Nostalgic memories of Port Quin's local history

Share your own memories of Port Quin and read what others have said

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our web site to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was when the photographs in our archive were taken. From brief one-liners explaining a little bit more about the image depicted, to great, in-depth accounts of a childhood when things were rather different than today (and everything inbetween!). We've had many contributors recognising themselves or loved ones in our photographs.

Why not add your memory today and become part of our Memories Community to help others in the future delve back into their past.

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Late 60's booked stay in Port Quin with N T. It has always been one of the most delightful places to have been to. I think it is what most people would call the perfect Cornish inlet. I have not been there for years but just hope it is still as beautiful as I remember.
As a young man with my first car and girlfriend we toured Cornwall and came across Port Quin, wow what a place. No one came here, most of the houses were derelict, the small car park to the left was the only place to park about six cars and it was full. We used to look over the bay to Quay Cottage and dreamt what a lovely place. Years went past, still dreaming. Then in 1990 I found out who owed Qquay Cottage and asked ...see more