1st April 2024
One of the best destinations in the UK for summertime retreats, Cornwall is a seaside delight. All but surrounded by the sea and blessed with warmer weather thanks to the Gulf Stream, this salt-kissed idyll beckons for the kinds of escapes that dreams are made of. Naturally, if you are considering holidays in Cornwall 2024, there are lots of attractions and activities that’ll tempt you. From the floral blooms of late spring to the summer attractions to the lure of the ocean, the reasons to visit are endless. Here are just some of our favourites…
Watch Coastal Wildlife
With hedgerows and emerging wildflower meadows, comes an accelerated tempo of wildlife. One of the top activities to enjoy during a holiday in Cornwall, is watching the abundance of coastal wildlife. Out on the coast, the chance to see seals, dolphins, and whales (including humpbacks) is guaranteed to thrill. What’s more, the return of migratory birds promises magic in the skies, including skylarks, swifts and swallows.
Go to an Event
Spring and Summer mark the start of festival season in Cornwall. From family-friendly celebrations, foodie feasts or sailing regattas, you’ll find a good choice of events in our county. If you can’t wait to listen to sundowner sessions overlooking the ocean or learn about the county’s rich heritage through annual traditions, take a look at the line-up of unmissable events taking place for unforgettable holidays in Cornwall 2024.
Hit the Coast Path
The South West Coast Path weaves its way around Cornwall and traces the space between land and sea. Following golden shores and climbing towering cliffs, it provides the perfect walking grounds for hikers and wends past countless natural landmarks and historic sites. If you are looking for the best activities, then hitting the coast path is sure to pique your interest. From the exhilaration of trail running to the joy of gentle ambling, there is endless pleasure in simply placing one foot in front of the other and basking in the beautiful scenery. Perfectly placed for walks, there are some beautiful South West Coast Path walks from us at Pentire Hotel and we’re an official point to get your SWCP passport stamped too.
Try Coldwater Swimming
The county of Cornwall is renowned for its stunning coastline that merges golden-sand shores with glittering sea. With arguably no coastline more beautiful than the rugged Atlantic sweep of the North Coast, the area is perfect for cold water swimming and ocean dips. If you haven’t tried it before, read up about water safety for spring holidays in Cornwall this year and look forward to the exhilarating embrace of the ocean. On calm days, there’s nothing better than walking to the water’s edge of a beautiful Newquay or North Coast beach and enjoying the endorphin-boosting wash of the sea.
Visit Gardens
To celebrate seasonal blooms and soak up the tranquillity of Cornwall’s most popular attractions ahead of the activity of summer, make way to the county’s gardens. Peppered all around the county, these leafy pockets make the most of the region’s balmy climes and fertile soils and pop with colour. From picturesque National Trust properties with sweeping grounds to the famous biomes of the Eden Project filled with exotic plants to gorgeous gardens hidden in leafy valleys, there are all sorts of horticultural attractions for you to visit. The Japanese Gardens in St Mawgan are particularly beautiful.
Take a Vineyard Tour
With the resurgence of spring sunshine and the temperatures on the rise, the county’s vineyards adopt a leafy cloak. Celebrating the start of the grape growing season, many of Cornwall’s vineyards open their doors on select days for vineyard guided tours and wine-tasting sessions. Spoiling wine fans for choice in North Cornwall, a number of lovely vineyards can be found close to the county’s north coast, including Camel Valley Vineyard and Trevibban Mill both near Padstow, and The Atlantic Vineyard near Newquay. Book onto a tour for one of the best activities and savour a taste of Cornwall in every glass.
Stay at Pentire Hotel
For the best holidays in Cornwall 2024, you’ll need a beautiful retreat from which to start and end each day. With a stunning location overlooking Fistral Bay in Newquay, our seaside hotel provides the perfect sanctuary. Offering blissful relaxation are sea-view rooms overlooking the dramatic Atlantic Ocean and sweeping Cornish countryside, including dog-friendly rooms. Meanwhile, for additional rest and luxuriation are our onsite beauty salon, heated indoor swimming pool, hair salon and dining room and bar.Book today and look forward to your spring holiday in Cornwall.
