Nicola’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Explore massive covered Biomes to trek though 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. Discover places to rest, play and eat, and pick up inspiring ideas to take home on how to care for the planet that cares for you.
1111 locals recommend
Eden Project
Explore massive covered Biomes to trek though 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. Discover places to rest, play and eat, and pick up inspiring ideas to take home on how to care for the planet that cares for you.
The camel trail - A 17.3 mile trail running from Padstow to Wenford Bridge via Wadebridge and Bodmin. Hire Bikes, walk or horse ride. Hire bikes from Camel Trail Cycle Hire www.cameltrailcyclehire.co.uk and enjoy miles of traffic free freedom passing bluebell woods, picnic spots and pubs. A fish and chip supper from the famous Rick Steins in Padstow is the perfect way to complete your adventure!
33 locals recommend
The Camel Trail
The camel trail - A 17.3 mile trail running from Padstow to Wenford Bridge via Wadebridge and Bodmin. Hire Bikes, walk or horse ride. Hire bikes from Camel Trail Cycle Hire www.cameltrailcyclehire.co.uk and enjoy miles of traffic free freedom passing bluebell woods, picnic spots and pubs. A fish and chip supper from the famous Rick Steins in Padstow is the perfect way to complete your adventure!
A favourite spot for lunch or afternoon tea. Great place to buy homewares and gifts. (21 mins drive) www.duchyofcornwallnursery.co.uk
52 locals recommend
Duchy Of Cornwall Nursery
Cott RoadA favourite spot for lunch or afternoon tea. Great place to buy homewares and gifts. (21 mins drive) www.duchyofcornwallnursery.co.uk
A tidal Island in Mount’s Bay. At low tide you can walk across from Marazion.
690 locals recommend
Saint Michael's Mount
A tidal Island in Mount’s Bay. At low tide you can walk across from Marazion.
The Minack Theatre. Stunning open air amphitheatre with sea views. Well worth the journey. (1.5 hours drive)
180 locals recommend
The Minack Theatre
The Minack Theatre. Stunning open air amphitheatre with sea views. Well worth the journey. (1.5 hours drive)
Bodmin Moor
A vast sprawling granite moorland with wild ponies on your doorstep. Get your walking boots on or dust off your riding boots.
150 locals recommend
Bodmin Moor
Bodmin Moor
A vast sprawling granite moorland with wild ponies on your doorstep. Get your walking boots on or dust off your riding boots.
Saint Nectan’s Kieve - Sixty foot waterfall through a hole in the rocks. Cafe and toilets at the site. Believed to be one of the UK’s most spiritual sites. (40 min drive)
56 locals recommend
St. Nectan's Glen
Fore StreetSaint Nectan’s Kieve - Sixty foot waterfall through a hole in the rocks. Cafe and toilets at the site. Believed to be one of the UK’s most spiritual sites. (40 min drive)
City/town information
Picturesque fishing port bustling with locals and sightseers alike. Enjoy a beer on the harbour wall watching the world go by while the kids drop lines for crabs. Fish and Chips from Rick Steins is a must and why not visit the Lobster hatchery to see the great conservation work they are doing too.
436 locals recommend
Padstow
Picturesque fishing port bustling with locals and sightseers alike. Enjoy a beer on the harbour wall watching the world go by while the kids drop lines for crabs. Fish and Chips from Rick Steins is a must and why not visit the Lobster hatchery to see the great conservation work they are doing too.
Fowey (30 min drive)
A small bustling port boasting many galleries, restaurants and craftshops. Head for Fowey River and enjoy the stunning surrounds by paddle board. A favourite for bird and wildlife enthusiasts.
241 locals recommend
Fowey
Fowey (30 min drive)
A small bustling port boasting many galleries, restaurants and craftshops. Head for Fowey River and enjoy the stunning surrounds by paddle board. A favourite for bird and wildlife enthusiasts.
Wine enthusiasts
Camel Valley Vineyard (11 mins drive) www.camelvalley.com
Award winning world class wines since 1989.
80 locals recommend
Camel Valley
Camel Valley Vineyard (11 mins drive) www.camelvalley.com
Award winning world class wines since 1989.
Food scene
Prawn on the Farm, Padstow www.prawnonthelawn.com Wonderful seafood book ahead of arriving.
52 locals recommend
Prawn on the Lawn
11 Duke StPrawn on the Farm, Padstow www.prawnonthelawn.com Wonderful seafood book ahead of arriving.
Rick Stein
RiversideFine seafood dining in Padstow.
Best fish and chips plus stock up at the fishmongers for cooking at home.
64 locals recommend
Rick Stein's Seafood Bar & Fishmongers
Unit 1 Station RdBest fish and chips plus stock up at the fishmongers for cooking at home.
St Kew Inn
Fantastic country gastropub. Highly recommended.
Fab seafood diner style cafe right on Polkerris Beach. Perfect for a cold beer and lunch after a morning paddle board.
117 locals recommend
Sams On The Beach, Restaurant
Fab seafood diner style cafe right on Polkerris Beach. Perfect for a cold beer and lunch after a morning paddle board.
Favourite beaches
Calm beach on the south coast of Cornwall. Perfect for a SUP paddle board session. Lovely coastline with caves and rock pools to explore. Check out www.polkerrisbeach.com
80 locals recommend
Polkerris Beach
Calm beach on the south coast of Cornwall. Perfect for a SUP paddle board session. Lovely coastline with caves and rock pools to explore. Check out www.polkerrisbeach.com
Great Surf and dog walking beach on the North Coast. Also check out Watergate Bay.
56 locals recommend
Mawgan Porth
Great Surf and dog walking beach on the North Coast. Also check out Watergate Bay.
Newquay’s most iconic beach. The best surf beach in the UK. Beautiful golden sandy beach with clear blue waters. Perfect family beach and great for food and a spot of shopping.
225 locals recommend
Fistral Beach
Newquay’s most iconic beach. The best surf beach in the UK. Beautiful golden sandy beach with clear blue waters. Perfect family beach and great for food and a spot of shopping.