Follow the River Seaton inland from the coast and you will soon come across The Copley Arms, a characterful 17th-century pub in the Cornish village of Hessenford. Stone walls, beamed ceilings, open fires and cosy corners give the pub plenty of traditional charm, while outside, generous riverside gardens and patios provide a lovely spot to sit beside the water. With eight individually styled bedrooms, a strong focus on local produce and the beaches at Seaton and Downderry around five minutes away, the pub is an appealing base for discovering this quieter corner of South East Cornwall. Spend the day walking the coast, exploring Looe and the Rame Peninsula or simply head to the beach, then return for a pint of local ale and supper beside the river.
The Copley Arms Hessenford, Cornwall, PL11 3HJ
- 8 bedrooms
- 8 bedrooms
Riverside charm near the Cornish coast
Facilties & Amenities
- Beer Garden
- Breakfast
- Dog Friendly Rooms
- Family Friendly
- Log Fires
- Parking
Bedrooms
The Copley Arms has eight individually styled en-suite bedrooms, with five tucked above the historic pub and another three in the cottage behind. Designed as calm, comfortable retreats after a day on the Cornish coast, the rooms combine country-pub character with thoughtful contemporary touches. Expect king or super king-size beds, feather and down duvets and pillows, Smart TVs, tea and coffee-making facilities, and natural toiletries. Dogs are welcome on request with prior acknowledgement and Z-beds for children can be arranged in selected larger rooms – additional charges apply.
Food & Drink
There is something particularly satisfying about returning from a day beside the sea to a proper Cornish pub, and food at The Copley Arms makes a good excuse to do exactly that. The kitchen champions fresh West Country produce, turning it into hearty pub classics and British favourites designed for relaxed lunches, leisurely suppers and hungry walkers. Alongside the main menu, there are pizzas, while Sundays bring traditional roasts served until the pub sells out. The traditional bar is stocked with local ales, lagers and a varied wine list. When the weather is fine, take your drink outside to the riverside patio and watch the River Seaton roll past; when Cornwall turns a little more blustery, the stone-walled interior, open fires and woodburners come into their own.
