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If you are looking for a guide to Cornwall, you are in the right place. This site is your guide to beaches, gardens, places to eat and the best attractions in Cornwall. The site is being developed as an aid for visitors to Cornwall and is a resource for guests with useful information on staying in Cornwall. We will continue to add to this Cornwall guide so that your stay in Cornwall is as enjoyable as possible. Running in conjunction with the website, all Cornish Cottage Holidays guests will receive a Stay card prior to their holiday. This card will entitle them to discounts for many of the region's top attractions.


Activities

  • - Golf Holidays Cornwall -

    Golf Holidays Cornwall offer advice and guidance on the perfect tour and can arrange tee times for Cornish Cottage Holidays customers at discounted (up to 15%) rates.

  • Alison's Tours

    Alison's Tours offer guided town walks of Falmouth, Truro, Helston, Redruth and Penryn.

  • Aquacab, Falmouth

    Aquacab is the Fal Estuary's covenient water-taxi service which picks up and drops off at many points in and around Truro, Falmouth and St Mawes.

  • Atlantic Diver, Newquay

    Family-run Atlantic Diver operate a superfast catamaran out of Newquay harbour.

  • Barry Mundy's Boat Trips, Mullion

    Barry Mundy, a Cornish fisherman, offers boat trips around the beautifully rugged Mullion coastline.

  • Basset's Cove to Portreath (1.5 miles - medium to difficult)

    Park your car at the Tehidy Country Park car park on the B3301, which runs along the coast.

  • Bodmin - Dragon Leisure Centre

    Dragon Leisure Centre at Bodmin has a 25-metre heated indoor swimming pool with a flume, learner pool and spectator facilities.

  • Bodmin - Hallagenna Farm Riding Stables

    Hallagenna Riding Stables offer tuition for riders of all abilities (from the age of 5 years).

  • Bodmin - Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Course

    Lanhydrock Golf Course lies in a sheltered, wooded valley near Bodmin.

  • Boscastle - Tredole Trekking and Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Boscastle.

  • Boscastle to Buckator (2.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found at the Cobweb car park in Boscastle.

  • Botallack to Pendeen (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    This is a relatively short path and can therefore be walked as a circular route back round to Botallack.

  • Bude - Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club

    Established in 1981, the Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club has a challenging links course.

  • Bude - Efford Down Riding Stables

    All trekking at Efford Down is off road, on their 100 acre farm.

  • Bude - Ivyleaf Golf Course

    Ivyleaf Golf Course, between Bude and Kilkhampton, boasts fantastic views of the north Cornwall coastline.

  • Bude - Maer Lane Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Bude.

  • Bude - Splash Leisure Pool

    Splash Leisure Pool is 35 metres long and has a wave machine and monster flume slide.

  • Bude Haven to Sandymouth (3 miles - difficult, not suitable for the less agile)

    Park your car in the car park beside the Tourist Information Centre in Bude.

  • Callington - Timberdown Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Callington.

  • Camborne - Tehidy Park Golf Club

    Tehidy Park Golf Club has an 18-hole, par 71 course which offers a challenging game to players of all abilities.

  • Camelford - Bowood Park Hotel and Golf Club

    Set within a designated area of Special Landscape Value, Bowood Park's par 72 golf course is well drained and built to USGA standards.

  • Camelford - Camelford Leisure Centre

    Camelford Leisure Centre has a 20-foot indoor swimming pool, and offers length swimming as well as childrens' activities.

  • Camelford - Lakefield Equestrian Centre

    Lakefield Equestrian Centre is approved by both the British Horse Society (BHS) and the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA).

  • Cape Cornwall to Botallack (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    There is parking at Cape Cornwall in a National Trust car park.

  • Chapel Porth to St Agnes (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    There is a small car park at Chapel Porth with a beach cafe and toilets.

  • Cornwall Power Cruises, Falmouth

    Cornwall Power Cruises offer luxury skippered cruises from their base at Falmouth.

  • Divewright Services, based at Hayle

    Divewright Services offer scenic tours of the north Cornish coast on board San Pablo III, a fully equipped 33 foot Aquabell, based at Hayle.

  • Elemental Tours, Land's End

    Elemental Tours offer wildlife, ocean and coastal cruises around Land's End and the Lizard Peninsula, onboard their 12-seater RIB.

  • Enterprise Boats, linking Falmouth and Truro

    Enterprise Boats run boat trips along the River Fal from Falmouth and St Mawes to Truro and Malpas.

  • Falmouth - Bosvathick Farm Riding Stables

    Set on a 92-acre farm near Falmouth, family-run Bosvathick Riding Stables have a selection of 30 horses and ponies available for riders of all abilities.

  • Falmouth - Falmouth Golf Club

    Falmouth's established par 71 golf course is one of the oldest courses in Cornwall.

  • Falmouth - Penty Noweth Riding Centre

    Riding stables near Falmouth.

  • Falmouth - Ships and Castles Leisure Pool

    Ships and Castles Leisure Pool provides a fun day out for the whole family.

  • Falmouth - The Budock Vean Hotel

    The Budock Vean's golf course, set in mature parkland, is located in an area of Outsatnding Natural Beauty on the south-facing bank of the Helford River.

  • Fowey Marine Adventures, Fowey

    Fowey Marine Adventures offer boat trips and cruises along the coast of South East Cornwall, a Designated Area of Exceptionally Fine Scenic Quality.

  • Godrevy Point to Basset's Cove (4 miles - easy)

    Parking can be found at Godrevy Point on top of the cliff.

  • Gunwalloe to Mullion Cove (2.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    This path begins near Gunwalloe beach beside the golf links, and parking is available in the National Trust car park in the cove.

  • Hayle - Old Mill Stables

    Riding stables near Hayle.

  • Hayle Towans to Lelant (3.5 miles - easy)

    *Please take note that this particular footpath involves a considerable amount of roadside walking.

  • Helford River Boats, near Falmouth

    Helford River Boats at Mawnan Smith near Falmouth hire out day boats (for up to 6 people) and sports kayaks.

  • Helford River Expeditions

    Helford River Expectations – part of Carwinion Gardens at Mawnan Smith - offer a range of services including garden tours, canoeing and kayaking, bird watching and overnight trips along the beautiful Helford River.

  • Helston - Helston Sports Centre

    Helston Sports Centre offer swimming lessons and open swimming sessions, as well as fun sessions for children.

  • Helston - Poltesco Valley Stables

    This small and friendly riding school is located on the Lizard Peninsula, and offers beach and farm hacks as well as lessons in their sand school.

  • High Cliff to Crackington Haven (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    There is a small layby near Trevigue Farm where you can leave your car.

  • K&S Cruises, Falmouth

    K&S Cruises offer cruises of the River Fal throughout the year.

  • Lamorna to Mousehole (2.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    This is a circular walk, starting and ending in Mousehole.

  • Land's End to Porthgwarra (4 miles - medium-difficult)

    Park at Land's End, in the pay and display car park at the visitor centre.

  • Land's End to Sennen Cove (1.5 miles - fairly easy)

    Land's End is the most westerly part of the British Isles and boasts some spectacular scenery.

  • Landewednack Church Cove to Kennack Sands (3 miles - medium-difficult)

    Free parking can be found at the Lizard Green - from here, follow the path along Beacon Terrace, passing the Lizard Pasty Shop, and down into Church Cove.

  • Launceston - Elm Park Equestrian Centre

    Riding stables near Launceston.

  • Launceston - Launceston Golf Club

    Launceston Golf Club enjoys spectacular countryside views over Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, as well as the town's historic castle.

  • Launceston - Trethorne Golf Club

    Trethorne Golf Club is set in tranquil Cornish countryside, just 30 minutes from Plymouth.

  • Liskeard - Lower Tokenbury Equestrian Centre

    Lower Tokenbury Equestrian Centre, an approved ABRS establishment, offers tuition for all levels of ability.

  • Liskeard - Pensilva Livery

    Riding stables near Liskeard.

  • Loe Beach Watersports Centre, Truro

    Loe Beach Watersports Centre hires out motor boats, day sail boats, sailing dinghies, kayaks and windsurf equipment.

  • Looe - Looe Golf Club

    Looe Golf Club and course was designed by six-times Open Champion winner, Harry Vardon.

  • Lostwithiel - Lostwithiel Hotel Golf and Country Club

    Lostwithiel Hotel's golf course is set amongst 150 acres of rolling wooded hills in the valley of the River Fowey.

  • Maenporth to Falmouth (4.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    Park your car just behind Maenporth beach and get on to the coastal footpath, climbing upwards towards the kissing gate.

  • Maenporth to Rosemullion Head (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found just beyond the beach at Maenporth, and the path starts along High Cliff.

  • Marine Discovery, Penzance

    Marine Discovery Penzance offer sea safari boat trips from Penzance harbour aboard their jet RIB 'Shearwater'.

  • Mawgan Porth to Watergate Bay (2 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found in the village of Mawgan Porth behind the shops.

  • Mermaid Pleasure Trips, based in Penzance

    Mermaid Pleasure Trips is a family-run business based in Penzance.

  • Mevagissey to Trenarren (4 miles - steep in parts)

    Park your car in the car park at Mevagissey and then walk down into the harbour.

  • Mousehole to Newlyn (1.5 miles - fairly easy)

    This is a relatively short and mainly level walk.

  • Mullion - Mullion Golf Club

    Located on the cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula, Mullion golf course is one of the most southerly courses in the UK.

  • Mullion Cove to Kynance Cove (4.5 miles - medium-difficult)

    Parking can be found next to the Mullion Cove Hotel, from where the footpath is indicated down towards the harbour (some steps involved).

  • Mylor Boat Hire, near Falmouth

    Mylor Boat Hire near Falmouth have boats for everyone, including family motorboats, sailing boats, dinghies, launches and punts.

  • Newquay - Holywell Golf

    Holywell's 18-hole par 3 golf course, with first class fairways, boasts spectacular views of the National Trust protected Holywell Bay beach.

  • Newquay - Killiworgie Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Newquay.

  • Newquay - Merlin Golf Course

    This hilltop 18-hole golf course has been designed to suit players of all abilities, with beautiful views of the coast.

  • Newquay - Newquay Golf Club

    Newquay Golf Club's course offers spectacular views of Fistral beach and the Headland.

  • Newquay - St Newlyn East Golf Course

    St Newlyn East Golf Course is a seasonal Pay and Play course, open from April 6th to October 30th - 8.

  • Newquay - Treloy Golf Club

    Created by golf course designer, Bob Sandow, Treloy Golf Club on the outskirts of Newquay was opened in 1991.

  • Newquay - Trenance Riding School

    Trenance Riding Stables near Newquay offer lessons, trekking and hacking - as well pub rides for experienced riders.

  • Newquay to Trevelgue Head (3 miles - easy)

    This walk involves mainly beach walking, and is therefore relatively flat and easy-going, although there are some steps to climb towards the end of the walk.

  • Nigel Legge's Boat Trips, Cadgwith

    Nigel Legge, a fisherman, artist and traditional lobster pot maker, offers boat trips from Cadgwith beach.

  • Orca Sea Safaris, Falmouth

    Orca Sea Safaris offer wildlife watching and coastal boat trips from their base in Falmouth.

  • Padstow - Tresallyn Riding Stables

    Tresallyn Stables offer rides and lessons for all levels of ability.

  • Padstow - Trevose Golf and Country Club

    Trevose Golf and Country Club have three courses, all with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the wide sandy beaches which stretch along the north Cornish coastline.

  • Padstow to Polzeath (3 miles - easy difficulty)

    There are plenty of car parks in Padstow, either in the town itself or on the quay.

  • Par - Snowland Riding Centre

    Located close to Par beach and the coastal footpath, Snowland Riding Centre has horses and ponies to suit riders of all abilities.

  • Penzance - Cape Cornwall Golf and Leisure Resort at St Just

    Cape Cornwall Golf and Leisure Resort is home to Britain's first and last 18 hole golf course.

  • Penzance - Mulfra Trekking Centre

    Riding stables near Penzance.

  • Penzance - Romany Walks Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Penzance.

  • Penzance - St Clare Swimming Pool at Penzance Leisure Centre

    Penzance Leisure Centre has a 25 metre swimming pool and a smaller pool for learning.

  • Penzance to Marazion (3.5 miles - easy)

    This walk starts in the ancient market town of Penzance, near the station and Tourist Information Centre on the seafront.

  • Perranporth - Perranporth Golf Club

    This par 72 champion golf course on the north coast of Cornwall provides a challenge for both novices and experienced players.

  • Pixie Tours

    Pixie Tours offer chauffeured tours of Cornwall, providing local knowledge and taking visitors to places less well-known and off the beaten track.

  • Polkerris to Fowey (4.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found in the pay and display car park above Polkerris and head back down into the village.

  • Polperro to Talland Bay (2 miles - easy-medium difficulty)

    Park your car at the Crumplehorn car park above Polperro and start your walk near the harbour.

  • Port Isaac to Tregardock (5 miles - difficult)

    Parking can be found at Castle Rock car park in Port Isaac.

  • Porthallow to Gillan Creek (3.5 miles - easy-medium difficult)

    Park your car at Porthallow beach (pay and display) and start your path behind the beach where signposted.

  • Porthcurno to Land's End (3.5 miles - medium-difficult)

    This is a very pleasant walk with beautiful views - it does, however, involve some more difficult aspects involving climbing steps.

  • Porthleven to Gunwalloe Fishing Cove (5 miles - medium difficulty)

    This walk begins in the harbour at Porthleven and involves a considerable amount of cliff walking, so may not be suitable for the less able.

  • Porthluney beach to Dodman Point (3 miles - medium, but quite steep in parts)

    Park your car at Porthluney beach and make your way on to the road.

  • Porthtowan to Chapel Porth (1.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    At Porthtowan, parking can be found either in the large car park near the beach, or on the roadside.

  • Portreath to Porthtowan (4 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found in the large car park at Portreath beach, or along the roadside in the village.

  • Portscatho to Carne beach (4 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found above Porthcurnick beach at Portscatho.

  • Rachel Lambert's Wild Food Walks

    Rachel Lambert’s Wild Food Walks offer guided walks of the Cornish countryside with a difference! Rachel’s walks involve foraging for wild food and learning about nature, including how to identify and use edible wild plants.

  • Redruth - Carn Brea Leisure Centre

    Carn Brea Leisure Centre has a 25 metre indoor heated swimming pool and a separate learner pool.

  • Sailaway, St Anthony

    Sailaway hire out diesel launches which are suitable for families and fishing in Falmouth Bay as well as outboard motorboats, which are more suitable for sailing around the smaller coves and creeks.

  • Saltash - China Fleet Country Club

    China Fleet Country Club's Championship course boasts stunning views over the River Tamar.

  • Saltash - St Mellion Golf Club

    St Mellion has two Championship golf courses, and has hosted the Benson and Hedges International six times.

  • Seaton to Portwrinkle (4 miles - easy to medium difficulty)

    Park your car at the large car park behind Seaton beach and then commence your journey by walking along the road towards Downderry.

  • South West RIB Charter, based in Plymouth

    South West RIB Charter are specialists in skippered and bareboat RIB hire.

  • Specialised Charters

    Specialised Charters on Obsession provide trips for fishing, photography or sightseeing.

  • St Agnes - Goonbell Riding Centre

    Riding stables near St Agnes.

  • St Austell - Barguse Riding Centre

    Family-run Barguse is a BHS Approved Riding Establishment which caters for riders of all abilities.

  • St Austell - Boskell Riding Centre

    Riding stables near St Austell.

  • St Austell - Carlyon Bay Golf Club

    Atop the cliffs at Carlyon Bay, and with magnificent views, is this 18 hole Championship golf course.

  • St Austell - Lanjeth Riding School

    Riding Stables near St Austell.

  • St Austell - Polkyth Leisure Centre

    Polkyth Leisure Centre has an indoor 25 metre heated swimming pool as well as a 3 metre deep diving pit with diving board.

  • St Austell - Porthpean Golf Club and Driving Range

    Porthpean is a relaxed and informal club who offer a variety of packages to suit your needs.

  • St Ives - Penhalwyn Trekking Centre and School

    Riding stables near St Ives.

  • St Ives - St Ives Leisure Centre

    St Ives Leisure Centre has two pools - a main one, and one for children.

  • St Ives - West Cornwall Golf Club at Lelant

    West Cornwall Golf Club is the oldest club in the county, and welcomes members and visitors alike.

  • St Ives to Carbis Bay (1.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    This walk begins at Porthmeor beach, where there is a pay and display car park.

  • Stanbury Mouth to Marsland Mouth (3 miles - difficult)

    Parking can be found either by Morwenstow Church or by the Bush Inn at Crosstown.

  • Tintagel to Trevalga (2.5 miles - medium difficulty)

    Parking can be found in the main car park in Fore Street, Tintagel.

  • Torpoint - Whitsand Bay Hotel Leisure and Golf

    Whitsand Bay's golf course is set on the cliff between Crafthole and Portwrinkle.

  • Treasure Trails

    Although Treasure Trails are not technically guided tours, they do provide a unique way for your and your family to get out and about in Cornwall, discovering places you’ve never been to before and learning lots along the way.

  • Trevellas Porth to Perranporth (3 miles - medium difficulty)

    There is limited parking available at Trevellas Porth.

  • Treyarnon to Trevone (5 miles - medium difficulty)

    There is a large car park at Treyarnon.

  • Truro - Chiverton Riding Centre

    Chiverton Riding Centre is Pony Club Approved, and is the base for the Chiverton Riding for the Disabled Group.

  • Truro - Foxhole Farm Riding Stables

    Riding stables near Truro.

  • Truro - Killiow Golf

    Set in the magnificient grounds of Killiow Estate, Killiow Golf has two courses - The Main Course and the 4-Hole Academy Course.

  • Truro - Resparveth Farm Riding School

    Riding stables near Truro.

  • Truro - The Veryan Riding Centre

    Riding stables near Truro.

  • Truro - Truro Golf Club

    This challenging 18-hole parkland course with beautiful countryside views provides enjoyable golf for all.

  • Truro - Truro Leisure Centre

    Truro Leisure Centre has a traditional 6-lane, 25 metre long pool, as well as a smaller teaching pool.

  • Wadebridge - St Enodoc Golf Club

    Designed by James Braid, St Enodoc Golf Club has one of the finest links courses in the South West of England.

  • Wadebridge - Wadebridge Leisure Centre

    Wadebridge Leisure Centre has a 4-lane 25 metre indoor swimming pool and a learner pool.

  • Walk It Cornwall

    Walk It Cornwall, run by Paul and Ceri Simmons, offer guided walks and tours around the Lizard Peninsula and the Helford area.

  • West Looe to Seaton (4 miles - medium to difficult)

    Parking can be found at Millpool car park in West Looe.

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