2016 Events and Festivals in Newquay
There’s more to Newquay’s events schedule than first meets the eye. Though it’s a world renowned waterland and mecca for all things surf-related, the town and its surrounds also offer an eclectic mix of other things to see and do
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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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Relaxing days out in Newquay
Forget the adrenaline junkies’ playground of Fistral – there’s another side to Newquay’s famous beach and town not tailored to high octane action but instead designed to help holidaymakers to unwind and take in the scenery without agenda or pulse-quickening
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Yoga holidays in Cornwall
When you think of holidays in Cornwall, Yoga may not immediately come to mind, but the stunning scenery, fresh air and chilled out atmosphere down here makes it an ideal place to relax and unwind. And what better way to
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Lowender Peran | 14th – 18th October
Google Lowender Peran, like I just did, and follow the Wikipedia link and it takes you to a page written entirely in Kernewek – that’s how Cornish this annual festival is! But fear not, you don’t have to be fluent
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Newquay Fish Festival | 11th-13th September
Newquay Fish Festival is one of the most popular foodie festivals in Cornwall. Now in its 13th year, this family friendly food and crafts show combines the traditional fishing history of Newquay harbour with modern day entertainment, displays and cookery
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A day of adventure at Watergate Bay
We love Watergate Bay; it’s one of our favourite places to spend a day at the beach, be an adrenaline junkie or watch the sun set with a glass of wine – and with dogs welcome all year round, it’s
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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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Coasteering in Newquay
Holidays in Newquay are all about having fun, and taking to the sea to enjoy one of the many water-based activities on offer is a must; with coasteering being no exception. Based only a stone’s throw from Fistral Beach, Bare
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Eating Out in Newquay: Affordable Restaurants
Holidaying in Newquay has become increasingly more top notch over the years. It’s less L-Plate clad hen parties and chintzy entertainment and more quality, genuinely characterful places to visit. The surfing town’s modern revamp covers everything from sensational spas to
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A day trip to the Scillies
There are lots of magical places to visit in Cornwall, but the most exotic one has to be the Isles of Scilly. An archipelago of five main islands and hundreds of smaller uninhabited islets and rocky outcrops, its status as
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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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