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Fancy a staycation but no idea where to stay, eat or drink? Who better to show you around than one of our local The Mum Club hosts. Find out the best things to do in Cornwall right now.

According to Franchise Owner Jess Robinson

Where To Stay

Best Hotel: The Headland Hotel
Best Hotel: The Headland Hotel

Stay at (or visit) this 5* Cornwall hotel. It’s a classic beach side hotel with a huge dose of luxury and it has amazing food, views and cocktails.

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Best Family Rental: Penpol House
Best Family Rental: Penpol House

Recently renovated, this gorgeous rental property has six sumptuous super-king sized bedrooms, two kitchens and plentiful gardens – all a stones throw from the water!

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Best Farm Stay: Macdonalds Farm
Best Farm Stay: Macdonalds Farm

If the thought of camping fills you with fear then Macdonalds Farm might change your mind. This small family run campsite has tons of amenities and things to keep the kids busy. From surf lessons to meeting and feeding the animals on site, you’ll never be short of things to do.

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Where To Eat

Best Brunch Spot: Palm Bay Newquay
Best Brunch Spot: Palm Bay Newquay

A cool brunch stop that has an extraordinarily stylish menu. And, whether you’re ordering pancakes and posh toast’, your children can be kept happy in the chic kids area.

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 Best Date Night: The Longstore
Best Date Night: The Longstore

A renovated old boathouse that overlooks the harbour. Expect BIG steaks and delicious cocktails, all served in a stunning location.

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 Best For a Special Occasion: Paul Ainsworth at No 6
Best For a Special Occasion: Paul Ainsworth at No 6

Celebrating something? Book here for the very best dining experience possible – an absolute must for birthdays, anniversaries and such.

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Best Coffee & Cake: Ladyvale Bakery
Best Coffee & Cake: Ladyvale Bakery

Head here for beautiful and oh so delicious cakes! The best place to catch up with the girls (sans babies or not).

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Best Pub: The Fox's Revenge
Best Pub: The Fox’s Revenge

During the Summer the Fox’s Revenge is home to The Smokeshack, which hosts a big bbq alongside funky house beats. Then from Autumn we head back inside to the cosy old pub for fireside Sunday lunches and the best pub food around!

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Best Bakery: Gorse
Best Bakery: Gorse

Doughnuts to die for and the best sourdough around!

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Best Lunch: The Boathouse
Best Lunch: The Boathouse

Street Food on the Beach, overlooking Newquay Harbour. A wide variety of kitchens to sample, so there’s something for everyone. Plus, there’s also a place that sells delicious frozen cocktails, so you can be kept happy while the kids roll around on the beach.

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What To Do

Best Walk: The Camel Trail
Best Walk: The Camel Trail

Great flat walk or cycle that’s suitable for the whole family.

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Best Beach: Crantock
Best Beach: Crantock

A huge beach great for families. At low tide there are lots of little pools to play in and caves to explore, then at high tide it’s perfect for paddleboarding.

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Best Spa: The Headland
Best Spa: The Headland

A gorgeous award winning spa with the most relaxing treatments. For the best day away from the kids, team a spa day up with a few hours over in the Aqua Club, which has luxury swimming pools and a sunset spa serving delicious cocktails.

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Best Experience: Rogue Theatre
Best Experience: Rogue Theatre

Wild immersive theatre experiences popping up throughout the year. An incredible experience for all the family.

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Best Family Day Out: Healeys Cyder Farm
Best Family Day Out: Healeys Cyder Farm

A great day out for all the family. The kids will love the tractor rides in the orchard and meeting the farm animals. While parents can sample local ciders and enjoy delicious Cornish cream teas.

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TMC Cornwall Brunch Club
TMC Cornwall Brunch Club

Meet like-minded women in your local area, or on your travels. Brunch, hot coffee and new friends!

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Must see

Must See: A sunset from the beach
Must See: A sunset from the beach

Find a spot on a west facing beach, grab a blanket and a cold bottle of wine and watch out for the green flash (a natural green light that occurs at sunset and sunrise if the conditions are right).

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