Melanie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Padstow
Historic harbour
Excellent beach with tall monoliths carved out by the ocean. Only accessible at low tide and there are some steep steps to go down (and up again). You need to be reasonably fit but the beach is something special.
76 locals recommend
Bedruthan Steps
Excellent beach with tall monoliths carved out by the ocean. Only accessible at low tide and there are some steep steps to go down (and up again). You need to be reasonably fit but the beach is something special.
Food scene
Caffè Rojano by Paul Ainsworth
9 Mill SquareExcellent food and reasonably priced.
Michelin starred restaurant owned by Paul Ainsworth. Excellent food. Book in advance.
73 locals recommend
Paul Ainsworth at Number 6
6 Middle StMichelin starred restaurant owned by Paul Ainsworth. Excellent food. Book in advance.
Chip Ahoy
8 Broad StThe locals chippy. Great chips at a reasonable price.
Rick Stein's pub in St Merryn. Good food and local beer. No need to book but can get busy. Large garden for sunny evenings.
57 locals recommend
The Cornish Arms
Rick Stein's pub in St Merryn. Good food and local beer. No need to book but can get busy. Large garden for sunny evenings.
Great for breakfast bites, cakes, pasties and coffee. 3 minutes away in St Merryn.
7 locals recommend
Malcolm Barnecutt Bakery
Great for breakfast bites, cakes, pasties and coffee. 3 minutes away in St Merryn.
Golf
Excellent golf course with great views to the ocean.
25 locals recommend
Trevose Golf and Country Club
Excellent golf course with great views to the ocean.
One of the best golf courses in the UK. Stunning views across the estuary and some terrific holes.
24 locals recommend
St Enodoc Golf Club
One of the best golf courses in the UK. Stunning views across the estuary and some terrific holes.
A local golf course that doesn't get too busy. Some interesting holes and great views. Best to book a buggy if there is one available as it can be quite hilly in places.
8 locals recommend
Merlin Golf Club
St Eval RoadA local golf course that doesn't get too busy. Some interesting holes and great views. Best to book a buggy if there is one available as it can be quite hilly in places.