Just a few of the most popular places to visit in Cornwall, with many of the locations visited by our VW campervans whilst on hire. Check availability and book
Freebird Campers classic VW campervans have been out and about this summer enjoying the delights of Cornwall. These are just a few of the favourites. However let us know any of your recommendations.
There are 105 beaches listed on Visit Cornwall alone! There is also a host more information, on this easy to navigate site.
Tintagel Castle
The legendary Cornish Tintagel Castle with links to the stories of King Arthur. Cross the spectacular new bridge and explore the history-rich headland. Walk among the castle ruins that still cling to the cliffs and meet Gallos. The striking bronze statue of an ancient king who keeps watch over the wild seas below.
Watch The video to see the new bridge’s amazing story.
Port Isaac
A picturesque fishing village with quaint narrow, winding streets. Renown for having one of the narrowest thoroughfares in Britain, the aptly named Squeezy Belly Alley! Therefore, we recommend you park your VW camper at the top car park and enjoy a stroll down into Port Isaac. The village has therefore become a popular location for both films and television series.
The village is possibly best known as the fictional Portwenn from the ITV television series Doc Martin starring Martin Clunes.
Padstow
Once you have explored the town of Padstow and the huge selection of eateries and shops you can walk or cycle the Camel Trail toward Wadebridge, Bodmin and beyond. Similarly take a stroll along the Southwest Coast Path towards one of several sandy beaches or take the ferry across the river to Rock. You can also pay a visit to the National Lobster Hatchery where you can discover the fascinating world of lobsters and their environment.
Trevone Beach – (one of our personal favourite Cornish Beaches)
Near to Padstow one of only eight Blue Flag Beaches in 2019. Popular with surfers, excellent for walking & marine wildlife and with a beautiful golden sandy beach. It’s popular get there early for parking which is close to the beach. In addition Trevone also has a useful small café and shop.
Towan Beach
Is at the heart of Newquay, one of the liveliest resorts in Cornwall, at the bottom of a steeply sloping hill. The beach is bordered to the west by the harbour and at the east by ‘the Island’ a towering rocky outcrop which is connected to the mainland by a suspension footbridge.
St Ives
The jewel in Cornwall’s crown. A fishing harbour and seaside town St Ives is one of the most popular places to visit in Cornwall. Voted best family holiday destination by Coast magazine and one of TripAdvisor’s top 10 European beaches. You can wander through the maze of narrow cobbled streets, independent shops and fisherman’s cottages in the heart of St Ives.  Surf at the blue flag-rated Porthmeor beach and feel the soft sand between your toes, or set off on an inspiring walk along the coastal path towards Land’s End.
Sennan Cove Land’s End
Some days huge blue rollers head towards the shore making Sennen Cornwall’s most westerly surf hotspot. In contrast other days the tides out and the wide golden sands certainly provide plenty of space for everyone to enjoy. The small harbour with its lifeboat station and art galleries is great for those days when the sun is in hiding. Out of season we have enjoyed a hot chocolate sat on the balcony by the beach watching the surfers do their ‘thing’. Sennen Cove’s friendly atmosphere makes for a relaxed day at the beach in one of the UK’s most breath-taking locations.
Mousehole
Mousehole is a tiny but hugely characterful picturesque fishing village on the south coast of Cornwall Between Penzance and Land’s End.
St Michael’s Mount
Steeped in history – firstly you can amble over the ancient cobbles of the causeway to St Michael’s Mount at low tide. Catch the small ferry boat for the short crossing when the tide comes in. You can wander the medieval pathways or explore the lush sub-tropical gardens. Finally climb up to the castle admire the breath-taking views and maybe stop to find what became of Cormoran the giant.
Falmouth
Falmouth is a place for any taste, whether it is a beach holiday in Cornwall, a sailing trip or a cultural holiday. Gyllyngvase Beach is family friendly, and easily accessible with great amenities. Great for water sports and just a 10-minute walk from Falmouth town centre. (also one of the eight blue flag beaches)
Another one of those favourite places to visit in Cornwall is The Pandora Inn. A spectacular setting on the edge of Restronguet Creek. Parts of the Inn date back to the 13th Century. With flagstone floors, low-beamed ceilings and thatched roof it’s not difficult to believe that little has changed since that time. See the gold post box in the Pandora’s wall, commemorating Ben Ainslie’s gold medal in sailing at the Olympics
Minnack Theatre – Nr PorthcurnoÂ
This open-air theatre is world famous and has been extended to a sub-tropical garden which thrives in the Cornish warmer climates. This historic site showed its first performance in 1932 and has since developed and grown into its world-famous status.
Useful Links
Visit Cornwall firstly is a good source of information for planning your Cornish adventure. However you can also use other sites like Trip Advisor.
Pitch Up is great for finding campsites to suit you.
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