St Anthony-in-MeneageSt. Anthony-in-Meneage

St Anthony-in-Meneage at a glance

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St Anthony-in-Meneage isn't just a village; it's a whisper on the wind, a secret tucked deep within the Helford River's embrace. Wildly rural yet profoundly coastal, its atmosphere is one of serene, timeless escape. Here, ancient trees meet sparkling tidal waters, offering a tranquil haven far from the madding crowd. It's Cornwall at its most

The Meneage peninsula, where St Anthony nestles, derives its name from the Cornish 'Meneg' , meaning 'monks' land', hinting at an ancient monastic presence even before the Norman conquest. Our iconic church, St Anthony-in-Meneage, traces its roots to a 12th-century priory, dissolved centuries ago, but its spiritual heart remains. This corner of Cornwall eschewed the

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