Harlyn Bay is an ideal place to just sit back and relax, or to swim, sea kayak or surf; with Harlyn Surf School on hand to teach novices wanting to catch their first wave. Just a mile along the coast is another lovely beach to visit: Trevone Bay. This gently shelving, sandy beach is surrounded by cliffs and offers sheltered alcoves to enjoy. After all that fresh sea air, there are many dining options to choose from, such as ‘The Pig at Harlyn’ or, for some local fish and chips, ‘Fryer Tucks’ can be found just a mile up the road in St Merryn. Not only do you have the seashore on your doorstep here, to enjoy the many beaches around, but the outstanding Cornish coastline is a haven for walkers with Harlyn Bay being part of the South West Coastal Path. There are magnificent walking routes to Mother Ivey’s Bay, which is a fantastic beach framed by stunning coastal scenery, and Trevose Head with its spectacular views. If you’d prefer to explore by bicycle, you can’t beat the Camel Trail cycle path between Padstow and Wadebridge.