Lodge 27, Retallack Resort & Spa
St Columb
Lelant
The Cwtch Cottage, East Thorne
Bude
Porthleven
The Ocean Room Roundhouse, East Thorne
Bude
Harrowbarrow
St Ives
7 The Manor, Porthkidney Sands
Lelant
Oak Cottage, The Woodland Collection
Hayle
Crantock
Inner Visions, Dunes at Upton Towans
Hayle
The Ember Room Roundhouse, East Thorne
Bude
Callington, Tamar Valley
Porthleven
Mousehole
Beech Cottage, The Woodland Collection
Hayle
Newquay
Laity Vean Farmhouse and Hideaway
Carbis Bay
Helston
Kingsand
Lelant
Mawgan Porth
Lower Trewince
Mousehole
The Boat House Roundhouse, East Thorne
Bude
Hayle
Carbis Bay
Lelant
Mawgan Porth
Horseshoe Cottage, Arrowan Common Farm
Coverack
St Ives
Barn Cottage, Arrowan Common Farm
Coverack
Port Isaac
Bude
Holly Cottage, The Woodland Collection
Hayle
Bude
6 The Manor, Porthkidney Sands
Lelant
Carbis Bay
Redruth
Newquay
Sycamore Cottage, The Woodland Collection
Hayle
Fern Leaf Roundhouse, East Thorne
Bude
Cornwall may be easy on the eye, but it’s so much more than a pretty face! There’s a day out to suit every kind of visitor (and every kind of weather). Let’s start with one of Cornwall’s favourite attractions, the spectacular Eden Project. Those gigantic biomes continue to inspire visitors of all ages, and there are plenty of activities to bring the attraction to life for the little ones.
If you’re intent on following in Poldark’s footsteps then head to West Cornwall. You’ll be able to visit the mining landscape that stars as the backdrop to the series. The abandoned engine house of Wheal Owles at Botallack, is one of the most famous Poldark locations, so it’s a great spot for a wander and some photo opportunities. For good old fashioned family attractions in Cornwall, it’s got to be Newquay. You’ll find surf schools galore, Newquay Zoo and the Blue Reef Aquarium, and that’s before you even head to the beaches!
Speaking of beaches in Cornwall, it’s time to get those flip flops and beach towels packed. Cornwall holidays are all about finding a little patch of sand and calling it home (for a day anyway!). If you’re after popular beaches that have everything the kids like, head to Towan Beach in Newquay. This sandy beach is so close to the centre of town you won’t have far to carry those beach bags, and the Blue Reef Aquarium is right beside it too.
If you fancy catching a wave or two, head to Fistral. The centre of Cornwall’s thriving surf scene, Fistral’s home to the Newquay Activity Centre. The centre’s professionals can teach pretty much anyone to surf (they aim to have you standing on the board within two hours of being in the water), and what a way to get the kids excited about family breaks again!
Perranporth Beach is another firm favourite, and it’s one of those stretches of sand that seem to go on forever. A beautiful spot for a walk or a day in the sun, this beach is close to the town centre too, so it’s pretty much perfect.
They may be a laidback bunch in Cornwall, but the county’s home to a huge foodie scene. Cornwall holidays are about tucking into locally sourced dishes with views that are Instagram gold. If you head to Port Isaac (made famous as the setting for Doc Martin), you’ll find Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen, set in a former fisherman’s cottage overlooking the harbour.
Over in Padstow, Rick Stein’s foodie empire draws food fans from all over the country. Whether you keep it casual and opt for Stein’s Fish & Chips, or go fancy at The Seafood Restaurant, you can expect fresh fish you’ll never forget. Over in Falmouth, The Wheelhouse Restaurant has a huge following on Trip Advisor, so make sure you add it to your list of restaurant in Cornwall to sample. This colourful shack serves up mouthwatering seafood dishes with a great atmosphere – and it’s an experience as much as it is an eatery.
One of the best things about Cornwall is that dogs receive a warm welcome wherever possible. There are more dog friendly Cornwall pubs, restaurants and attractions than you can shake a stick at, and that means there’s no need to leave your best friend behind. The dog friendly beaches aren’t too bad either, and they include Fistral Beach in Newquay, Summerleaxe Beach in Bude, Harlyn Bay in Padstow and Watergate Bay near Newquay.
The Bodmin & Wenford railway welcomes dogs aboard, and dogs are welcome to wander the miles and miles of pathways at the Eden Project. They’re not allowed inside the biomes, but you can still enjoy a unique walkies in a beautiful setting.
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