opposite the end of the harbour. The Trail skirts the harbour, exploring the small but distinctive village centre. It then heads over to the west side of the harbour to pass the old lifeboat house before finishing at a delightful spot along the cliff path.
Prepare for an exciting self-guided Treasure Hunt that will take you deep into the historic and scenic town of Porthleven. As you journey through the town, you'll uncover sneaky clues hidden in historic buildings, permanent features, and intriguing monuments. Keep your wits about you, as the enemy agency DEVON is always one step ahead!
So, are you ready to become a top agent and save Porthleven from disaster? The town is counting on you!
The Details
- A Spy Mission themed walking Treasure Trail around Porthleven
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 2 miles long and takes 3 hours to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Chance to win some real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw
- Circular loop Trail
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Porthleven Treasure Trail starts at:
Church Row
Porthleven
Cornwall
Cornwall
TR13 9HW
England
Mini Secret Agent Club
Mini Secret Agent Club
We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.
Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite
them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from
the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.
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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Navigating The Route
This is a circular spy mission through Porthleven’s harbour, village streets and along the Coastal Path, with agents following pavements, narrow lanes, cobbled surfaces and cliffside tracks as they gather intel to stop DEVON’s dastardly plot.
The route includes steep hills, cobbled sections, uneven ground and coastal paths, so it is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
⚠️ Important: You will be travelling along roads (including sections with no pavement), harbour edges and exposed coastal paths, so agents should stay alert at all times, walk in single file where needed and keep younger operatives under close supervision.
Take extra care near the harbour walls and cliff edges, where there are steep drops, and be mindful of waves and strong winds along the seafront.
Getting There
Time to deploy your agents and begin the mission:
By car: Kittos Field Pay & Display Car Park (TR13 9JA) is your undercover base, tucked behind the supermarket near the harbour.
⚠️ Note: This is a popular location, so it’s best to arrive early before rival agents snap up the spaces.
By public transport: Public transport options are limited, so travelling by car is the most practical way to reach the start of your mission.
Your mission begins from Kittos Field Car Park, heading out via the steps behind the coach parking area - so check your surroundings carefully and begin scanning for your first piece of intel.
Need the Loo?
Even elite agents need a quick comfort break!
Toilets can be found after Clue 10 and are signposted from the harbour corner after Clue 11, so it’s worth timing your stop as facilities are not available earlier in the mission.
Bring Your Furry Sidekicks
Four-legged agents are welcome on this mission 🐾
With a mix of village streets, harbour paths and coastal terrain, it’s a great outing for dogs - just keep leads handy near roads, crowds, livestock and especially along the cliff edges.
Food & Drink Stops
Agents, plan your supplies carefully!
The harbour area acts as your main refuel zone, with plenty of cafés and spots to grab provisions before or during your mission.
It’s also a great place to pause for a break before tackling the more exposed Coastal Path section.
Want to Make a Day of It?
Harbour Action and Coastal Drama
Porthleven’s harbour is one of Cornwall’s most atmospheric spots, especially when the waves roll in - a dramatic backdrop for undercover work.
Coastal Path and Big Sea Views
The final stretch along the Coastal Path delivers sweeping views and a proper sense of mission finale… just keep your footing steady as you go.
Maritime History and Hidden Stories
From boatbuilding roots to lifeboat history, Porthleven is packed with seafaring stories - exactly the sort of place where a secret plot might unfold.
