North Cornwall

Areas in North Cornwall - Bodmin Newquay

North Cornwall has fast become one of the most exciting holiday destinations in the UK. With its mild climate, abundance of attractions, places to visit and world famous beaches it’s the perfect destination to get away from it all.

Regardless of age or interests North Cornwall has plenty on offer. Whether you enjoy walking, great views, pretty seaside towns and fishing villages, specialty shops, local history, relaxing on the beach or maybe something a bit more energetic such as surfing and other extreme sports North Cornwall has it all in abundance.

The North Cornwall coastline is truly beautiful with over xxx beaches you can take up the latest sports craze or simply relax. For the explorer in you there is plenty of history to indulge in from the historic towns of Padstow and Newquay to the Arthurian Legend at Tintagel Castle.

Sports in North Cornwall

Be as active (or inactive!) as you like, from surfing, sailing, climbing, abseiling, canoeing, cliff jumping, kite surfing, mountain boarding and diving, every sport you can imagine is available on the North coast of Cornwall.

There are plenty or activity centres in the area so even if you are a novice but want to try your hand at one or two of these popular activities there is always help at hand.

For a more relaxing sport the Newquay area boast some of the finest golf courses.

The Great Outdoors

If you wish to escape the town there are more than 10 circular walks to discover. Some take you onto the beaches and high up on the cliff paths to take in the sweeping sea views while others lead you to other points of natural beauty and interest.

Sights worth visiting include the harbour, the River Gannel tidal estuary, the fly and active promenades built on the site of the pilchard-curing cellars, Huer’s House on Towan Headland, Trevelgue Head Island ancient village settlement and the Tumuli prehistoric burial places at Whipsiderry, Porth Island and Barrowfields.

Without even starting the car the keen walker or cyclist can follow the St Piran trail out of Newquay on a picturesque journey through villages and patchwork countryside taking in ancient buildings and stunning gardens. Or you could travel south of Newquay for four miles along peaceful rural lanes to visit the spectacular National Trust property, Trerice Manor - an elaborate Elizabethan house complete with beautiful gardens and a lawnmower museum.

Rainy Day Activities

Paradise Park
Cornwall’s top wildlife sanctuary set around a Victorian walled garden, and features tropical plants which thrive in Cornwall’s mild climate.

Brocklands Adventure Park
A family day out with Supa Karts, Bumper Boats, Archery, Swings, Aerial Slide, Wildlife Walk & Pond, Steam Railway, Paddle Boats, Racing Cars, Pony Rides, Play Area, Roller Racers, Outdoor Assault Course and Undercover Playland.

Food lovers

There has been a massive food revolution in Cornwall over the past few years making it one of the places in the UK to sample some of the finest seafood and organic local produce. Rick Stein’s presence in Padstow has re-invented the town and now Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen restaurant is doing the same for Newquay. It's popularity is well known, yet out of season deals on lunches make it worthwhile trying to get a last minute booking, even a week or two in advance. If you are struggling to get a reservation, try Explore South West who can often get tables at Fifteen and Rick’s Seafood restaurant. They can also arrange to take you there and back in their bio-fuel taxis, so you can feel good about yourself while feasting!

But it’s not just Jamie and Rick who are good for all you food lovers out there. Lewinnick Lodge on the Pentire Headland has great food and about the best views going. The Lusty Glaze restaurant does great British food with a Mediterannean flavour and is situated in a lovely sandy cove at the north end of Newquay. From here you can watch the surf and the surfers while you sit back and relax.

In the centre of town Fistral Blu and Chy Bar can be relied on for gourmet food and panoramic sea views.

Rest assured there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy a traditional Cornish pasty, ice cream or why not try a pub meal and sample some Cornish ale in the numerous local bars?

Areas in North Cornwall