Perranporth lodges & holiday parks

Sip, surf and sunbathe on the golden sandy beach

If you're looking to spend long summer days on the beach, then you're in the right place. Perranporth beach is haven for visitors of all ages, whether you're wanting to swim in the sea or relax on the golden sands. Families can build sandcastles on the wide open shores and splash about in the Perranporth Shallow Pool, a natural tidal pool that forms on the beach. Surfers can delight in the consistent waves that lap the shores, while walkers can head for a scenic stroll on the South West Coast Path which runs along the clifftops above. Great facilities like beachfront cafes, restaurants and shops will keep you entertained whole day here, while the Watering Hole - the UK's only pub on the beach - means you can continue the fun well into the evening. Stay close to the action by booking one of our luxury Cornwall lodges with sea views, a cottage on the coast or a holiday park near the beach. You could also treat yourself to one of our hot tub breaks in Cornwall.

Discover fantastic attractions for little ones

Aside from the popular beach, the seaside town of Perranporth offers plenty of activities and attractions for families along the North Cornwall coast. In nearby Newquay, just 15 minutes' drive away, you can play pirate-themed crazy golf at Pirate's Quest Adventure Golf; see exotic wildlife such as lions, penguins and monkeys at Newquay Zoo; and explore marine life in the underwater tunnels at Blue Reef Aquarium. This really is the ideal place to spend quality time as a family and make memories to last a lifetime. Other popular places for a family day out include Holywell Bay Fun Park, Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre, and Dairyland Farm World. Book one of our holiday parks or lodges during the school holidays and make the most of local events, festivals and activities, offering a memorable Cornish getaway for the whole family. And when the weather isn't so great, you can take advantage of onsite facilities like an indoor pool, games room or restaurant. If you wanted to try something different with the kids, why not give glamping in the South West a go?

Explore local history and ancient sites

As if Cornwall's stunning coastline wasn't reason enough to visit, Perranporth and the surrounding area are also home to some incredible historical and cultural sites that are well worth exploring. So, when you can finally tear yourself away from the beach, there are plenty of exciting daytrips to be had just a short drive or sometimes a leisurely walk away. Overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, on the sand dunes at Penhale Sands, you can discover the ancient Christian chapel of St. Piran's Oratory. Believed to date back to the 6th century, the site is named after St Piran, a revered figure in Cornish history and folklore, who is credited with bringing Christianity to the county. Nearby, you can also visit the ancient earthwork of Perran Round, an archaeological site from the Iron Age. Slightly further afield, although still less than an hour's drive away, you can visit the world-famous Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan and Saint Michael's Mount. Plenty of attractions in Cornwall allow dogs, so consider a dog-friendly Cornwall holiday home and bring your canine companion along for the ride.