7 Days in Cornwall

Day 1

Discover some dramatic Cornish scenery by walking a section of South West Coast Path.

Try a REAL Cornish pasty for lunch.

Spend the afternoon discovering the legends of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle.

Pitch your tent at a fantastic sea view campsite and fall asleep to the sound of the Ocean.

Day 2

Head south and drop in to Padstow to try Rick Stein's fish and chips for lunch.

Hire bikes and explore the genteel Camel Trail for the afternoon.

Check into the award winning Bedruthan Steps Hotel, commanding impressive views over the excellent Mawgan Porth beach.

Watch the sunset and sample exquisite seafood at Jamie Oliver's 'Fifteen' restaurant, at nearby Watergate Bay.

Day 3

Spend the morning learning to surf, take the kids rock-pooling or simply catch some sun.

Head to St Ives where you'll find a thriving art scene and busy nightlife and check into a quaint B&B.

Visit St Michael's Mount, off the shore of Penzance.

Take a stroll around the cobbled fishing village of Mousehole.

Day 4

Get up early and catch your own lunch on a sea fishing trip.

Visit the dramatic coastline at Lands End, the most South Westerly point of England.

Watch an evening play at the outdoor Minack Theatre built into the cliffside, where you'll have a sea view as a backdrop.

Day 5

Head to Newquay and check in to the world famous Headland Hotel.

Check out an international surf competition at Fistral beach, or give it a go yourself.

Try your hand at traction kiting or for the more adventurous eco-coasteering.

Explore bustling Newquay and experience its lively nightlife of pubs and clubs.

Day 6

Discover the cream of local, national and international artists at the Tate St Ives, and if you fancy investing then there are many excellent small galleries to be found in the town.

Spend the afternoon exploring golden sandy beaches - you may find a deserted hidden cove and have it entirely to yourself!

Day 7

Enjoy a morning round of golf at some of the most scenic links courses in the UK.

Visit the fascinating Geevor Tin mine & museum and discover the site where tin extraction took place for 4000 years.

Discover the world of Cornish maritime history at the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth or spend the afternoon wondering through the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Enjoy a sunset barbecue on the beach.