06Jul
05Jul
The Best Local Takeaways And Food Delivery In Hayle
After a long day of exploring the lovely Hayle coast, headed back to your seaside home you might begin to get a craving for some food. Don’t feel like cooking? Here are the best takeaways and food delivery services in the local area.
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Famed for their all-day breakfast, Smokey Joe’s offers both a takeaway and delivery service. They also offer vegan options so there is something on the menu so no one has to miss out, not to mention their wide variety of delicious homemade desserts available for those with a sweet tooth. They have a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor's website.
Visit their website here
The Cornish Chef offers a completely unique experience. They are a local catering company that offers restaurant style dinner parties in the comfort of your holiday home. Equipped with a fully trained chef, waiters and waitresses and personalised menus to cater to your every need including vegan options. They have a 5-star rating on google reviews.
Visit their website here
The Cornish Italian provides authentic Italian cuisine and has recently started up a delivery service aptly named TiramisUGO. This means that their classic Italian pasta and tiramisu can be delivered right to your doorstep for you to enjoy. They also offer vegan and gluten-free variations of their pasta dishes. They have a 5-star rating on google reviews.
Visit their website here
If you’re in the mood for something spicy, Ruby June’s Indian Kitchen is the way to go. Indian is always a classic takeaway option and Ruby June is known for her incredible sauces, so much so that you can purchase her sauces so you can recreate her curries yourself. They also offer vegan curries for those who wish to choose this option. Ruby June’s Indian Kitchen has a 5-star rating on google reviews.
Visit their website here
Maybe you just fancy a small (or big) bite for lunch, Phillips Famous Pasties are exactly as they’re named. They are very well known for their classic cornish pasties which also come in a vegan option. Their classic crust and filling combinations have people queueing down the street, and they also offer a delivery service. Phillips Famous Pasties have a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor.
Visit their website here
The Thai Chef is a family run business that has become a staple for those visiting Cornwall. You are able to take the authentic Thai food experience into the comfort of your own home with their takeaway option. They have items on the menu to suit everyone, whether that is mild or spicy, meat or vegetarian. They have a 4.4 rating on google reviews.
Visit their website here
Of course, every seaside town is full of fish and chip shops, and Chandler’s Plaice is one of the best and you can take it away so you could either enjoy them right on the seafront or in front of the fire at home in the winter months. With their fish sourced locally, all of their fish is prepared on-site in this family-run business. They also have vegetarian options on their menu as well as meat rather than fish, and with kids meals available, the whole family can find something to enjoy. They have a rating of 4.5 on trip advisor.
Visit their website here
A classic takeaway is a kebab and pizza, and Hayle Kebab House does not disappoint. They serve authentic Turkish kebabs and over 20 different pizza topping options, which includes a create your own option. They also deliver directly to your house or holiday home. With vegan options and a kids menu, along with a 4.1-star review on google reviews, you are sure to find something on the menu to enjoy.
With so many different options available to you, you really are spoilt for choice with amazing food for you to enjoy. You’ll definitely struggle to decide what to have! Hopefully, you will be able to find something on this list for you to enjoy after your busy day exploring the seaside. Let us know which one you would choose.
Best Local Takeaways - Hayle
Smokey Joe’s of Cornwall
Visit their website here
Famed for their all-day breakfast, Smokey Joe’s offers both a takeaway and delivery service. They also offer vegan options so there is something on the menu so no one has to miss out, not to mention their wide variety of delicious homemade desserts available for those with a sweet tooth. They have a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor's website.
The Cornish Chef
Visit their website here
The Cornish Chef offers a completely unique experience. They are a local catering company that offers restaurant style dinner parties in the comfort of your holiday home. Equipped with a fully trained chef, waiters and waitresses and personalised menus to cater to your every need including vegan options. They have a 5-star rating on google reviews.
The Cornish Italian
Visit their website here
The Cornish Italian provides authentic Italian cuisine and has recently started up a delivery service aptly named TiramisUGO. This means that their classic Italian pasta and tiramisu can be delivered right to your doorstep for you to enjoy. They also offer vegan and gluten-free variations of their pasta dishes. They have a 5-star rating on google reviews.
Ruby June’s Indian Kitchen
Visit their website here
If you’re in the mood for something spicy, Ruby June’s Indian Kitchen is the way to go. Indian is always a classic takeaway option and Ruby June is known for her incredible sauces, so much so that you can purchase her sauces so you can recreate her curries yourself. They also offer vegan curries for those who wish to choose this option. Ruby June’s Indian Kitchen has a 5-star rating on google reviews.
Phillips Famous Pasties
Visit their website here
Maybe you just fancy a small (or big) bite for lunch, Phillips Famous Pasties are exactly as they’re named. They are very well known for their classic cornish pasties which also come in a vegan option. Their classic crust and filling combinations have people queueing down the street, and they also offer a delivery service. Phillips Famous Pasties have a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor.
The Thai Chef
Visit their website here
The Thai Chef is a family run business that has become a staple for those visiting Cornwall. You are able to take the authentic Thai food experience into the comfort of your own home with their takeaway option. They have items on the menu to suit everyone, whether that is mild or spicy, meat or vegetarian. They have a 4.4 rating on google reviews.
Chandler’s Plaice
Visit their website here
Of course, every seaside town is full of fish and chip shops, and Chandler’s Plaice is one of the best and you can take it away so you could either enjoy them right on the seafront or in front of the fire at home in the winter months. With their fish sourced locally, all of their fish is prepared on-site in this family-run business. They also have vegetarian options on their menu as well as meat rather than fish, and with kids meals available, the whole family can find something to enjoy. They have a rating of 4.5 on trip advisor.
Hayle Kebab House
Visit their website here
A classic takeaway is a kebab and pizza, and Hayle Kebab House does not disappoint. They serve authentic Turkish kebabs and over 20 different pizza topping options, which includes a create your own option. They also deliver directly to your house or holiday home. With vegan options and a kids menu, along with a 4.1-star review on google reviews, you are sure to find something on the menu to enjoy.
With so many different options available to you, you really are spoilt for choice with amazing food for you to enjoy. You’ll definitely struggle to decide what to have! Hopefully, you will be able to find something on this list for you to enjoy after your busy day exploring the seaside. Let us know which one you would choose.
28Oct
Events this Month in Cornwall (November 2019)
Events this Month in Cornwall
There is always something happening in Cornwall as it is such a luxurious and beautiful area of the UK. Music, literature, arts & craft, food and drink and much more are in abundance in events at Cornwall. If you are thinking of visiting this incredible part of the country then check out what’s on this month to see if it peaks your interest. Soon enough, you’ll be joining the locals in celebration and be surrounded by an atmosphere of Cornish culture.Craft Workshops at Bedruthan Hotel
08/09/2019 - 28/11/2019
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At this event you can learn from an expert tutor how to make something amazing. This craft workshop also offers a range of courses throughout the year for anybody wanting to learn the ways of the craftsmen. This event is located in Mawgan Porth on the North Coast of Cornwall.Creative Tensions Exhbibition
14/09/2019 - 16/11/2019
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This is the latest exhibition to be included at Penlee’s House located in Penzance in the West of Cornwall. This exhibit brings many different artists' works and puts them together to create a centre for art from the 20th century.Otobong Nkanga at Tate St. Ives
21/09/2019 - 05/01/2020
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Famous Nigerian-born artist Otobong Nkanga is to add new and existing works to the art gallery of Tate St Ives. St. Ives is a small town located in West Cornwall.Events at Carnglaze Caverns
28/09/2019 - 23/11/2019
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This event is on at Bodmin Moor + Tamar Valley and is set in the Carnglaze Caverns. At this event you will step deep down underground and experience live music like never before.Wood to Water by James Dodds
02/10/2019 - 01/09/2020
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Located on the South Coast of Cornwall in Falmouth, artist James Dodds will be showing off his work in his latest exhibition which is Wood to Water. James Dodds was inspired to do this work by the small boats that can be seen in the South West of Cornwall.Sterts Theatre Autumn
2019 03/10/2019 - 21/12/2019
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Head on down to Bodmin Moor + Tamar Valley in Liskeard to see what is going on at Sterts Theatre during the Autumn of 2019.70th Anniversary Exhibition
05/10/2019 - 02/11/2019
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This exhibition is made up of work that has been created since 1961 by key members of the the Penwith Society. It also looks at the impacts that these members have had on the art world. This event takes place in West Cornwall, St. Ives.The Woodfire Sessions
06/10/2019 - 22/12/2019
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Come to the West of Cornwall to experience some great food, refreshing drinks and listen to some live music. What better way to spend a Sunday?Ice Skating at the Eden Project
12/10/2019 - 23/02/2019
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The Eden Project, located on the South Coast of Cornwall in St. Austell, is once again opening up it’s ice rink. Everyone is welcome, from pros to beginners, to join in the fun.Halloweden
19/10/2019 - 03/11/2019
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Another even hosted at the Eden Project, that will be going for two weeks so there is plenty of time to attend. Welcome to a world of magical beasts and mythical creatures for you to discover on you Halloweden adventure.Halloween at Paradise Park
19/10/2019 - 03/11/2019
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Located in the West of Cornwall is Paradise Park and for this Halloween you can come along and take a trip around the Pumpkin trail and ride the ghost train! There’s even a disco for children to dress up as their favourite monsters for a disco.Spooks and Smugglers Season
21/10/2019 - 03/11/2019
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Taking place at the Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre this Autumn is the Spooks and Smugglers Season event. Uncover tales and mysteries of secretive smugglers and hear the spooky stories that come with them. You will also have a chance to discuss Cornish Folklore and create your own puppet at the puppet making workshops. The Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre is located on the South Coast in Looe.Firework Displays across Cornwall
2019 23/10/2019 - 05/11/2019
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Come to Cornwall and you won’t be able to miss the many fireworks displays that will be taking place this Autumn.Halloween at Pendennis Castle
25/10/2019 - 03/11/2019
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This Halloween, head down to Pendennis Castle on the South Coast in Falmouth to get the scare of your life! It’s fun for all the family and children can join the quest around the castle to discover creepy crawlies. The adults can wait until nighttime for a guided tour through the shadow-world of ghosts!Lowender Peran Festival
30/10/2019 - 03/11/2019
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Taking place in Newquay on the North Coast is the Lowender peran Festival. This festival will celebrate traditional music, dance, storytelling, songs and their Celtic links to Brittany, Ireland, the Isle of Man and Scotland. The Singer Gwenno will be headlining the festival this year.Unbounded at the Eden Project
02/11/2019 - 26/01/2020
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The Unbounded event is an exhibition of contemporary art and explores some of the many of Cornwall’s beautiful environments. The Eden Project is located on the South Coast in St. Austell.Big Doggy Day Out Christmas Festival
02/11/2019
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If you head to Wadebridge on the North Coast on Saturday the 2nd November you can join in the first ‘Big Doggy Day Out Christmas Festival’ at the Royal Showground.Gatsby’s Gamble
07/11/2019
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Occuring on the South Coast in Cornwall is a 1920s themed party held by Mr. Jay Gatsby himself. Be prepared for an evening of fine dining and luxury.Bude Blues, Rhythm and Rock Festival
08/11/2019 - 10/11/2019
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This event has a very ambitious lineup and is made up of great artists from the UK and other parts of the world. This event will be hosted in Bude on the North Coast.Etsy Made Local Christmas Fair 2019
15/11/2019 - 17/11/2019
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This year the venue is much bigger and in a new location on the South Coast which is perfect to host the Christmas fair. There are 70 talented makers, designers and illustrators who will be gathering at the fair with their stalls full of homemade items and decorations. For anyone looking for an original Christmas present then this is the place to be.Cornwall Rocks
15/11/2019 - 17/11/2019
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Cornwall Rocks is a brand new festival taking place on the South Coast. The main headliners are The Quireboys, Diamond Head and Massive Wagons so be sure not to miss it!The Cornish Winter Fair
16/11/2019
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The Cornish Winter Fair is a free event taking place in Wadebridge along the North Coast. This event is held undercover within the Exhibition Halls at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre. The event is to celebreate everything to do with farming and food in Cornwall and there is free parking on site.Truro City of Lights
20/11/2019
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Taking place in Truro on the South Coast is the spectacular festivity that is Truro City of Lights. People gather in weird and wonderful attire and everything is illuminated throughout the streets.Healey’s Cornish Christmas Markets
23/11/2019 - 16/12/2019
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Hosted on Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm, located between Newquay and Truro on the North Coast, is the Cornish Christmas Markets event. Head on over to Healey’s to experience the only Christmas market set on a working farm in Cornwall.Bedruthan Christmas Fair
23/11/2019 - 24/11/2019
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Featured at this fair are some of the most talented craftspeople from the South West gathering in Mawgan Porth on the North Coast. There are three levels of stalls which inclue art, ceramics, illustration, fashion, textiles and much, much more.Made in Cornwall Christmas Fair
27/11/2019 - 01/12/2019
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Taking place in Truro on the South Coast is the Cornwall Christmas Fair which features handcrafted wall hangings, jigsaw puzzles, pottery and calendars just to name a few.St. Austell Brewery Celtic Beer Festival
30/11/2019
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This is going to be the biggest party of the year for everyone who loves everything to do with beer. Come and try a true taste of the South West in St. Austell.Flambards Christmas Craft Fayre
30/11/2019 - 01/12/2019
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Taking place in Helston, West Cornwall, is the Flambards Christmas Craft Fayre which is always packed with festive cheer and family friendly activities.Bedruthan Sugar and Spice Grotto
30/11/2019 - 23/12/2019
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Returning once more to Mawgan Porth on the North Coast is the Bedruthan Sugar and Spice Grotto. Bringing you a magical experience like no other, ensure you head on over this year to discover the magic for yourself!Father Christmas at Eden
30/11/2019 - 23/12/2019
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Taking place in St. Austell on the South Coast and being hosted by the Eden Project is yet another Christmas event. Meet Father Christmas and all his elves at the Eden Project this Christmas!
20Aug
Directions to Twice as Nice Beach Chalets
Full Address: 52 Upton Towans, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5BL - the site map is above.
Twice As Nice Chalets are actually located at the rear of Atlantic Coast Holiday Park so that’s the entrance you’re looking out for from the main road, a big sign saying ‘Atlantic Coast Holiday Park’.
When you first turn into Atlantic Coast Holiday Park, you will see that the road splits off three ways as you drive past the white reception / shop. (NB that’s the reception for Atlantic Coast Holiday Park, so Twice As Nice Chalets holidaymakers don’t need to stop there. You can however visit the shop to make daily purchases should you wish to do so).
To get to your chalet, you need to take the middle road as you go past the shop.
When the road forks again, take the left turn and then keep going until you come to a permanent Chalet (like a little house) on the left-side corner in front of you.
Drive straight past that onto the grass and you’re now alongside the chalets - see the picture below, based on the picture you either need to turn left for the four chalets at the front or go straight ahead to one of the first three chalets you can see.
As you drive up to the chalets you’ll see the names and numbers (green box illustrates on picture above) next to the doors (if you go back to the first picture though, you’ll see we’ve added the numbers onto the roofs for you so you can plan exactly which chalet to pull up in front of!).
Enter the code we give you into the box at the side of the door to find your key, and hey presto you’re home!!
Enjoy your holiday!!
05Aug
What Do I Need To Bring To My Chalet?
So you’re coming to Hayle, Cornwall, to one of our gorgeous holiday chalets for a break - but what do you need to bring with you, and what’s already provided at the Chalet?
If you’ve never been to stay with us before - or even if you’d like a reminder of what to bring and what’s already there, this is the guide for you!
Let’s look on a room-by room basis so you can be sure you don’t miss anything, but first let’s not forget a few basic things that you’re going to need to bring when you come to stay at the beautiful Twice As Nice Holiday Chalets in Hayle, Cornwall.
Overall:-
- Pound coins for the electric meter (located in the tall store cupboard in your Chalet) - the average amount used is £10 for the week, and remember you can always get change while you’re out and about
- Pound coins for the laundrette (located on the small caravan park next door)
If you’re bringing your dog/dogs:-
- Remember to book your dog(s) in with us, so we can make sure to allocate extra cleaning time to your chalet once you leave. Dogs carry a surcharge of just £30 each, so it won’t break the bank to bring your four-legged friend along
- Bring your own poo bags, and a bin-bag (or small bin) to store the used poo bags outside the chalet (bins can be emptied in the bin/recycling centre at the centre of the chalet area)
- Crate (if you use one), dog bed, throws, lead - and of course your dogs favourite toys!
Room-by-room in the Chalet, what you need to bring. Let’s look at what you’ll need to pack - (and what’s already provided is listed in brackets for you, for ease of reference).
Kitchen:-
- Food and Drink
- Salt, Pepper, Sauces - general condiments - and herbs / spices for cooking
- Washing up liquid, dishcloths and tea towels; bin liners / bags
- (Everything else - pots, pans, cutlery, mugs and glasses - is provided for you)
Living Room:-
- (Everything is provided, including comfy sofas and even blankets to sit under!)
- (There’s lamps, a TV, and spare powerpoints for you to charge your phone / tablet too)
Bathroom:-
- Towels, washcloths, soap, shower gels, shampoo, conditioner etc
- Toilet Rolls, we provide 1 just in case!
- Don’t forget your toothbrush and toothpaste - and your hairbrush!
Bedroom:-
- Sheets, Quilt Covers and Pillowcases
- (Pillows and Quilts all provided)
- (There’s lamps, a TV, and spare powerpoints for you to charge your phone / tablet too)
02Aug
Chalets To rent near Riviere Towans
Looking to come to beautiful Hayle, Cornwall for your next getaway? Look no further than Twice As Nice Chalets, where you and your four-legged friend can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy some well-earned peace and relaxation.
For dog-friendly holidays all year (except for high summer season, mid-July to end-August), you can’t get much better than the peace and tranquility offered by holidaying in Hayle.
You can choose from 6 equally gorgeous chalets situated on the very highly regarded Atlantic Coast Holiday Park - and no matter which chalet you choose, you’ll soon be relaxing and enjoying your home away from home.
Each of our beautiful holiday rentals have free Wi-Fi, TVs in the living room and each of the two bedrooms, and you can choose your bed configuration (between doubles and twin rooms) as each of the chalets are slightly different. All however have a sofa bed in the lounge enabling you to sleep up to 6 people comfortably for group getaways.
With a private deck and outdoor barbeque area and seating provided, you’ll be able to enjoy the glorious Cornish weather - and a cocktail or two! - in privacy and seclusion.
The Chalet kitchens are fully equipped with a tall fridge-freezer, an oven and a microwave, and contain all the pots, pans and plates you’ll need for your week away! There’s also seating around the kitchen bar - or why not enjoy the sunshine and have your meal on the deck outside the sliding patio doors off your living room?!
Choose from any of our six gorgeous chalets, each with a slightly different layout and bedroom configuration so we can cater for all your holiday needs!
Your four-legged friends are welcome to stay in our chalets with you (except for high summer), but do tell us when booking about your dogs please, as a small charge is made to cover our additional cleaning costs.
Enjoy meals and drinks outdoors on your private patio area - you can even barbeque out there (barbeque provided!).
Hopefully the weather during your stay is nice enough for you to take advantage of the brilliant outdoor spaces that come with the chalets. There’s plenty to do in the local area too - check out our ‘Events in Cornwall in August’ article to see what’s coming up. Hayle is just a few minutes drive away, and has a lot to offer both new visitors to this part of Cornwall and those who are already familiar with it’s charms.
Shops, cafes, restaurants and genuine Cornish pasty shops - you’ll find it all right on your doorstep. For you and your dog together, there are no end of dog-friendly beaches in the nearby area to visit. Whichever of our Chalets you choose for your holiday, we hope that you have a brilliant time - don’t forget to leave us a review so we can see how your stay went!
30Jul
Events this Month in Cornwall (August 2019)
Huguette Caland at Tate St Ives
24 May 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
St. Ives
Shifting between figuration and abstraction, large, colourful canvasses and detailed drawings from the 1970s and 1980s will explore the delicate balance between the suggestive and the explicit that Huguette Caland created in her work.
Miracle Theatre presents: 'A Perfect World'
8 Jun 2019 to 24 Aug 2019
Redruth
Miracle celebrates its 40th year with a brand new comic escapade! Gather your friends and family and take a journey to the end of the earth and beyond....
A World of My Own
12 Jun 2019 to 8 Sep 2019
Falmouth
A World of My Own features photographs and objects from Sir Robin Knox-Johnston’s personal collection and celebrates fifty years since his remarkable single handed journey around the world.
Munnings in Cornwall Exhibition
15 Jun 2019 to 7 Sep 2019
Penzance
Penlee House Gallery & Museum in Penzance is showing a special exhibition to mark 60 years since the death of the eccentric and controversial artist Sir Alfred Munnings exploring his works from the years he spent living in Cornwall.
Stuff and Nonsense
22 Jun 2019 to 7 Sep 2019
Falmouth
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and emerge into Falmouth Art Gallery’s extraordinary summer exhibition including poetry, illustration and photographs by Edward Lear, Spike Milligan, Quentin Blake, Lewis Carroll and other recognised ‘nonsense’ artists.
Wheal Martyn Summer Activities
5 Jul 2019 to 14 Sep 2019
St. Austell
There's loads to do at Wheal Martyn Clay Works this summer from Forest Schools to clay animation workshops, Teddy Bears picnic to paper making....
Outdoor Theatre at Bedruthan
6 Jul 2019 to 3 Aug 2019
Mawgan Porth
This summer catch two children's classics on the lawn at Bedruthan Hotel, Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves and Wind in the Willows will entertain you while you watch the sun go down over the bay.
Paulos Circus 2019 Rockets Tour
12 Jul 2019 to 7 Sep 2019
Newquay
We will be blasting off our 2019 tour with out of this world acts we have created to show you and your family the very best of live entertainment.
Tin Mine Clay
18 Jul 2019 to 31 Oct 2019
West Cornwall
An exhibition of ceramics made of clay found in Penwith tin mines that coincides with the centennial of two major events - the sinking of Victory shaft at Geevor Mine and the Levant mining disaster which claimed 31 lives.
Summer of Fun & Fireworks at Flambards
20 Jul 2019 to 2 Sep 2019
Helston
A fun-packed line up of entertainment has been put together for the summer holidays at the Cornish attraction with creepy crawly shows, fantastic firework displays, VR adventures, music and much, much more.
Open Air Cinema at Porthminster Beach
21 Jul 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
St. Ives
Iconic films, spectacular locations, Open Air Cinema UK are coming to Porthminster Beach, St Ives this summer!
Earth Story at the Eden Project
24 Jul 2019 to 3 Sep 2019
St. Austell
This summer at Eden take a journey into earth’s astonishing past, precarious present day and a future that’s ours to make.
A Summer of Scoundrels and Scallywags
24 Jul 2019 to 2 Aug 2019
Newquay
Be transported back 300 years to the Golden Age of Piracy. Armed with only a treasure map, new recruits will need to solve the clues in order to claim their pirate treasure.
Paradise Park's Summer of Parrots
26 Jul 2019 to 3 Sep 2019
Hayle
Celebrate the colourful world of parrots at the home of the World Parrot Trust (WPT). See rare Blue-throated and Great Green Macaws, Citron-crested Cockatoos, Sun Conures, Mitchell’s Lorikeets and many more in their aviaries at the Park.
Charlestown Regatta Week
27 Jul 2019 to 2 Aug 2019
St. Austell
A week of fun events for all the family including includes events such as the fun triathlon, raft races, donkey derby, live music and colourful carnival to raise funds for the local community.
Echoes
27 Jul 2019 to 24 Aug 2019
St. Ives
What are the Echoes inspiring the new work of Sue Davis, Lesley Harry and Jane Smith?
Looe Carnival Week
28 Jul 2019 to 3 Aug 2019
Looe
The highlight of the Looe Lions' calendar with a week of events that appeal to everyone. Entertainment for the whole family is guaranteed as the busy seaside town gears up for seven days of fun
Venues throughout Looe.
Treasure Island of Summer Activities
29 Jul 2019 to 4 Sep 2019
Marazion
Inspired by stories and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your own treasure to take home throughout the summer holidays
St Endellion Summer Music Festival
30 Jul 2019 to 9 Aug 2019
Port Isaac
Internationally famous festival. Symphony orchestra and a chorus of 75, with guest artistes, encompasses the classics from Brahms to Stravinsky, music from Broadway and late night brass bands.
Sister Act!
30 Jul 2019 to 3 Aug 2019
Falmouth
Rejoice! Sister Act is heading to Falmouth this summer.
Wild Wednesdays Kids’ Club
31 Jul 2019 to 28 Aug 2019
St. Austell
Give your kids a wild adventure this summer holidays in our weekly outdoor play club for 7-11-year-olds. Facilitated by our experienced Education Team and based in Eden's unique outdoor learning space in our wild outer estate.
Open Air Cinema at Pendennis Castle
1 Aug 2019 to 22 Aug 2019
Falmouth
Iconic films, spectacular locations, Open Air Cinema UK are coming to Cornwall this summer! Whether you want to see this summer’s ‘must see’ film, the Oscar winning Bohemian Rhapsody or family favourites like Shrek, there's something for everyone!
Miracle Theatre - 40 Years of Touring
1 Aug 2019 to 3 Sep 2019
Helston
As part of its 40th year celebrations, Miracle Theatre are joining forces with the Museum of Cornish Life in Helston to share and celebrate their history with a month-long Miracle Theatre Time Capsule Exhibition this August
Kneehigh present The Dancing Frog
2 Aug 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
Carlyon Bay
Poor Gertrude thinks she’ll never laugh or love again. But then she has a lucky encounter on a lily pad. With a frog. Called George. Suddenly, things are looking bright again!
Creation Fest
3 Aug 2019 to 9 Aug 2019
Wadebridge
Creation Fest is a free admission Christian music festival with Bible teaching, and fun for the whole family.
Newquay Society of Artists: Trenance Cottages Exhibition
3 Aug 2019 to 11 Aug 2019
Newquay
A selection of local arts and crafts will be on display at Trenance Cottages, Trenance Gardens, Newquay.
Mount Edgcumbe American & Classic Car Show & Fayre
4 Aug 2019
Torpoint
500 American and Classic cars to see, a craft fayre and stalls, a car boot fair, amusements, refreshments, a licenced bar and live music.
Boardmasters Surf, Skate & Music Festival
7 Aug 2019 to 11 Aug 2019
Newquay
Surf, skate & music festival situated across two legendary locations featuring the best in action sports including surfing and a laid back music festival.
Falmouth Week
9 Aug 2019 to 18 Aug 2019
Falmouth
Falmouth Week has grown into the largest sailing regatta in the south west with more than 450 yachts racing over eight days, and a lively programme of shoreside events. Various Venues in Falmouth
The Chestnut Appeal - St Michael’s Mount Swim
10 Aug 2019
Marazion
If you are a strong swimmer and have always wanted to take a swim around the St Michael's Mount, this is a great opportunity to swim in safety and raise some money for this important South West region charity.
Tregony Heavy Horse Show & Country Fayre
11 Aug 2019
The Roseland
Tregony annual Heavy Horse Show and Country Fayre presents the parading and judging of heavy horses and Shetland ponies.
Camelford Agricultural Show
14 Aug 2019
Cornwall
Traditional agricultural show, Includes dog shows, vintage vehicle collections, displays of cattle, sheep and horses, sheep shearing displays, a heavy horse show and much more.
Kneehigh present Ubu
15 Aug 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
South Coast > St. Austell
We all know an Ubu. Impossibly greedy, unstoppably crude, inexorably hell-bent on making our country great again! Sound familiar? Expect world-class buffoonery from Kneehigh in this deliriously unhinged improvised musical of stark raving sing-along satire
Cornish Steam and Country Fair
16 Aug 2019 to 18 Aug 2019
West Cornwall
Previously known as the West of England Steam Rally. Up to 100 full size and miniature steam engines from all over the country, rural craft displays & children's entertainment.
Science in the Square
16 Aug 2019
Falmouth
Be a scientist for the day! This fantastic event gives children of all ages the chance to experience the wonders of science first hand through a series of talks and interactive sessions. Free Event
Fowey Regatta and Carnival Week
18 Aug 2019 to 24 Aug 2019
Fowey
One of the best local regattas in the country, with a fun-filled week for all the family. Events include tightly contested races, a midweek carnival and a spectacular firework display over the harbour.
St Ewe Country Fair
18 Aug 2019
St Austell
A traditional rural country fair with arena events, sideshows, animals, food, horticultural, craft and children's tents, cream teas and competitions. A great day out for all the family raising money for local charities and good causes.
Holsworthy and Stratton Agricultural Show
22 Aug 2019
Bude
A fun filled day out for all the family. Entertainment all day long including gymnastics, falconry, motorcycle stunts, Jive dancing, children’s sports, and horse jumping.
Holsworthy & Stratton Agricultural Show
47th Cornwall Folk Festival
22 Aug 2019 to 26 Aug 2019
Wadebridge
There's an amazing line up of international, national and local performers coming to Wadebridge in August with stages all over the town as musicians fill the place with music.
Cornwall Pride 2019
24 Aug 2019
Newquay
An annual celebration of diversity for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people in Cornwall, their friends and families. A parade, live entertainment, stalls and food.
The Return of the Secret Gin Garden
24 Aug 2019
Redruth
From the creators of The Great Estate Festival comes a decadent one-night soirée of tantalising beverages, live music, burlesque, DJs and fire dancing.
Polkerris Swim Festival 2019
24 Aug 2019
South Coast
The Swim Festival is a mass-participation open water sea swimming event and a great chance to try a swim of a particular distance if you’re a beginner or experienced swimmer.
Cornwall Motorsport Month
26 Aug 2019 to 4 Oct 2019
Cornwall
Champion the diversity of motorsport in Cornwall by showcasing some of the best events on both two and four wheels throughout the month of September.
Bude Jazz 2019
27 Aug 2019 to 30 Aug 2019
Bude
Bude has been involved in staging jazz festivals for 25 years and is renowned world-wide for its support for the music.
Cornwall Motorfest 2019
30 Aug 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
Newquay
Cornwall's biggest motoring event returns this summer, spread over three days, offering a great day out for families and petrol heads. Highlights include live music, stunt shows, classic cars, the Saturday Soapbox Race and much much more...
Classic Sail Festival
30 Aug 2019 to 1 Sep 2019
Charlestown
Charlestown Harbour is staging their first ever Classic Sail Festival taking place in the Inner Harbour at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrating the ports maritime heritage, classic sail, music, food and drink.
27Jun
A Dog Friendly Holiday in a Cornwall Chalet
Why should you have to go on holiday without your faithful furry companion? Come and stay with us at the beautiful seaside resort of Gwithian Sands, Hayle, Cornwall and enjoy a family holiday that’s suitable for all the family - 4-legged members included.
Our beautiful chalets, nestled amongst the sand dunes along Hayle’s world famous 3 miles of golden sands, are perfectly positioned to cater to your family’s every need - and except in high summer, you can bring your dog or dogs for just a small (£30) charge per dog.
By high summer, we mean 6th of July to 30th of August only. Outside of these few weeks, your pooches are as welcome as you and the rest of your family are.
Relax on the decking in the gorgeous Cornwall sunshine, or be as active as you like and explore the miles and miles of walks across sand dunes, beaches, and even nearby woods.
Or why not pop into historic Hayle for a wander down the pretty High Street and an ice-cream or two - after a traditional Cornish pasty, of course. You are holidaying in Cornwall, after all, and some traditions simply must be expected!
Don’t be shy of taking your dogs out and about round town with you - a surprising number of shops are dog friendly, likely as a result of the high numbers of holiday makers bringing their whole family to these picture perfect chalets for a well-deserved break.
It’s exactly the same story in major towns nearby too - Redruth is a very dog friendly place to go shopping for the day; and if you want to go further afield we found the same to be true of the historic and beautiful town of Penzance.
Looking for a destination trip for the day? The Cornish Seal Sanctuary welcomes dogs on leads, as does the famous Healey’s Cider Farm. In fact, with a little research into the lovingly placed tourist information pack contained within each of our Chalets, you’ll find somewhere welcoming for you and your dogs every day of your stay.
If actually going places isn’t for you, well there’s good news about the dog friendly status of most of the nearby beaches! It’s worth checking - and your Chalet will contain a handy map allowing you to do just that! - because some of the beaches do operate a seasonal ban from April to October. However, this ban only covers the daytime - you can still take your dogs early morning or late evening - and who doesn’t love the thought of an early morning walk with their dogs on a beach in Cornwall?!
You’ll find plenty to do and the time will fly past while you soak up the sun on the beach or back at your Chalet - and your faithful furry companions will love it too….just watch out for those local rabbits!!
Don’t be shy of taking your dogs out and about round town with you - a surprising number of shops are dog friendly, likely as a result of the high numbers of holiday makers bringing their whole family to these picture perfect chalets for a well-deserved break.
It’s exactly the same story in major towns nearby too - Redruth is a very dog friendly place to go shopping for the day; and if you want to go further afield we found the same to be true of the historic and beautiful town of Penzance.
Looking for a destination trip for the day? The Cornish Seal Sanctuary welcomes dogs on leads, as does the famous Healey’s Cider Farm. In fact, with a little research into the lovingly placed tourist information pack contained within each of our Chalets, you’ll find somewhere welcoming for you and your dogs every day of your stay.
If actually going places isn’t for you, well there’s good news about the dog friendly status of most of the nearby beaches! It’s worth checking - and your Chalet will contain a handy map allowing you to do just that! - because some of the beaches do operate a seasonal ban from April to October. However, this ban only covers the daytime - you can still take your dogs early morning or late evening - and who doesn’t love the thought of an early morning walk with their dogs on a beach in Cornwall?!
You’ll find plenty to do and the time will fly past while you soak up the sun on the beach or back at your Chalet - and your faithful furry companions will love it too….just watch out for those local rabbits!!
26Jun
The Perfect Gwithian Sands Chalet Holiday
Consider this tucked-away treasure on the beautiful North Cornwall coast. Picturesque beaches, unspoilt countryside and views that stretch for miles. Now imagine holidaying in your very own wooden beach chalet here, and let’s plan how you could spend that perfect time away! All our chalets are fully equipped so you wont even need to bring kitchenware.
Gwithian Sands is situated on the outskirts of the village of Gwithian, Hayle. Extensive sand dunes border the beautiful Gwithian Beach in West Cornwall. Located at the eastern end of St Ives Bay, between Hayle and Godrevy Point, three miles of golden sand beach make this an ideal spot for the family holiday.
Gwithian Sands is located next to the expansive, rolling grassy dunes of Gwithian and Upton Towans (a large site of special scientific interest, with abundant flowers, unusual plants and bird life - ideal for nature lovers), providing hours of safe play for children and beautiful and relaxing walks for adults.
A short walk, over the beautiful sand dunes, reaches the unspoilt beach at Gwithian, which is never crowded, even during the summer. The beach is excellent for bathing, while younger children can enjoy safe paddling in numerous rock pools. The beach is ideal for surfing, wind & kite surfing and bodyboarding. There are many local places of interest and the surrounding area is great for rambling.
This a very peaceful location and many people simply enjoy relaxing during the day, taking in the sun and allowing children (and adults!) to play on the Dunes. In the evening you can relax and unwind on your Chalet’s open plan decking and even dine Al Fresco. A home from home.
Gwithian, when the tide is low, is connected to other beaches that lead all the way to Hayle estuary. This three mile expanse is formed by Godrevy, Gwithian, Upton Towans, Mexico Towans and Hayle beach, which sits at the mouth of Hayle estuary.
Looking for a place to go with your dogs? Both the south-west section of Gwithian, Upton Towans and Mexico Towans allow dogs all year round — and the next beach over from Hayle beach, Porthkidney, is also dog friendly — so there’s plenty of space to let the dogs run.
Seasonal lifeguards serve the beaches here, so it’s a great place for those wanting to get in the water. You’ll find plenty of people in the water at most times of year, and although many will be surfers, there are plenty of windsurfers, kite-surfers and paddle-boarders about too, providing scenes of real adrenaline for onlookers on dry land.
Gwithian village itself is set back from the beach, hidden from view by the rolling Towans. This small hamlet is extremely pretty, and the local pub, the Red River Inn is a great place to grab a bite to eat and sample some local ales. For amenities and entertainment besides what can be found on the beach, head a few miles west of Gwithian to Hayle. This local town has plenty of supermarkets, restaurants and shops, while on the outskirts you will find some great farm shops.
Just a few miles further across the bay is St Ives. This beautiful town is a hive of activity during the summer, with local boutiques, restaurants and art galleries offering plenty to do all in a picturesque setting. For those looking to escape the crowds, a visit to St Ives out of season is a must. Its rich history of artists is commemorated by numerous museums and galleries, including the Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth museum. St Ives is a great place to explore for anyone visiting the area, and why not make a day of it by including a stroll or sunbathe on the towns’ two main beaches, Porthmeor and Porthminster.
With all the attractions, shopping opportunities, wildlife spotting and long sandy beaches it is no surprise that the Gwithian area is a popular spot for holidays.
03May
Holidays in Hayle
Hayle, Cornwall is a picturesque old fishing town with charm, the finest beaches and easy access to all Cornwall has to offer.
Hayle surrounds a beautiful estuary on the edge of St Ives Bay in West Cornwall.
Archaeological excavations of Greek and Roman pottery suggest it was an important trading port for tin thousands of years ago, and during the industrial revolution copper smelting flourished in the town, the importance of which saw the town’s harbour and townscape being granted World Heritage Site status in 2006.
Hayle was the first town in Cornwall to be awarded "Walkers Are Welcome" status which means the footpaths and trails around the town are well maintained and well-marked. With plenty of rugged countryside around, it’s an ideal place to pull on your hiking boots and set off for your holiday hike.
To the west lie 3 miles of golden sands and, with a constant breeze off the Atlantic, the area is well-known for both its surfing and wind sailing. Hayle’s wide estuary, managed by the RSPB and the UK’s most south westerly, is an important stopping off point for migratory birds.
Top 10 things to do in Hayle
- Visit the Beaches
- Try an authentic Cornish Pasty
- Paradise Park
- Industrial heritage
- Waterside Cafes
- Birdwatching
- Surfing
- Feeding the ducks
- St Ives Train
- Climb Trencrom Hill
After years in decline since its heyday as a foundry town and port, Hayle seems to be well and truly on the up - thanks in no small part to the summer influx of tourism to the bustling little town. A brace of smart new cafes have opened along the harbour and visitors will always find plenty to do, see and eat.
Apart from the town's industrial heritage, Hayle boasts some fine natural assets such as miles of fine sandy beaches and an estuary teaming with birdlife. Both are within walking distance of the town which in itself has some great features if you know where to look.
Hayle town centre is unusual in that it is really only one street. However it is a very long street joining the historic Foundry district to the shops of the Copperhouse district and is packed with great little shops, boutiques and cafes to tempt the visitor.
But what can you actually do to pass the time in Hayle? Here’s our top 10 visitor tips for you.
- Visit the Beaches - Hayle has built its reputation as a resort town on its "3 miles of golden sand" and this is a pretty fair summary. At low tide there is an uninterrupted stretch of beautiful, fine sand reaching from the estuary mouth all the way to Godrevy Point in the north. The beaches closest to the estuary are referred to as the Towans, and despite being closest to town they have a wild feel with high windswept dunes and wide open space. Gwithian and Godrevy at the north are popular with surfers, and also great for kids with plenty of facilities and some super rock pools.
- Try an authentic Cornish Pasty - Hayle is one of the best towns in West Cornwall to get a pasty from. Not only is there the "Famous" Philp's bakery down by the harbour and the Foundry but there is the lesser known, but equally excellent, Hampsons. The bonus of choosing a Philp's pasty is you can sit in the car park and look out over the harbour whilst munching your pasty.
- Paradise Park - Paradise Park dates back to the 1970s when it was set up by former "Milky Bar Kid" Mike Reynolds. A large Victorian house set in extensive grounds, Reynolds thought it was the ideal place for a tropical bird garden. Initially called “Bird Paradise”, it has expanded much over the years to become one of Cornwall's top tourist attractions. Paradise Park now boasts a petting farm, small railway, an indoor play area and still maintains a fine collection of birds.
- Industrial heritage - however you enter Hayle it is hard not to be reminded that this was once an important industrial town. At one end the old iron works and the other the derelict bulk of Loggans Mill. Even the names of Hayle's two districts; Copperhouse and Foundry, reflect this heritage. Hayle's industrial credential date back over 2,000 years when it is said the Phoenicians came here to trade tin. In 2006, both the harbour and Foundry part of the town were awarded World Heritage status in recognition of their historic importance. It is well worth exploring the old Foundry and taking a walk along the recently spruced up quaysides.
- Waterside Cafes - over recent years Hayle has experienced something of a renaissance, and the Foundry end of town has been spruced up in admirable fashion. Also worth a visit is Mr B's Ice Cream Parlour, just up the road. There are more varieties of freshly made ice cream served than you ever knew existed!
- Birdwatching - Hayle is firmly on the twitcher's map with the Estuary and Copperhouse Creek RSPB reserves providing unique habitats. As the most southerly tidal estuary in Britain the water never freezes here and in the winter it becomes a haven for migrating wildfowl. Throughout the year any number of birds from the mundane to the exotic can be spotted here; Curlew, Little Egret, Oystercatchers, Widgeon and the occasional Osprey are just some of the birds to be found here.
- Surfing - As mentioned there are no shortages of beaches near Hayle. Not only do these beaches look nice they also provide some of the most consistent surfing conditions in Cornwall. On all but the calmest of summer's days there will be a surfable wave somewhere between Godrevy and Hawks Point across the river mouth. One of the great things about this stretch of coast is the waves get gradually bigger as you move along the beach. It also curves around so you can find some offshore if the wind is anywhere between easterly and south-westerly.
- Feeding the ducks - One of the nicest spots in Hayle is the old Millpond. It is hard to imagine that this peaceful pool was once part of a global centre of industry. In those days the pond was part of a water system which drove a mill used for grinding corn. This was in turn fed to an army of horses which transported the goods produced by the foundry over land or to the nearby harbour. These days the majority of activity in Hayle's millpond is due to the ducks! They are more than happy to receive a tasty treat from Philp's bakery next door.
- St Ives Train -There is a train station in Hayle itself; it's on the main Penzance to Paddington line. However, if it is a scenic ride that skirts some of the most picturesque coastal scenery anywhere in Cornwall that you are after then you'll need to head to Lelant Saltings station. From here you can take what has oft been described as the most scenic railway in Britain. The highlight of the St Ives Railway is as it hugs the cliffs above Carbis Bay beach and you get your first glimpse of the St Ives as you round Porthminster Point.
- Climb Trencrom Hill - At around 550 feet (175m) high Trencrom Hill is the highest point in the old district of Penwith. As you can imagine, the views from the top are pretty spectacular. To the south you look down over Mount's Bay and St Michael's Mount; to the east the view up the coast is stunning, with all of Hayle's beaches laid out in front of you and St Agnes Beacon looming in the distance. Owned by National Trust, Trencrom also has many signs of prehistoric settlement. Whilst these are not easy to discern, you can appreciate the weather worn rocks that help make this a very atmospheric spot.