The most scenic drives in Cornwall
Road trip, anyone? Whether you fancy taking the scenic route to your holiday home, admiring a range of scenery from the comfort of your car, or embarking upon a rainy day excursion, Cornwall is chock with pretty places perfect for a drive-by.
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10 of the most picturesque harbours in Cornwall
Along with iconic structures such as St Michael’s Mount and The Minack Theatre that are built into their striking surrounds, Cornwall is home to a host of must-see harbours that stand as beautiful attractions themselves.
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Dog friendly days out in Padstow
Cornwall is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday with your furry friends. We’ve put together some suggestions of dog friendly places to visit in Padstow so all of the family can go! Walk the camel trail Why not walk
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Days out in North Cornwall
Relish the great outdoors, feed your inner adrenaline junkie or take a tour of North Cornwall’s cultural landscape: the area is awash with things to see and do for some ultra memorable days out. Comprising forty miles of world-class coastline,
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Padstow foodie places… where the locals go
When staying in Padstow, it’s often hard to decide where’s best to eat out, especially with so much on offer in this foodie famed part of Cornwall. To help you choose, we’ve put together our favourite places to eat in
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Padstow ‘Obby ‘Oss day
Padstow’s famous May Day festivities have taken place in this beautiful Cornish fishing port for centuries. A custom held close to the hearts of all Padstonians, it’s a time when those living away, return home to rejoin family and friends in celebrating their community, and the coming of summer.
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Lifeboat Stations in Cornwall
Famous for its maritime culture, Cornwall is – in short – synonymous with the sea. From pirates and smugglers to surfers and sailors, the fact that the county is practically surrounded by water is central to both the identity of
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Day Trips from Port Isaac
Tear yourself away from the famous harbour and stunning village to explore what lies beyond Port Isaac, where a string of potential day trips invite you to seek out North Cornwall’s bounty of other beautiful sights. Conveniently located on the
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Baby-friendly active days out in Cornwall
When staying at a family friendly holiday cottage in Cornwall, what better way to take in the scenery and occupy the little ones than with an exhilarating exploration of Cornwall’s great outdoors? With so many ways to actively adventure out
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Our favourite beaches in North Cornwall
There are so many stunning beaches in Cornwall, and with the North Coast of Cornwall being home to such a variety, we’ve featured our favourites and what makes them special. If you’re staying in one of our Newquay holiday cottages,
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The Rick Stein Experience: Top 5 in Cornwall
Perfectly placed to produce the freshest fare from fertile, sun-fed land and Atlantic Ocean, Cornwall’s foodie scene is fast becoming world renowned – and not just for its legendary pasties and cream teas, but for its modern spate of celebrity
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May Day celebrations
Heralding the end of winter and the arrival of spring, May Day is commonly observed throughout Europe and beyond. In north Cornwall the ancient ‘Obby ‘Oss festival in Padstow on May 1st sees the village awash with up to 30,000
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