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Mawgan Porth | Sleeps 10 + 2 cots

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The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.

Nearby pub

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This lovely old pub is tucked away in the village of St Mawgan, not far from Newquay airport. The garden is beautiful and they do a good Sunday roast.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2020

Wonderful food. Lovely beer garden

We visited in August 2020. Had a wonderful meal. Staff friendly and attentive. Excellent setting. Will come back.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2012

Splendid place

This is a high-class pub in St. Mawgan. The ambience is very nice, the staff friendly and the menu offers far more than the usual pub grub. We had excellent mussels, goat-cheese with red onion relish and tian of crab and salmon and all dishes were excellent. You can also have a decent fish and chips or a burger, but you should definitely go for the better dishes. Reservation recommended.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

January 2011

Great pub in a lovely village

Probably one of Cornwall's less well known pubs but you won't be disappointed. Good pub food and there is a beer garden for warmer summer days. The village of St Mawgan is a hidden gem - and you can combine a visit to the Falcon Inn with a visit to the Japanese Garden just down the road.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2010

Great beer garden

In spring the massive magnolia tree in the garden is stunning. There are quite a few tables outside, making it a good choice on a fine day. The Sunday roasts are pretty popular here. Combining a meal with a visit to the beautiful Japanese gardens across the road makes a nice day out.

Nearby beach

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Mawgan Porth Beach is a quintessential north coast beach. With sweeping golden sand sheltered by high cliffs and met with bright blue sea, it is a true gem. Offering lots of space, the edges of the beach are peppered with little caves and nooks and there is plenty of room for everyone to find a comfortable spot to sit. With a number of awards under its belt, Mawgan Porth Beach beckons visitors of all ages. There are lots of facilities in Mawgan town and lifeguards are present from April to October. Dogs are welcome year-round.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

September 2012

We loved this beach more than Perranporth. Good surf for body boarding and all facilities available including helpful surf shop where you can hire all necessary equipment. Good for rock pooling too.


Rated 4 out of 5 stars

June 2011

Just lovely

Mawgan Porth beach seems to stretch out into the sea for miles - but when the tide comes in, it comes in fast! We loved exploring the caves, paddling in the river that flows onto the beach, and just building endless sandcastles. There is a great fish & chip shop nearby, well-stocked convenience store with smoothie bar and fresh food to take-away, and a friendly pub with safe garden for children to play in.

Nearby walk

A dramatic walk along the North Cornwall coast taking in a line of stumpy sea stacks called Bedruthan Steps, the stepping stones of a local giant! The walk is four and a half miles long and follows the coast to Park Head where it loops inland via Pentire Farm to return along the coastal path. The walk can be challenging with some steep, unfenced drops. Treat yourself to tea afterwards at the National Trust tea room at Carnewas car park. **Please note due to a major rockfall in 2020 the cliff steps to Bedruthan beach are closed until further notice**

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

October 2020

Beach access

Stairs to beach are closed this year , beach not accessible

Nearby town

Mawgan Porth and the beautiful village of St Mawgan are huddled in between Newquay and Padstow, and together create one of the most attractive areas of Cornwall. Its landscape comprising of rolling hills, lush woodland and stunning, gold sand coastline, there is a constant feast for both the eye and the imagination. If you’re looking to be seduced by this charming area, we have a number of luxury cottages that cater to both large groups and those looking to take themselves away for a quiet break. From family-friendly lodges to cosy retreats perfect for couples, we have something to create your perfect getaway. Take the opportunity to get stuck into the local culture, soaking in the authentic Cornish vibe of St Mawgan, and make the most of everything the village has to offer. Talk a walk around the many shops, cafes and restaurants, and jump back in history by visiting the local Parish church, which dates back to the 13th Century. Once you’ve immersed yourself in Cornish culture, head to the beach to relax in soft sand and take a swim in the cool, azure waters. Whether you’re looking to take a holiday with the family, or ready to enjoy a short break, with so much to keep you occupied, you’ll want to stay for longer.

Also nearby

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Said to be the stepping stones of a giant, the Bedruthan Steps are a series of rock formations soaring from the sea along Cornwall's north coast. Just a few miles from Padstow, the sea stacks are best viewed from the cliffs above Bedruthan beach. Park in the National Trust car park and take a short walk to be treated to spectacular views. The Bedruthan Steps are a sight to behold all throughout the year.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2022

Steps no longer there

Great walks along the cliffs and lovely views of the beaches below.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2012

We were there in early season and there were very few people on the beach: it felt really wild and pristine. The best time to visit is shortly before low tide, when access to the various parts of the beach is easiest.
Beware: there are 150 (steep) steps going down, but at least double that number coming back up!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2012

Best cream tea

Walk along the cliffs above Bedruthan steps for stunning views and crashing waves. If the tide is right you can add a walk along the dramatic sandy beach. The tearoom at the National Trust car park at Carnewas served the best cream tea of our holiday - fresh, melt in your mouth scones. Yummy! If you are an NT member the parking is free and right at the cliff edge for starting your walk.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2011

Bedruthan Steps

Probably the most fantastic sandy beach I've been on. Amazing and well worth the climb down. I have Fibromyalgia, a painful muscle/joint condition, but I could not resist going down onto this beach and I was very glad I did. It was overcast when we started the descent but the sun came out for a while. I would imagine the beach would be like paradise on a warm sunny day as it was when overcast!!! There wasn't many people on the beach which added to the feel. Lots of warm pools everywhere, beautiful rocks and little caves. Dramatic and wild. My husband, 21 yr old son and 2 teenage daughters loved it. We had a snack in the lovely tea room at the top that had an extensive menu for such a small cafe and lovely coffee. Really enjoyed the day. It was worth the pain of coming back up, but I did so slowly in my own time. I would definately do it again. It would be very hard for anyone more disabled than me though.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2011

Dramatic and beautiful

We visited Bedruthan Steps on a windy and overcast day, parking at the National Trust carpark and following the paths across the heathland to the clifftop. Our 3yr old daughter was just entranced by the rocks and swore that she saw a mermaid...
As the tide was in we didn't climb down the steps, and wouldn't have attempted it with our daughter, but just seeing the amazing rocks and cliffs from the viewing spots at the cliffedge was enough.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A beach cafe in the most rustic sense - a beachside shed with some outdoor seating. It is a National Trust-owned hut, but run by a local couple who provide 'Feast Nights' - now made famous by their appearance on ITV's 'Cornwall with Caroline Quentin'. You need to buy tickets, but the hut is generally open to everyone, except during the winter, so check times on their Web site.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2024

What a gem

Found this on our 2nd visit to the beach as so well hidden. Great quality interesting food and drink. A proper oasis


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2024

Hidden Hut

This truly is a hidden gem


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2023

Hidden hut

After a short walk along the coast, perfect place to eat overlooking the sea, great food choices and they're delicious.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2023

Pasties!

Walked the short distance from Gerrans to here and enjoyed a pasty in the sun looking out to sea. Yummy!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2023

Madelaine

Amazing location!!
Even more amazing food… wow! The best Cornish pasty, and curry, with flat bread, all homemade!!!
Must make a visit


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2023

Love it!

Great location, food excellent, friendly and welcoming.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2023

Lovely food.

Locally cooked food a must if you are visiting this beach.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2022

Beware under-cooked brownies

Stomach upset after a coffee and undercooked brownie at the Hidden Hut in June.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2022

Over priced

Expensive, long queues, not very friendly. take your own refreshments or buy from friendly shop in Portscatho


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2022

Best Tomato soup ever tested

Wow what a place! Nestled behind the beach and within walking distance. Absolutely amazing food, the menu is mouthwatering! Don’t be put off by the queues, service is very quick. We had the tomato soup and it was ‘the best tomato’s soup ever tasted’ ! Such amazing flavours! Definitely worth a visit! Beautiful views too! Well done the hidden hut and keep up the good work!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2022

A lovely experience

We can now see why this place is so popular! The service is excellent very friendly staff who take a minute to ask you about your visit while serving you. The food is beautifly cooked all be it presented in a takeaway box or cup the taste is incredible. My husband opted for the smoked beef chilli I had the Dahl served with flat bread both delicious. It was towards the end of our holiday otherwise we would have had lunch there every day.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

March 2022

visited in March

Windy, sunny and busyish. Interesting changing lunch menu which comes in cartons you can take away or eat on site. Also usual snacks and drinks. No need to book in March.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2021

Hidden Gem

Lovely little walk from the car park where you come across some steps, if you then take the steps immediately going up you then come across the stunning Hidden Hut, where the food is fantastic, may be a little pricey, but so worth it, especially sitting on the benches


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2021

Amazing

We visited the Hidden Hut whilst on holiday last week. Gorgeous food. We had the watercress soup which was scrumptious. Really recommend a visit.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2020

Hidden

What a surprise . Very popular so be prepared to queue but you can enjoy the view of Porthcurnick beach and headland.
Excellent customer service.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2020

Very interesting

Worth a little walk.
Very enterprising!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

November 2019

A little gem

What a wonderful beachside find. It is super popular now so expect to queue, but it's is completely worth it with exceptional food, and a great beachside location. You won't regret a day out here. Check the website for opening times/days.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2019

Great food overlooking the beach

Not just another beach front cafe. This place is possibly the best beach cafe/restaurant going. Great food and atmosphere. Really hits the spot. You will not be disappointed and worth the effort.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2019

Mrs Jarvis

Really fantastic food, great service (despite the length of the queue). You must visit!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2019

Perfect situation and great food

If you didn’t already know it, this a now a justly famous spit just above a lovely Cornish beach.
Splendid food - some fusion inspired and some more typical local Cornish. Great atmosphere. Also they have now a great Hidden Hut cookbook. Such a happy mix of photos and recipes!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2019

lush nosh

definitely recommend for a yummy beachside lunch


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2017

Being relatively local to the area, we felt it was time to see if this often-mentioned beach cafe lived up to it's reputation....and it did! On a sunny August Sunday, the beach was busy and so was the Hidden Hut. Be prepared to queue - for quite a while - but once you've selected which of the mouthwatering options to go for, you've plenty of choice of places to sit and enjoy the really well cooked food and the amazing location. No doubt this will be the first of many visits to come!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

November 2016

Wonderful location

Perfect for coffee and cake, overlooking Porthcurnick beach.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

November 2016

Stunning place for a delicious lunch! Pricey but great quality. Locally sourced and freshly made. Busy on Bank holidays but worth the queue. Soups are always fabulous as are the pasties, pulled pork baps and sausage rolls. We were lucky enough to get tickets for a feast night once and it was a most memorable and special event. Check out their Facebook page https://en-gb.facebook.com/thehiddenhut/

A National Trust cafe on the cliffs above Bedruthan Steps. The homemade cakes here are to die for.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2012

Walk along the cliffs above Bedruthan steps for stunning views and crashing waves. If the tide is right you can add a walk along the dramatic sandy beach. The tearoom at the National Trust car park at Carnewas served the best cream tea of our holiday - fresh, melt in your mouth scones. Yummy! If you are an NT member the parking is free and right at the cliff edge for starting your walk.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Camel Trail is a 19 mile route that follows the beautiful Camel River from Padstow, where it joins the sea in a wide estuary, to Poley’s Bridge inland, where it is merely a stream running through woodland. En-route at Nanstallon you will also find the Camel Trail Tea Rooms. Bikes are for hire from either Padstow or Wadebridge and it's a brilliant area for bird watching. Visit Wenfordbridge in spring and delight in the profusion of daffodils, snowdrops and primroses.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2021

Atlantic Coast Express Buffet Car

The Camel Trail is brilliant for cycling or walking but whatever you are doing, make sure you stop by the Atlantic Coast Express Buffet Car, which is located by an old quarry site, halfway between Padstow and Wadebridge. The owners have lovingly converted an old railway carriage into a brilliant buffet stop. The best coffee, cakes, ice cream and other snacks you'll ever have! Not open Fridays - but everyone needs a day off!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

July 2021

Good cycling by the river

Bodmin to Wadebridge leafy and easy to travel on dedicated path. Access to Camel valley vineyard. Have to use bike lanes on roads to cross Wadebridge. Several bike hire spots in Wadebridge, cycle path to Padstow is much busier and needs more care. Couple of coffee stops on trail nearer Padstow.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2012

Wadebridge to Padstow

The Wadebridge to Padstow section of the trail is about 6 miles. Whilst you can hire bikes easily in Wadebridge the largely flat walk, which would be possible with a pushchair, makes a lovely walk. New views open up as the Camel twists and turns and the slower pace means you can spot the wildlife en route. Set off after breakfast and you will be in Padstow for lunch. A bus to Wadebrdge leaves Padstow from the old railway station on the half hour and will take you back in about 20 minutes.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2011

Wonderful off road cycling venue, undisturbed with beautiful views and mostly flat easy cycling.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2011

Tranquil Trail

The four mile Helland to Bodmin section of the Camel Trail is much quieter than the Wadebridge to Padstow section. Park for free at Helland and follow the trail through peaceful woodland catching tantalising glimpses of the river through the canopy of trees. Wildlife abounds in this tranquil spot. Before leaving Helland go and have a look at the medieval Helland Bridge which spans the upper reaches of the River Camel.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2008

The Camel Trail

The trail is best explored from the Pooley Bridge end which is just 2 1/2 miles from daydream cottage. Shell woods are great in the autumn and cool and shaded during the summer. Wonderful for picnics by the fast flowing river.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A traditional pub in the heart of the village with a real fire. Under new ownership, pay them a call and say hello. Limited parking is available nearby and additional spaces can be found in nearby car parks.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

July 2024

Lovely Pub

Great Pub and great staff in a really friendly village!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

July 2024

Angie

Sunday Lunch....excellent food delivered promptly


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2024

On the doorstep

What a find.
Great food and atmosphere!! Staff super efficient!! All happy and attentive.
Visited 3 times in 6 days.
Well done everyone


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2024

Great stay

Luxurious rooms, good service on the adjoining pub with excellent food choices.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

May 2024

Gordon Evans

Fabulous meals staff so friendly dogs allowed and so close to our cottage bonus


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

May 2024

Good food

Very good food and service at this pub. It is probably best to book for an evening meal, although you can order a takeaway and eat it on the pub benches to the front.
Parking is somewhat restricted but we were lucky to find a space.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2024

Fantastic Sunday lunch

We have had Sunday lunch here 3 years running and it doesn’t ever disappoint. Booking essential for the Sunday lunch. Fantastic selection of meats- we always go for the beef. Fresh vegetables brought out and all at a reasonable price. Good service.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2023

Sunday Roast

Disappointed visit as table booked at 3.15 and they had sold out of roast dinners.
Don't make our mistake, book in advance and for earlier than 3.15.

As compensation we were treated to free desserts.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2023

What a gem of a pub

Lovely pub, excellent food and great staff. We were warmly welcomed and soon made to feel part of the community. Efficient service with a great smile.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

April 2023

Roast dinner is a must

Fabulous roast dinner.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

January 2023

Sunday lunch

Very welcoming, warm and cosy. Staff were lovely. Delicious Sunday lunch. You definitely need to book a table as it was packed even though it was at the end of January.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2022

really lovely pub serving excellent food

excellent food and lovely staff / service. totally dog friendly


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2022

Nice and friendly pub with great food

Great pub. Friendly staff and good food. Will try their best to fit you in to eat.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2022

Great pub

We were lucky to have such a great pub on our doorstep!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

June 2022

Lovely, welcoming pub

We’ve had several meals here, plus visits just for a pint. All the staff are very welcoming and friendly! Very dog friendly, just a very lovely, traditional pub, well worth a visit, or two.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

December 2021

Everyone should visit

We enjoyed a lovely evening and the food was wonderfull, it was so good we went back for a seconded evening on a sunday and can only highly recommend there sunday roast.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

November 2021

The best food locally

Cosy country pub. Warm welcome. Absolutely fantastic food. Think of pub fayre but cooked to perfection and upgraded to 5 star


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

July 2021

The Plume

Love this pub. Due to restrictions this year, we could only have takeaways, but great choice and service.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

October 2020

Plume

Gorgeous inn , very friendly and efficient staff . We ate here Dinner 3 nights and had one breakfast excellent food . Would certainly return .


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2020

A good experience

Well organised for Covid times.
Drinkers outside, enjoying the good weather.
Tables for meals well arranged inside.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2019

The Plume of Feathers

A lovely welcoming pub serving delicious food. We were made to feel very welcome by the landlord, and although busy, managed to find us a table on both occasions we ate there.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

September 2019

Fish n chips supper

Warm welcome and delicious fish and chips.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

July 2018

Great pub

Friendly staff
Sweets machine kept children happy
Dog friendly
Great food, (though expensive)
Outdoor and indoor seating
Right in the centre of village


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

August 2014

Proper Pub!

Great old school pub, with a good atmosphere, food and beer. They way pubs used to be.

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