Things To Do Archive - Padstow Tourist Information Centre

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Polzeath | Outdoor Activities

SAUNAS BY THE SEA

Positioned amongst the spectacular scenery of the North Cornish coast, our wood-fired saunas are here to promote good health, balance and tranquility. Take time to still your mind and body, sit for a moment, breathe and relax after an exhilarating day near the coast. There is no better feeling than to be enveloped in the […]

Padstow | Dog Sitting Service

CORRINA’S DOG SITTING SERVICE

Corrina offers a superb dog sitting service in Padstow and the surrounding areas. As with any beautiful tourist area we attract a lot of four legged friends, making it the perfect place to come on holiday all year round. Booking with Corrina’s Dog Sitting Services means you can have peace of mind while enjoying your […]

Wadebridge | Rainy Day Activities, Art, Food & Drink, Shopping, Yoga, Cultural, Dog Friendly

HAWKSFIELD

Hawksfield Cornwall is a Cultural Centre situated on the A39 just outside Wadebridge. The aim of the centre is to cultivate a fresh and exciting new hot spot on the Cornish Atlantic Highway (A39). With an array of services on offer, easy access and free parking a visit is a must. At the centre you […]

Padstow | Rainy Day Activities, Historic House, Food & Drink, Parking, Dogs welcome outside

PRIDEAUX PLACE

Prideaux Place is one of the very brightest jewels in Cornwall’s crown; one of the West Country’s oldest houses remaining in habitable condition. Fourteen generations of Prideaux have lived here and each generation has added its own contribution to the house and […]

Polzeath | Golf, Dog Friendly

THE POINT AT POLZEATH GOLF COURSE

The Point sits just above the Camel Estuary 5 miles from Wadebridge and a mile from Rock and St Enodoc. The 18 hole golf course has stunning views out over Hayle Bay and Pentire Point. The Club was bought in 2012 by the current owners and has received significant investment in every aspect […]

Padstow | Outdoor Activities, Dog Friendly

JUBILEE QUEEN

No sailings currently-check website for special events! Come aboard and cruise the North Cornish coast in style! The Jubilee Queen of Padstow is a true lady of the sea and has been cruising for 40 years. Daily boat trips leave from Padstow Harbour throughout the summer months. Drinks are available from […]

nr Padstow | Food & Drink, Vineyard, Outdoor Activities, Dog Friendly, Wedding venue

TREVIBBAN MILL, VINEYARD & ORCHARDS

Tucked away down a campion-lined Cornish lane, Trevibban Mill is a working vineyard, winery and events venue a stone’s throw from picturesque harbour town, Padstow. Historically the home of a miller and his family, the land is now covered in vines and apple trees. At the centre of the vineyards is a striking contemporary building […]

Padstow | Water Taxi

ROCK WATER TAXI

The Wavehunters Water Taxi operates between Padstow and Rock across the Camel Estuary. The service operates every evening from 7pm in the spring, summer and autumn months and is a convenient way to hop between the two popular destinations. The 10 meter jet-powered catamaran is fully licensed for 12 passengers and has outside seating, alongside […]

Newquay | Zoo

NEWQUAY ZOO

With hundreds of animals across 13 acres of beautiful sub-tropical gardens, Newquay Zoo is an oasis that allows visitors to release their inner animal and have fun! From the amazing savannahs of Africa to the rainforests of South America, there is lots to discover and enjoy. Newquay Zoo is also an education and research charity […]

Padstow | Tea Garden, Food & Drink

REST A WHILE TEA GARDEN

Currently closed- open again Easter 2023 Rest a While is a tiny tea garden at Hawkers Cove on the South West Coast Path between Padstow and Stepper Point. A great focal point to walk out to and a relaxing place to stop enroute, with outstanding views! Its easy to find, signposted 50m off the coast […]

St Austell | Adventure park, Families, Outdoor Activities, Parking

HANGLOOSE AT EDEN

Come and fly down England’s longest and fastest zipwire… or choose from any of the other amazing activities! Hangloose Adventure is home to one of the UK’s most adrenaline-pumping, fun-filled outdoor adventure centres, situated in the heart of Cornwall within the idyllic setting of the Eden Project. Come and try an activity or book […]

Padstow | Parking

PADSTOW MAIN ROAD CAR PARK

Padstow Main Road Car Park is a Pay & Display car park situated on the A389, on the site of the former Padstow Park & Ride, postcode PL28 8EX. Open every day (weather permitting) 4th April – 31st October. Gates open from 8.00 am – 10.00 pm. It is a 10 minute walk to the […]

Padstow | Garden Centre, Shopping, Dog Friendly

TREVISKER GARDEN CENTRE

In 2023 Trevisker celebrates 25 years. Their story is simple and one of passion and fun along the years…. The business was founded in 1998 by husband and wife team Mark and Sian Sandry who set up on the family farm to sell a few plants and make gorgeous hanging baskets for the local pubs […]

Wadebridge | Rainy Day Activities, Art, Shopping, Dog Friendly

CIRCLE CONTEMPORARY

CIRCLE Contemporary is a recognised North Cornish Art Gallery run by Lucy Thorman and John O’Carroll located on the Atlantic Highway (A39) between Padstow and Wadebridge, Cornwall. The gallery is a cool and elegant space on two floors showcasing emerging and well known artists. Circle’s distinct style is shaped by the artists and artisans who’s […]

Wadebridge | Go Karting, Outdoor Activities

ST EVAL KARTING

Located on the North Cornwall Coast in between Newquay and Padstow, St. Eval Kart Circuit is a fantastic outdoor track. Featuring a dedicated family circuit (designed to cater for 7 years olds and above, with mum and dad too), a dedicated adult only track (for something a bit more […]

Padstow | Museum

PADSTOW MUSEUM

EXPLORE THE AMAZING HISTORY OF PADSTOW Padstow Museum was formed in 1971 by a group of Padstonians, from an idea by a retired local shipwright. The museum is an independently run charity, staffed by a dedicated body of volunteers who are there to help by explaining and helping with your queries. They pride themselves […]

Bodmin | Vineyard, Wine Tours, Shop, Outdoor Activities, Assistance Dogs

CAMEL VALLEY VINEYARD

When ex-RAF pilot Bob Lindo and his wife Annie planted their first eight thousand vines in 1989, they never dreamed of the phenomenal success they would achieve within 2 decades. They had bought their farm in the heart of the Cornish countryside several years earlier, seeking a change from service life and the […]

Padstow | Bike Hire, Cycling

TRAIL BIKE HIRE

Trail Bike Hire are lucky enough to be situated at the very start of The Camel Trail in Padstow. Here you can see the mouth of the beautiful Camel estuary, the perfect location to start your cycle adventure. The Camel Trail is a flat, traffic free, family friendly route running alongside the Camel […]

Padstow | Boat Trip, Fishing, Boat Operator, Families, Sight seeing, Dog Friendly

SUPREME FISHING TRIPS

Padstow Fishing Trips Contact for details of winter sailings Come and enjoy a fishing trip aboard the Supreme – a Corvette Craft Bullet 38. Take your pick from 2 hour Mackeral trips or 4 & 8 hour Wreck, Reef and Shark fishing trips. Free tuition with all fishing equipment supplied and you keep what […]

Nr Polzeath | Health Club, Spa

THE POINT AT POLZEATH HEALTH CLUB

The Point Health Club boasts a state of the art, air conditioned gym, a new studio offering a wide range of fitness classes and a recently […]

Padstow | Angling Centre

PADSTOW ANGLING CENTRE

Situated in a prime position on the edge of Padstow harbour, in an area called The Drang, the Padstow Angling Centre is a mecca for every keen angler. There you could meet Ed Schliffke known as “The Rockhopper” and his friendly staff. They will be more than happy to give you every help you need […]

| Scavenger Hunt, Entertainment

URBAN HUNT

Urban Hunt provides a series of interactive, modern-day scavenger hunts that take teams on self-guided adventures in different areas of Cornwall, including Padstow. Sign-up is on the Urban Hunt website and gameplay is via Facebook Messenger chat, through which you’ll receive cryptic clues that lead you along your trail. Not only will you discover local […]

Padstow | Art, Indoor activities

ART & WINE CORNWALL

Private Parties & Corporate Events 3 hours of creativity and relaxing atmosphere where you will create your own painting whilst sipping a glass of wine, chatting to your friends or colleagues and overall having a great time! No need for previous painting skills, our experienced Artist will guide you step by step to make sure […]

Rock | Water Sports, Outdoor Activities, Boat Operator, Cafe, Families, Dog Friendly

CAMEL SKI SCHOOL

Camel Ski School is the UK’s largest waterski centre offering waterskiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, inflatable rides and boat charters. Waterskiing and wakeboarding take place behind the Ribs and the school caters for everyone from complete beginners and intermediates to advanced mono skiers. Wakeboarding, closely linked to surfing and snowboarding, has quickly become […]

Newquay | Taxi

COASTLINE TRAVEL – TAXIS AND MINIBUSES

Coastline Travel are the official taxi provider at Newquay Airport. Based in the arrivals hall, there is no need to book in advance as they constantly monitor all flights and are always waiting for you, even if your flight is delayed! All their cars and drivers can be hired on a daily basis and they […]

Padstow | Food & Drink, Outdoor Activities, Dogs welcome outside

GREENS OF PADSTOW

Traditional family fun with a modern twist! Greens have created a Golf Garden with sculptures and specimen planting to accompany your journey around their unique 18 hole mini golf course. The space is constantly changing throughout the seasons as the new planting comes to life! Greens cafe and crazy golf boasts some of the best […]

Padstow | Outdoor Activities, Fishing, Boat Trip, Dog Friendly

EMMA KATE FISHING TRIPS

Contact for details of any winter sailings Would you like to go on a fishing trip running from Padstow Harbour? Choose between a variety of options – 2 hour mackerel trips, 4 hour […]

Wadebridge | Bike Hire, Cycling, Outdoor Activities, Dog Friendly

BRIDGE BIKE HIRE

At Bridge Bike Hire they have over 400 cycles for hire, a friendly welcome and a bike for everyone, young or old. Bridge Bike Hire is the largest and original cycle hire on the Camel Trail and is situated right on the start of the Camel Trail in Wadebridge. Bridge Bike Hire’s courtyard […]

Bodmin | Historic House, Gardens, Cafe, Dog Friendly, Parking

PENCARROW HOUSE & GARDENS

Re opens 2nd April 2023- apart from events -please see their website for details! Visit Pencarrow, a Georgian house, with Grade II* listed gardens, owned, loved and lived in by the family. Enjoy a guided tour with a difference and step back into the past with stories of the Molesworths past and […]

Bodmin | Museum, Indoor activities, Families, Dog Friendly

BODMIN KEEP

Bodmin Keep is over 160 years old and is the historic home of the Army in Cornwall. This former headquarters of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry houses the museum, with more than three hundred years of military history, a library and meeting rooms. Each of the 12,000 collection items has its own story to […]

Padstow | Boat Trip, Outdoor Activities, Families, Dog Friendly

PADSTOW SEALIFE SAFARIS

Padstow Sealife Safaris sail from Padstow harbour daily, making their way out of the Camel estuary to explore the Cornish coastline, famed for it’s rugged beauty and extensive wildlife. For children, adults and photographers, this is an exciting high speed wildlife experience, taking in the sights of the coastline and offshore islands, slowing […]

Padstow | Distillery, Shop, Gin School, Indoor activities

TARQUIN’S GIN SCHOOL & SHOP

Tarquin’s Cornish Gin – Crafted on the Wild Cornish Coast Founded by self-taught master Distiller, Tarquin Leadbetter, Southwestern Distillery is proudly Cornwall’s original, independent, family-run distillery. Tarquin’s champion the most traditional techniques alongside progressively modern approaches in all they do. Established back in 2012, they are underpinned by an ethos of creative expression and innovation, […]

Tintagel | Brewing Company, Brewery tours, Restaurant, Food & Drink, Shop, Assistance Dogs

TINTAGEL BREWERY

This award winning brewery uses pure water from their own spring and power from their own turbine to produce a suite of Cornish classic real ales. Originally set up in an old, redundant milking parlour, the environmentally friendly brewery is now housed in a state of the art purpose-built facility up on the hills above […]

Padstow | Outdoor Activities, Surf School, Surfing, Families

WAVES SURF SCHOOL

Not just any surf school…….Waves Surf School offers a surf experience a cut above the rest! Priding themselves on being different to the larger schools…… Waves are proud to specialise in teaching surfing for all ages and abilities. Just ask one of the many surfers they have taught over the […]

Padstow | Shopping

SLICKERS DOGHOUSE

Slickers Doghouse in Padstow harbour is a shop for dogs and their owners. They offer everything your dog could need; food, pharmacy, clothing, footwear and of course an extensive selection of collars, leads and harnesses. All this and a free fitting service, plus much, much more. As nature lovers, they are on a […]

Constantine Bay | Golf

TREVOSE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Trevose Golf and Country Club is situated on one of the most beautiful stretches of the North Coast of Cornwall offers three golf courses, catering for golfers of all standards. The Championship Course ranks as one of the top links courses in the British Isles. The Headland Course is the ideal 9 hole alternative to The Championship […]

Padstow | Events

THE PADSTOW CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

The Padstow Christmas Festival is an annual event which will be looking forward to its 15th year. The event usually takes place from the first Thursday of the month of December. In 2023 it will be from Thursday 7th until Sunday 10th December. Tickets should be on sale, online from September. Details will be available […]

Padstow | Art, Dog Friendly

THE DRANG GALLERY

Welcome to The Drang Gallery, a contemporary & modern art gallery operating out of four beautiful UK locations: Padstow, Rock, Salcombe and Marlborough. Since 2010 The Drang Gallery has developed a ground-breaking reputation in Contemporary Art, working closely with leading contemporary artists, publishers and studios. The galleries present a fast-paced program […]

Padstow | Boat Trip, Boat Operator, Families, Outdoor Activities, Surfing, Water Taxi, Water Sports, Yoga, Dog Friendly

WAVEHUNTERS

Wavehunters Surf and Marine Company was established in 2002 and has become the go-to providers of boat trips, private charters and surf lessons in and around Polzeath, Rock and Padstow. They know North Cornwall better than anyone and their mission is to share it with you. For over a decade, they’ve been helping adventurous souls […]

Helston | Outdoor Activities, Rainy Day Activities, Theme Park, Dog Friendly

FLAMBARDS

Please check website for winter opening times Flambards Theme Park, Helston, Cornwall is the perfect destination for an unforgettable family day out with its fun mix of rides, indoor attractions and entertainment. From thrill seekers to those who prefer a gentler pace, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Flambards whatever the weather. […]

Nr Wadebridge | Outdoor Activities, Private Tours, Dog Friendly

CORNWALL DISCOVERY

GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOURS OF CORNWALL Owned and run by Barry Pengelly, Cornwall Discovery Tours offers guided sightseeing tours in this beautiful and historic county. His tours allow you to appreciate the wonderful attractions, activities and things to do in the Duchy. Barry was born and has lived in Cornwall all his life and is very passionate […]

Bodmin | Cycling, Food & Drink, Families, Woodland, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Activities

CARDINHAM WOODS

Cardinham Woods is a hidden gem, nestling in a beautiful valley with a bubbling stream. The mixed woodland offers a range of waymarked walking trails, mountain biking, and family-friendly play and picnic areas. Discover stunning viewpoints and evidence of the area’s fascinating history with remnants of the old mine and traditional clapper bridge. Walking Waymarked […]

Wadebridge | Adventure park, Theme Park, Families, Outdoor Activities, Parking, Assistance Dogs

CAMEL CREEK ADVENTURE PARK

Please check website for winter opening times Camel Creek Family Theme Park is a vibrant and welcoming visitor destination year-round, uniquely interpreting the legends of the area and famous for delivering great adventures and days out for the whole family. The Park is an all-weathers’ attraction and open all […]

Trevone | Families, Outdoor Activities, Shopping, Bar, Cafe, Music, Surf hire

TREVONE BEACH COMPLEX

Trevone Beach Complex is a family run business located over the stunning sands of Trevone Beach, featuring a cafe, bar and surf store. Brunos Bar The hub of the cafe and stores is the bustling Brunos Bar. From sunny pints to evening events, Brunos is the place to be to relax, party and take in […]

Padstow | Rainy Day Activities, Brewing Company, Dog Friendly, Families, Food & Drink, Indoor activities

PADSTOW BREWING COMPANY

Padstow Brewing Company is an award-winning micro-brewery found on the rugged North Coast of Cornwall. Fresh, exciting and fiercely independent, they are a true small-batch brewery, with no computers or accountants to run the show. Tasting Room on Broad Street: Enjoy Padstow Brewing Company beers (and ciders, wines and gin!) in our intimate venue in […]

Harlyn | Outdoor Activities, Families, Surf School, Surfing

HARLYN SURF SCHOOL

Great location, lots of fun, good choice of activities and a fantastic instructor team! Whether you want to learn or improve your Surfing skills or experience one of their other activities such […]

Padstow | Art, Rainy Day Activities, Dog Friendly

DRIFTWOOD CONTEMPORARY

Welcome to Driftwood Contemporary, they are based in two beautiful UK locations: St Ives and Padstow. The group of Driftwood Galleries began in the Victorian town of Ilfracombe over 20 years ago. The Directors Neil and Carol left their careers in education in Oxford to follow their passion of art and combined this with living […]

St Mabyn | Cultural, Outdoor Activities, Shopping, Dog Friendly

HAYWOOD CIDER FARM

Book a tour and then enjoy a generous sampling with these brewers of traditional Cornish Cider! Haywood Farm is located in the beautiful Allen Valley, near the village of St. Mabyn, approximately 4 miles from Wadebridge. The Bray family have farmed here since 1919, but cider has been produced on the farm’s granite […]

Padstow | Art, Rainy Day Activities, Indoor activities

QUAY ART

Expect the unexpected at Quay Art in Padstow! Quay Art is an independent family run business, based here in Padstow, who pride themselves on the variety and quality of the contemporary art work available and the personal service they provide to ensure you are satisfied with your purchase. Offering a wide range of original […]

Padstow | Rainy Day Activities, Families, Cultural, Dog Friendly

NATIONAL LOBSTER HATCHERY

Meet baby lobsters at the National Lobster Hatchery! See lobsters through the different stages of their life cycle and observe fantastic local marine life too! If you are looking for something a bit different to do, why not come along to the award-winning National Lobster Hatchery Visitor Centre in Padstow, you will have […]

Bodmin | Fishing

BUTTERWELL FARM FISHING

Butterwell Farm is the premier destination in the southwest for sea trout and salmon fishing, situated on the River Camel, just 25 minutes from Padstow. A private 40-acre estate on the banks of the river, next to the Camel Trail and opposite the Camel Valley Vineyard, Butterwell is a quiet, rural paradise of tranquillity, nature […]

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