Things to do Around Crantock
The Waves is situated in Crantock on the North coast of beautiful Cornwall. It is surrounded by miles of golden beaches, dramatic coastline and an array of fantastic visits to enjoy for all ages. Below are just a few of the places you could visit if you choose to stay at The Waves Crantock.
Beaches
You are only a ten minute walk from one of the best beaches in Cornwall (or England!...or Europe!!) Crantock offers a bit of everything for everyone – surf, sunbathing, dune adventures, shallow paddling pools, and riverside ambles. Something for the whole family! Parking is available (National Trust and a private car park) in case you have a lot to carry – but it does get busy, so get there early to avoid a queue. For those wanting to try surfing or paddle boarding the super-friendly Big Green Surf School offer both lessons and rental 07790 447099 or info@biggreensurfschool.com
The world-famous surfing beach with parking and all the food options already mentioned above.
A good option for the family where you can hire boards and wet suits.
A beautiful beach but be prepared for the long steep steps to access.
Great facilities with a café and restaurant, but steep steps to access.
A very popular beach with lots of places to get food and drinks and is right next to the Aquarium for those rainy days.
Beyond the Beach
A huge soft play and trampoline centre just by the pool and zoo – another rainy-day option.
A UNESCO world Heritage site. This working harbour situated near St Austell is the site of many films and TV shows, including Poldark, The three Musketeers and Rebecca.
A Cornish Heritage and Culture destination in Pool (near Redruth) offering educational gardens, a café and one of the best adventure playgrounds around!
200 acres of garden history, mystery and romance (as well as great cafes, a farm and a good playground!)
A grand stately house near Bodmin. Great walks and good cycle trails around the estate, which can be accessed without a membership.
An Elizabethan stately home 2 miles from Crantock and well worth a visit.
A super zoo showcasing lions, penguins, meercats and monkeys.
The South West Coastal Path offers some of the finest and most spectacular walking in the UK. Easily reached from Crantock Beach you have the option of heading north towards Newquay, Porth Island and onto Watergate bay, Mawgan Porth and Padstow. Or go south towards Perranporth passing the beautiful beaches of Polly Joke and Holywell Bay. From Perranporth you can take a bus to return to Newquay.
A lovely lake with boat hire, manicured gardens, cafes and great scooting opportunities.
The world-famous attraction near St Austell. Please book online.
A quality tennis club open to all close by to the zoo and swimming pool.
An idyllic city offering high street and independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The Cathedral and Truro museum are both worth a visit in the centre of the city. The park and ride buses (situated both east and west of the city) are a must for avoiding high parking costs.
Two swimming pools (one for lengths and one for fun!) for those rainy days.
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