North Cornwall

Discover dramatic coastlines, charming fishing villages, and stunning beaches in North Cornwall.

North Cornwall coastal path

Welcome to North Cornwall

North Cornwall hums with a wild, salty heartbeat, where cliffs cradle secrets and harbors sing of home. From Padstow’s fudge-scented quay to Rock’s seal-dappled coves, this coast whispers tales of smugglers, surfers, and ancient kings. Picture yourself tracing Tintagel’s mythic stones or riding Newquay’s waves, then wandering Bude’s quiet sands. Wadebridge’s wool-built bridge ties it all together, a thread through time. Just steps from our fisherman’s cottage, these villages wait to spark your story—scribble it under starry skies or over a pasty’s warmth. Dive in, let North Cornwall steal your breath and Rick Stein's Seafood Restaurant tingle the senses.

Highlights of North Cornwall

Tintagel Castle

Explore the legendary ruins of Tintagel Castle, perched dramatically on a clifftop and linked to the tales of King Arthur. Cross the spectacular footbridge to access this historic site with breathtaking coastal views.

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Padstow Harbour

Discover the charming fishing port of Padstow, known for its picturesque harbor, excellent seafood restaurants, and vibrant atmosphere. Explore the narrow streets lined with shops, cafes, and galleries.

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Bedruthan Steps

Marvel at the spectacular coastal scenery of Bedruthan Steps, where massive rock stacks rise from the sandy beach. This dramatic landscape offers some of the most photographed views in Cornwall.

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Boscastle Witchcraft

Where magic and history perfectly entwine.

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Popular Towns & Villages

Padstow Harbour

Padstow

Fishing port with a foodie flair.

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Bude Beach

Bude

Surf and sandy beaches.

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Tintagel Castle ruins

Tintagel

Arthurian legends.

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Fistral Beach surfing

Newquay

Surf and nightlife.

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Wadebridge bridge construction, AI-generated

Wadebridge

Cycling and markets.

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Rock Beach

Rock

Quiet beach retreat.

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