Pentewan

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Pentewan harbour. A view across Pentewan harbour, which was connected to St Austell by the Pentewan railway. China clay and tin were exported from here and coal was imported. The harbour fell into disuse when the entrance passage silted up in 1916.
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Pentewan harbour. A view across Pentewan harbour, which was connected to St Austell by the Pentewan railway. China clay and tin were exported from here and coal was imported. The harbour fell into disuse when the entrance passage silted up in 1916.
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Old harbour wall at Pentewan The entrance to Pentewan harbour was beyond this old harbour wall and is completely silted up. The St Austell River runs into the sea just in front. The beach is a very popular venue at Bank Holidays and weekends.
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Pentewan Harbour. Quay side with old safety railings, beside the lock gates at the harbour entrance and looking north-west towards Pentewan village.
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Old sluice at Pentewan Concrete foundations of the former sluice gate, part of the water management arrangements at the seaward end of the Saint Austell River.
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The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

4 out of 5
Pentewan Road St Austell England
The price is P4,646 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
P4,646
P5,575 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great room, comfy, good views. Staff very friendly and helpful. Spa is nice but lacks a hot tub. Just has a bubble pool which is only 1c warmer than the pool. Had a great massage

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate
Greenbank Hotel

Greenbank Hotel

4 out of 5
Harbour side Falmouth England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean,spacious room with an amazing view of the harbour and estuary.Friendly and efficient service at the reception and the two requests made were dealt with as requested. Only had breakfast in the hotel and that was of good quality although a bit disappointed that there was not a more plentiful ...

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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Great Western Hotel

Great Western Hotel

3 out of 5
Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is P3,766 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
P3,766
P4,519 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Newquay. Enjoy parking (surcharge), daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (870 reviews)
The room was excellent, what a great location with fantastic views, the staff were very helpful and friendly and the food was amazing and a great choice, fantastic english breakfast too, will deffinately stay again.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

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SeaSpace

SeaSpace

4.5 out of 5
Watergate Rd Newquay England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Newquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whipsiderry Beach and Porth Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Lovely hotel, with a good vibe. Great rooms and lovely food and service at Tallo. Great gym too !

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

SeaSpace
Bay Retreat Villas

Bay Retreat Villas

4 out of 5
St Merryn Park, St Merryn Padstow England
Stay at this apartment in Padstow. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Padstow Maize Maze and South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
Seventh time should say it all!!

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

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Pinetum Garden Cottages

Pinetum Garden Cottages

3 out of 5
Holmbush Rd St Austell England
Stay at this vacation home in St Austell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The lodge was immaculate, the area was lovely and quite , I will be staying again when I’m in the area. I would give more stars if I could!

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Lost Gardens of Heligan which includes a garden

Lost Gardens of Heligan

Wander around this enchanting garden, which has been beautifully restored after being abandoned for more than seven decades.

Lost Gardens of Heligan
Porthpean Beach

Porthpean Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Porthpean Beach during your travels in Saint Austell Bay?

Porthpean Beach
A Cornish Gem , stunning little harbour

Gorran Haven Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gorran Haven Beach during your trip to Gorran Haven? Stroll along this quaint area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gorran Haven Beach
There is an old chapel on top of this incredible lone rock near the village of Roche in north Cornwall

Roche Rock

You can find out about the history of Roche when you stop by Roche Rock. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Roche Rock
Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away

Crinnis Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crinnis Beach during your trip to Carlyon? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Crinnis Beach

Charlestown Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Charlestown with a trip to Charlestown Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Charlestown Harbour

Things to do

Cornwall: Luggage Storage

Cornwall: Luggage Storage

P538
per adult
Cornwall: Luggage Storage
Surf Lesson

Cornish Surf Day

P6,047
per adult
Cornish Surf Day
Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay

Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay

P4,435
per adult
Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay
Your guide is Thomas Rawlings

The Ghost Walk Padstow - Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends

P968
per adult
The Ghost Walk Padstow - Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends
Half-Day Surf Experience in Newquay

Half-Day (2hr) Surf Experience in Newquay - Beginners & Improvers

P4,032
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day (2hr) Surf Experience in Newquay - Beginners & Improvers
We also offer intermediate development sessions

Bespoke Surfing Experiences on Fistral Beach Newquay

P9,676
per adult
Bespoke Surfing Experiences on Fistral Beach Newquay
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