Location: Padstow
Top Things to do in Padstow
Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Padstow, England
Walking is a way of life in the picturesque Cornwall town of Padstow. The South West Coast Path—which, at 630 miles, is Britain’s longest footpath—stretches along the coast and, via ferry, across the River Carmel. The former fishing port is today a hub of fine wining and dining. Lose yourself in the Lost Gardens of Heligan, a fairyland of heirloom flowers, or go back to the future at the Eden Project, a horticultural wonderland housed inside dramatic biodomes.
Restaurants in Padstow
1. Padstow Boat Trips
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
15 High Speed Tours Of Camel Estuary Taking In Views Of All Local Beaches And Sites Of Interest And Beauty
2. Padstow Sealife Safaris
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5.0 based on 1,027 reviews
Padstow Sealife Safaris offer passengers the chance to experience the high speed thrill in search of the rich and diverse marine wildlife that the North Cornish Coast has to offer, yet in a safe and responsible manner. Our ethos is for sensitive wild life observation without disturbing their nature habitat. Your safety and comfort are paramount to us. All passengers are fitted with life jackets and a safety briefing given before departure of every trip. Waterproofs are available on request. We understand that some people may have a disability or are just concerned about the boat, just tell us and we will do our utmost to help. The vessel is fully licensed and carries Third Party Insurance (excluding personal effects).
3. Harlyn Surf School
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5.0 based on 368 reviews
Watersports centre based on the stunning North Cornish coast at award winning Harlyn bay close to Padstow. We specialise in surfing, stand up paddleboarding, coasteering and sit on top kayaking tours for families, groups, schools and individuals. Full range of wetsuits and watersports kit available to hire from our beach cabin with Harlyn bay widely recognised as one of the safest and best family beaches on the Cornish coast. Council and adventure activity licensed, fully insured with over 20 years experience.
4. Waves Surf School
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
Whatever level of surf coaching you require, from a beginners tasters session to advanced competition techniques and video analysis, Waves Surf School has the perfect coaching session for you.Located on the North Coast of Cornwall between Newquay and Padstow gives us the ideal location for you to sample surfing in the Atlantic ocean.Our motto is simple, provide the most skilled instructors, deliver the best tuition, supply the latest equipment and have fun safely!!
5. Treyarnon Bay Beach
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5.0 based on 364 reviews
Reviewed By SteveP933 - Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
This little bay provided hours of entertainment and adrenaline-spiking fun, so much so that we had to go back. The star attraction is the "coasteering" area at the southern side of the bay where you can test your mettle to the max by jumping off the sides of the cliff into the deep channel below - I'm not too ashamed to admit that my 49 year old brain refused to launch me from the highest ledges when my 10 year leapt off without so much as second thought! They were to drag away from this particular source of entertainment, being encouraged to leave only by the rapidly receding tide and subsequent reduction in depth of landing zone water. There's a nearby sea cave that can be accessed at low tide for the explorer in you, and the beach itself provides lots of space to build castles, play beach sports or just sun yourself. Body boarding and swimming under the careful watch of the lifeguards adds more fun, and when you fancy a coffee, hot chocolate or bite to eat, there's an excellent van in the large car park.
6. Padstow and Stepper Point Walk
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5.0 based on 147 reviews
A 6 mile headland walk along the South West Coast Path giving far-reaching views over the mouth of the River Camel and the Doom Bar, where mermaids wait to lure sailors to disaster! Features include sandy beaches, secluded coves, holy wells, a daymark tower and some stunning rock formations.
Reviewed By 36olivec - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
The sheer joy of walking part of the South West Coastal path from Padstow Harbour is just terrific...the sun is usually out, people smile and are happy and you have splendid views to gaze at...great stuff...
7. Padstow to Harlyn Bay Trail
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
A long walk on the South West Coast Path, on mostly level terrain, although the route becomes more challenging and rugged after Gun Point. The dramatic coastline around Stepper Point includes an enormous collapsed sea cave at Roundhole Point.
Reviewed By haltoi01 - Wallasey, United Kingdom
I think like other dog walkers this is a favourite from padstow. Simple walk up the hill from padstow Easy access to the beach or clamber across the rocky outcrops. Walk on the soft sand or find the harder sand to walk on down the bay. Little inlet if you want to follow the path up past the lifeboat station and up to the top of the hill point or carry on if the ride lets you and walk up and around by the lifeboat.
8. Padstow Lifeboat Station
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By mrsdancingqueen
Stunning views from this Lifeboat Station connecting to beautiful coastal walks. The Station is staffed by welcoming personnel who happily and proudly inform all comers about the Life Boat - its crew and the job they do. Children love the experience The Boat is launched 6pm every Wednesday- a sight not to be missed . Be sure to leave a donation on your way out - the RNLI is fully funded by public donations.
9. Buttermilk Artisan Confectionery
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
This is the original Padstow fudge shop which opened in 1964, started by two ladies who used to make the treats above the shop. You can choose from over 50 flavours of fudge, tablet, honeycomb, brittles, coconut ice, biscuits and sweets. You can also get your hands on gifts from Cornwall. Come and try our delicious Cornish handmade treats.
10. Padstow Harbour
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4.5 based on 2,558 reviews
Reviewed By RachieShillito - Doncaster, United Kingdom
Had an amazing day here today despite being really busy, parked in the park and ride at the top of the hill £5 all day and free bus down to Padstow - well worth it as the town car park is always full! Had fun crabbing on the harbour, had lovely fish and chips from Chips Ahoy and also went on the ferry over to Rock for the first time today (return tickets are £4 for adults and £2 for children ) - spent a couple of hours exploring the area and enjoying the views!
