Sightseeing
The Minack, a working theatre, is built on a granite cliff side sloping down to the sea, and looking out over Porthcurno Bay towards craggy headlands and the Lizard Peninsula on the horizon. Enjoy subtropical gardens and admire the extraordinary carvings all around.
179 locals recommend
The Minack Theatre
The Minack, a working theatre, is built on a granite cliff side sloping down to the sea, and looking out over Porthcurno Bay towards craggy headlands and the Lizard Peninsula on the horizon. Enjoy subtropical gardens and admire the extraordinary carvings all around.
Trek through the world’s largest indoor rainforest and immerse yourself in the calm fragrance of the Mediterranean Biome. Enjoy extensive Outdoor Gardens, contemporary artworks, performance and storytelling.
1110 locals recommend
Eden Project
Trek through the world’s largest indoor rainforest and immerse yourself in the calm fragrance of the Mediterranean Biome. Enjoy extensive Outdoor Gardens, contemporary artworks, performance and storytelling.
Immerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle set high on Cornwall's rugged north coast. Inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur, for centuries this dramatic castle and coastline has fired the imaginations of writers, artists, and even the brother of a king.
297 locals recommend
Tintagel Castle bridge
South West Coast PathImmerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle set high on Cornwall's rugged north coast. Inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur, for centuries this dramatic castle and coastline has fired the imaginations of writers, artists, and even the brother of a king.
Places to drink
Tucked away in the square near Padstow Harbour is this tiny gem of a bar. Family and dog friendly you can sit inside or out. Knowledgeable staff with a fantastic range of wine and spirits.
21 locals recommend
BinTwo
Tucked away in the square near Padstow Harbour is this tiny gem of a bar. Family and dog friendly you can sit inside or out. Knowledgeable staff with a fantastic range of wine and spirits.
Local Cornish pub serving comforting seasonal favourites and some of St Austell Brewery’s best ales. Large beer garden and dog friendly. Part of Rick Steins. Lots of parking available.
57 locals recommend
The Cornish Arms
Local Cornish pub serving comforting seasonal favourites and some of St Austell Brewery’s best ales. Large beer garden and dog friendly. Part of Rick Steins. Lots of parking available.
Nestled in the heart of the Cornish countryside, Trevibban Mill is an award-winning working vineyard known for its stunning collection of Cornish wines and cider all made within a stylish and contemporary winery in a beautifully rural setting.
32 locals recommend
Trevibban Mill Vineyard
Nestled in the heart of the Cornish countryside, Trevibban Mill is an award-winning working vineyard known for its stunning collection of Cornish wines and cider all made within a stylish and contemporary winery in a beautifully rural setting.
Award winning crafted ciders, stunning views with atmospheric seating both inside and out. Family and dog friendly.
7 locals recommend
The Bearded Brewery
Award winning crafted ciders, stunning views with atmospheric seating both inside and out. Family and dog friendly.
Situated in the heart of Newquay, this rebellious little venue boasts two faces; The Rebellion restaurant itself with mouth-watering appetisers and all the classic naughty dishes Rebellion is known for, and the other side the Newquay exclusive ‘Moonshine Bar’ where their cocktail maestros can put together the drink of your dreams (or 5).
16 locals recommend
Rebellion Roast House & Moonshine Bar
34 Cliff RdSituated in the heart of Newquay, this rebellious little venue boasts two faces; The Rebellion restaurant itself with mouth-watering appetisers and all the classic naughty dishes Rebellion is known for, and the other side the Newquay exclusive ‘Moonshine Bar’ where their cocktail maestros can put together the drink of your dreams (or 5).
Places to Eat
Nestled between Mawgan Porth and Watergate Bay beaches you can unwind as you take in the sights of North Cornwall. Family & Dog friendly, great quality, home cooked, locally sourced and seasonal fresh food.
10 locals recommend
The Travellers Rest
Trevarrian HillNestled between Mawgan Porth and Watergate Bay beaches you can unwind as you take in the sights of North Cornwall. Family & Dog friendly, great quality, home cooked, locally sourced and seasonal fresh food.
One of the best locations looking over Mawgan Porth beach serving fresh home made food. Great selection of food for everyone. Both family and dog friendly with a sand play area so you can enjoy a drink while the kids play.
19 locals recommend
Merrymoor Inn Pub by the Beach
One of the best locations looking over Mawgan Porth beach serving fresh home made food. Great selection of food for everyone. Both family and dog friendly with a sand play area so you can enjoy a drink while the kids play.
WAX is located in the heart of Watergate Bay's. The Bar and Kitchen offers you a chance to experience amazing food and drink while overlooking the iconic bay in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Families and dogs both welcome.
17 locals recommend
Wax Watergate Bay
WAX is located in the heart of Watergate Bay's. The Bar and Kitchen offers you a chance to experience amazing food and drink while overlooking the iconic bay in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Families and dogs both welcome.
Situated in the beautiful Cornish countryside - the smoke shack is a favourite offering a variety of BBQ food. Both family and dog friendly - recommend booking.
32 locals recommend
The Fox's Revenge
A3058Situated in the beautiful Cornish countryside - the smoke shack is a favourite offering a variety of BBQ food. Both family and dog friendly - recommend booking.
Best cream team around - hands down.
Family and dog friendly serving home made cream teas alongside their lunch menu.
Berryfields
Best cream team around - hands down.
Family and dog friendly serving home made cream teas alongside their lunch menu.
Things to do
Historic botanical gardens, lakes, cafe, swing bridge and more.
594 locals recommend
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
B3273Historic botanical gardens, lakes, cafe, swing bridge and more.
Saint Michael's Mount
Discover the historic castle, gardens and Island life
Boat trips and tours - the best way to view stunning sea life.
22 locals recommend
Padstow Sealife Safaris
North QuayBoat trips and tours - the best way to view stunning sea life.
Flambards Theme Park
Clodgey LaneTheme park - Sky-high thrill rides, soft play and more.
Giant Slip and Slide Cornwall
360ft long with a 3m high launch ramp. 4 lanes.
Camel Creek Adventure Park
All weather attraction for all the family.
Home to a range of animals, children's playground, cafe and bar.
6 locals recommend
Old MacDonald’s Farm
B3276Home to a range of animals, children's playground, cafe and bar.
Newquay Zoo
Trenance GardensDiscover hundreds of the worlds most amazing animals.
Cycle, walk, run through the vast gardens or visit the Victorian house.
119 locals recommend
Lanhydrock House and Garden
Treffry LaneCycle, walk, run through the vast gardens or visit the Victorian house.
St Eval Kart Circuit
4 great tracks. Suitable for 3+
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Discovery QuayGreat for the family
National Lobster Hatchery
South QuayMarine conservation, research and education charity.
Harlyn Surf School
South West Coast PathSurfing, Stand up paddle boarding, Coasteering and Kayaking
Work your way around the maze to win a prize. Play area, animals, cafe.
The Cornish Maize Maze and fun farm
Leigh LaneWork your way around the maze to win a prize. Play area, animals, cafe.
Part of 'Better' Leisure Centre
Tropical themed leisure pool boasts fumes, slides and giant floating snake.
43 locals recommend
Waterworld Leisure Centre
Trenance LanePart of 'Better' Leisure Centre
Tropical themed leisure pool boasts fumes, slides and giant floating snake.
Grab something to eat/ drink and take a look into how chocolate is made
6 locals recommend
Kernow Chocolate
755 Orion DrGrab something to eat/ drink and take a look into how chocolate is made
Adrenalin Quarry
Lower Clicker RoadGiant Swing, Karting, Aqua park, Zip line, Axe throwing.
Local Beaches
Clear waters, fabulous rock pools and a natural swimming pool. Explore the natural blow hole but be careful!
Trevone Bay
Clear waters, fabulous rock pools and a natural swimming pool. Explore the natural blow hole but be careful!
A mecca for water sports, calm seas and gentle waves.
Dogs allowed.
56 locals recommend
Harlyn Bay Beach
A mecca for water sports, calm seas and gentle waves.
Dogs allowed.
Remote and sheltered perfect for building sand castles, swimming and sunbathing.
Dogs allowed.
15 locals recommend
Polventon Bay
Remote and sheltered perfect for building sand castles, swimming and sunbathing.
Dogs allowed.
Best place for rock pooling, be careful it can be slippy!
Dogs allowed.
17 locals recommend
Booby’s Bay
Best place for rock pooling, be careful it can be slippy!
Dogs allowed.
One of Cornwall's most famous beaches. Gorgeous sand dunes, rock pools, consistent surf and amazing sunsets.
Dogs allowed.
60 locals recommend
Constantine Bay
One of Cornwall's most famous beaches. Gorgeous sand dunes, rock pools, consistent surf and amazing sunsets.
Dogs allowed.
Perfect destination for family day out. Frames by sand dunes and low cliffs. Discover the secret natural pool.
Dogs allowed.
30 locals recommend
Treyarnon Bay
Perfect destination for family day out. Frames by sand dunes and low cliffs. Discover the secret natural pool.
Dogs allowed.
Usually crowd-free with rolling waves, golden sands and plenty of rock pools. Also great for winter walks.
Dogs allowed.
14 locals recommend
Porthcothan Bay
Usually crowd-free with rolling waves, golden sands and plenty of rock pools. Also great for winter walks.
Dogs allowed.
West facing beach, stunning scenery, wondrous walks and superb surfing.
Dogs allowed.
56 locals recommend
Mawgan Porth
West facing beach, stunning scenery, wondrous walks and superb surfing.
Dogs allowed.
Two miles of golden sand popular with surfers and
kite surfers.
Dogs allowed.
91 locals recommend
Watergate Bay
Watergate BayTwo miles of golden sand popular with surfers and
kite surfers.
Dogs allowed.
Local Shops
A small shop based in St Eval, perfect to pick up any essentials you may need.
St Eval R A F Station Post Office
750 Orion DrA small shop based in St Eval, perfect to pick up any essentials you may need.
Tesco Superstore
Sarah's LaneLarger Tesco in Padstow.
Morrisons
Large Morrison's based in Newquay
Co-op Food - St Columb Major - Fore Street
58 Market PlSmall Co-Op in St Columb