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Things to do in North Cornwall

Because we already know the best places to go in Cornwall, you don’t need to do much homework in order to make the most of your stay. Here are a few of our favourite gems for eating, drinking, shopping and brilliant days out.

Restaurants

Restaurant Nathan Outlaw & Seafood and Grill, St Enodoc Hotel, Rock

Named Best Seafood Restaurant in the UK by The Good Food Guide, Outlaw’s sophisticated fine dining operation has been awarded 2 Michelin Stars. If you don’t want to splash out on fancy fare his less formal Seafood and Grill serves simple, super-fresh fish and locally sourced meats.

www.nathan-outlaw.co.uk

Waterfront, Polzeath

As its name suggests, the Waterfront serves its seasonal produce and globally-inspired specials with a side order of stunning beach views. 

www.waterfrontpolzeath.co.uk

Rick Stein, Padstow

With his Seafood Restaurant, Café, Patisserie, Fish and Chip shop and St Petroc’s Bistro, there is no shortage of Stein’s famous cuisine within footsteps of Padstow harbour. Stock up on some of your own ingredients from the waterfront deli or learn a few secrets from Cornwall’s best-known chef at his Seafood School. 

www.rickstein.com

Number 6 Restaurant, Padstow

A gastronomer’s haven to rival Stein’s best offerings, Number 6 is helmed by one of Gordon Ramsey’s protégés, Paul Ainsworth. Ainsworth’s recipe for success is simple: local, seasonal fare served with an innovative twist. 

www.number6inpadstow.co.uk

St Kew Inn, St Kew

Tucked in the countryside near Bodmin and Wadebridge, this 15th century village inn serves hearty pub fare. 

www.stkewinn.co.uk

Shopping

Trebetherick Stores

You can pre-order gourmet meals, wine and groceries from the local village stores and have them delivered to your property in time for your arrival. 

www.trebetherick-stores.co.uk

EJ & NJR Watts butchers, Rock

This family butchers has been selling Cornwall’s finest local meats for more than 85 years. 

www.wattsbutcher.co.uk

Di’s Dairy, Rock

Stock up on homemade food – from pasta to pies – as well as Cornish cheeses, ice cream and local fruit and veg. 

www.disdairyandpantry.co.uk

Ann’s Cottage, Wadebridge

Look the part on the surf scene, with all the coolest labels and latest gear from Ann’s Cottage surf shop. 

www.annscottagesurf.co.uk

Activities

SURF CHECK

Get the latest on the tides, swell and wind direction on Magic Seaweed.

SURF LESSONS

Learn to ride the waves like a pro with one of the local surf schools.

www.surfsupsurfschool.com

SAILING & WATERSKIING

The Camel Estuary is a haven for sailing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, and there’s no shortage of operators to get you out enjoying the area’s favourite water sports.  

www.camelskischool.com

CYCLING

The Camel Trail offers 18 miles of level, disused railway track between Padstow and Bodmin. Hire a bike and get freewheeling along one of Cornwall’s most family-friendly and famous cycle paths. 

GOLF

Highcliffe Holiday cottages are situated close to some of Cornwall’s most esteemed and picturesque golf courses. 

www.st-enodoc.co.uk