North Cornwall

For those considering holiday cottages in North Cornwall, you soon come to realise the area has a distinct character of its own. With a rugged north coastline interspersed with glorious beaches and a lush green interior contrasting with Bodmin Moor, the choice of self catering holidays in North Cornwall is rich and varied.

North Cornwall Coast

For those considering holiday cottages in North Cornwall, you soon come to realise the area has a distinct character of its own. With a rugged north coastline interspersed with glorious beaches and a lush green interior contrasting with Bodmin Moor, the choice of self catering holidays in North Cornwall is rich and varied. A must for any first time visitor to Cornwall is a visit to the Eden Project. Said to be one of the new wonders of the modern world, it’s set within the almost surreal ‘moonscape’ of the china clay workings near St Austell.

There are also a variety of historic towns and villages to visit – Tintagel, for example, dates back to the 5th century and is renowned for its association with King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.

Food & Drink

For the foodies, there is a wealth of restaurants, cafés and bars to choose from, including Rick Stein’s eateries in Padstow and the Jamie Oliver-inspired Fifteen in Watergate Bay.

Events in North Cornwall

Bude Jazz Festival

Bude Jazz Festival

Top UK and international jazz, blues, swing and boogie bands make up the Bude Jazz festival, with over 120 events including street parades, late night jam sessions and a dance marquee.

Late August - Early September
budejazzfestival.co.uk

Rock Oyster Festival

Rock Oyster Festival

Live music, performing arts, endless entertainment for kids, and of course fantastic seafood.

June 17-19
rockoysterfestival.co.uk

Eden Sessions

Eden Sessions

A truly magical experience in Eden's natural amphitheatre. Previous performers include Jack Johnson, Paolo Nutini, Pendulum and Calvin Harris. Your ticket also includes a daytime pass to the Eden Project.

July to August
edenproject.com/sessions

Fifteen Farmers 
Market

Fifteen Farmers 
Market

Amazing local produce, delicious fresh food and cooker demonstrations by Cornwall's best chefs.

1st October
fifteencornwall.co.uk

Padstow 'Obby Oss' Festival

Padstow 'Obby Oss' Festival

A colourful tradition that takes place on the first day in May in the quaint harbour town of Padstow. Expect lots of dancing, singing and performance.

May
padstow.com

Newquay Boardmasters

Newquay Boardmasters

Be part of the UK's biggest surf, skate and music festival at this years 'Boardmasters', held in the popular seaside resort of Newquay.

August 10-14
boardmasters.co.uk

 

World Bellyboard Championships

World Bellyboard Championships

The World Bellyboard Championships is open to all ages and abilites and takes place at Chapel Porth, St Agnes. The only rules?... No wetsuits or surfboards allowed!

First Sunday in September
bellyboarding.co.uk

Image: National Trust/Apex

St Pirans Day

St Pirans Day

Patron Saint of Cornwall and Tinners. Events occur throughout the county. 

5 March
perranporthinfo.co.uk