A LITTLE FURTHER

Cornish gems worth travelling for

If you don’t mind spending slightly longer in the car, there is an array of exciting attractions in Cornwall just waiting to be explored! Discover St Michael's Mount, immerse yourself in a tropical climate at The Eden Project, meet the animals at Newquay Zoo, wander The Lost Gardens of Heligan or Trebah Garden, or visit England's most westerly point at Land's End…

St. Michaels Mount

15.4 miles awayCoastalHistoric

One of the most iconic locations in Cornwall, St Michaels Mount with its dramatic location and incredible scenery has even been used as a filming location – most recently for the popular Game of Thrones series! Visit the legendary castle, take a wander along the historic harbour and enjoy the pretty gardens which thrive on the island’s unique microclimate. When you’re done exploring, there are a handful of cafes to enjoy, as well as the Island Shop, where you can pick up a special souvenir to remember your visit!

Trebah Garden

16 miles awayFamily FriendlyGardens

Trebah Garden is one of Cornwall's most spectacular subtropical gardens. Explore winding pathways through exotic planting, colourful seasonal displays and peaceful woodland before arriving at the garden's own private beach. With a welcoming café, children's adventure play area and riverside setting, it's a wonderful day out for visitors of all ages.

Newquay Zoo

19 miles awayAttractionsFamily Friendly

A firm favourite with families, Newquay Zoo boasts hundreds of exotic animals as well as familiar furry faces. Expect to discover otters, armadillos, zebras, parrots, monkeys, snakes and lnyx…to name just a few! There is plenty to enjoy including special events and regular feeding times and talks where you can learn more about the critters who call Newquay Zoo home. You’re welcome to bring your own picnic to the zoo which you can enjoy in their picnic areas, or you’ll find a café onsite, as well as a delightful gift shop for picking up a special animal themed souvenir.

Land’s End

27 miles awayAttractionsCoastal

No visit to Cornwall is complete without a trip to Land's End, the most westerly point of mainland England. Known for its dramatic cliffs, sweeping Atlantic views and rugged coastline, it's the perfect place to experience Cornwall's wild natural beauty. Take a stroll along the South West Coast Path, soak up the stunning scenery and enjoy one of the county's most iconic landmarks.

Lost Gardens of Heligan

28 miles awayDog FriendlyGardens

An award-winning gardens, The Lost Gardens of Heligan invite you to take a step back in time and lose yourself in Europe’s largest garden restoration. Set out along winding paths to enjoy the gardens that await, including Victorian productive gardens, pleasure grounds and a jungle experience. See if you can find the The Giant’s Head, Mud Maid and Grey Lady hidden amongst the foliage, as well as a whole variety of enthralling wildlife, such as kingfishers and hummingbird hawkmoths!

The Eden Project

35 miles awayFamily FriendlyGardens

Once a former clay mine that had left the landscape barren, The Eden Project is now a vibrant global garden that lets you take a thrilling journey around the natural world. Grab your explorer’s hat and trek through the incredible biomes where you can explore the world’s largest indoor rainforest. Immerse yourself in the Mediterranean biome before enjoying the extensive outdoor gardens and a variety of art and thought-provoking performance pieces. The whole site is buggy friendly so great for those with little ones in tow and you will find a café onsite where you can enjoy some tasty treats.

Your questions answered

Travelling a little further

Which places are best for a full day out?

These destinations are all ideal for a full day out, with plenty to see and do, making the extra travel time well worth it for a relaxed day of exploring.

Are any of these suitable for a rainy day out?

Yes. The National Maritime Museum and the Eden Project both offer indoor and all-weather experiences, making them perfect for those rainy days in Cornwall.

What makes these places worth the extra travel time?

These are some of Cornwall’s most popular destinations, from world-famous gardens to historic coastal towns, offering unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Can I combine more than one attraction in a day?

It’s possible to combine some locations depending on your route, but most of these locations work best as a full-day trip due to their size and distance from Trengove Farm.

Is parking available?

Yes. All of these places offer on-site or nearby parking, although charges may apply and car parks can get busy during peak times. We recommend arriving early to secure a space.

Are these places dog-friendly?

Some of the outdoor locations are dog-friendly, but policies vary between attractions, so it’s best to check before visiting.

“

We spent a wonderful week in a beautiful and very clean cottage at Trengove Farm. Nice welcome gifts and flowers on the table underlined the homely atmosphere. The kitchen was very well equipped. Our dog loved the garden and large grassland.

“

We needed to change our booking at very short notice and Trengove Farm were very helpful and accommodating. Mowhay cottage was cosy and warm for a December break and even the little conservatory had underfloor heating. All the rooms were well furnished and spotlessly clean. The cottages are in a lovely rural setting and we will definitely stay here again.

“

We had a great time last year in the Roundhouse so this year we decided to try out the Trengove. It was absolutely huge for the two of us. The cottage was very well furnished and spotlessly clean and we particularly loved the stained glass windows. With the typical Cornish weather, we managed to enjoy the private sunny patio and also made use of the wood burner every night.

“

The location was perfect; isolated without being too isolated and close to the beach, shops and eateries. It’s also quite central to accessing every part of Cornwall. The welcome and support from the owners was exemplary. The accommodation was smart, comfortable and spacious. We witnessed upgrades over the years including a wonderful new lounge. I cannot fault this place at all and would highly recommend it to anyone wishing to visit Cornwall.

“

We had a super stay at The Gew for a week in mid June. The cottage and location are perfect for us - this was our second time here. One of our group had limited mobility but with a few tweaks here and there we had no issues. The owners are super friendly and helpful and Gully the spaniel is adorable. It’s a great location to explore the countryside, beaches and towns and to do as much or as little as you want.

“

Beautiful clean comfortable accommodation. Everything we required to cook was supplied. Very efficient heating and plenty of very hot water. Location was good for going out and about. Plenty of walks locally. Recommend Trebah Gardens and the National Trust gardens right next door. Both stunning and great maze in the NT garden. St Agnes and Perranporth lovely days out.

“

We had a really lovely 2 week stay in Mowhay Cottage. It was very comfortably furnished and spotlessly clean. Trengove Farm is peaceful and surrounded by beautiful countryside and was a great base for us to revisit a lot of our Cornish favourites. Thanks for the prosecco and fresh flowers, we hope to return again soon.

“

Stayed over Christmas. What a wonderful cottage - cosy, charming and perfectly equipped. The owners were there to welcome us and had left (delicious) homemade mince pies and a bottle of bubbles for our arrival. Would 100% recommend and will stay again.

“

We had a wonderful stay at Trengove, it was absolutely perfect apart from not being long enough! Immaculately clean, well equipped, great location, the outside areas were very well kept, a warm welcome from the owner and overall very accommodating. We had two properties so worked well for a large family gathering, especially the hot tub!

“

Such an amazing place with everything you could possibly want for a perfect stay, very clean and extremely well kept inside and the surrounding gardens. Perfect place to have a restful holiday. Very welcoming host and an especially friendly dog called Gully who visited every day. Would definitely recommend.

“

Our family and friends booked out three of the cottages for a week at Trengove Farm at the end of April. The cottages were all so homely and welcoming. The owners were so friendly and accommodating to us all and let us go about our week freely. The surrounding farm with the large open field was perfect for our dog.

“

My partner and I stayed at The Roundhouse and had an amazing week in Cornwall. The farm is lovely; so peaceful and relaxing. The cottage was very well kept, well equipped and homely. The owners are really friendly and helpful. The location seemed fairly central and close enough to the A30 meaning we could easily drive to the various places we visited around Cornwall with the longest journeys only being around an hour.

“

We had a wonderful relaxing stay in The Roundhouse. Lovely peaceful location but conveniently situated for exploring much of Cornwall. The cottage was very clean, comfortable and furnished and equipped to a high standard. Very friendly helpful hosts who are on site and very quickly sort out any issues that may arise. We would love to return and would definitely recommend.

“

My husband and I stayed at Trengrove cottage for a week. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable and well equipped. The location was great, walking distance from Portreath. We used the cottage as a base to recce stretches of the coastal path. We will definitely be back.

“

Thankyou for a lovely stay in Mowhay. A lovely comfortable cottage, in a perfect spot for visiting all the gorgeous areas around Portreath. Plenty of space for our spaniel to run around. We popped to Marazion most evenings to enjoy the views and eat at the Godolphin Hotel. Would definitely recommend Trengove and hope to return.

“

Trengrove Farm was the perfect location to explore the beautiful areas in Cornwall and we didn’t have to go far to enjoy both the beach and country walks. We stayed in The Roundhouse which was the perfect size for 2 and had everything we needed. There was also a lovely outdoor seating area.