6 reasons to love autumn holidays in Cornwall

By Pentewan Sands on the September 21st, 2017 in Camping, Holidays, Family, Cornwall, Events, Activities, Food and Drink

6 reasons to love autumn holidays in Cornwall

Cornwall is the bee’s knees whatever the time of the year but we have to admit to having a bit of a soft spot for the autumn. Getting out and making the most of the crisp air and beautiful colours is good for the soul, so resist the urge to hunker down and fall in love with Cornwall in the autumn.

Walks show their colours

There’s something quite satisfying about wrapping up warm and facing the elements on a blow-away-the-cobwebs kind of walk. Whether you hit the South West Coast Path for mighty views or take cover amongst sheltered woodland, at Heligan Woods you’ll find a pick of stomping grounds. Our favourites are Cardinham Woods and the stretch of coast path around Gribben Head which are both little more than 30 mins from us and particularly good for autumnal colours and wildlife. Just bring your walking boots or a sturdy pair of wellies and you’re all set!

Pubs get cosy

Roaring fires, big squishy sofas and a menu to warm your insides, traditional pubs come into their own in the autumn and if you combine them with our previous point, you’ve hit a real winner. Snuggle up at The Ship Inn perched on the harbour side in Mevagissey or try the Pier House in historic Charlestown – they’re what we call ‘proper Cornish’ and come with bags of character.

The summer dog ban on most Cornish beaches is lifted

Dogs are our best friend; we welcome them year-round and luckily, so do many of the beaches on our doorstep (check out our woof-factor blog for details) but sadly it’s not true of every beach in Cornwall. Hooray then for the autumn when many beaches that were off limits to four-legged visitors during the summer months become the perfect place for a spot of fetch. Waggy tails all round!

The weather and sea is still warm (ish!)

Thanks to our position on the Gulf Stream, Cornwall is blessed by a year-round mild temperature and we’re normally last in line to feel the chill. More time then to make the most of the great outdoors and if you own or have hired a wetsuit, that includes the sea!

The crowds have gone

As you’ve been drawn to our quiet campsite we’re guessing that you prefer things toned down rather than high tempo so we know you’re going to love Cornwall in the autumn as much as we do. The crowds of the summer have dissipated so getting around is a breeze, beaches are gloriously quiet and there’s rarely a queue to be seen. Bliss!

Feasting is the done thing

If there’s one thing in Cornwall that’s synonymous with autumn, it’s food. We love celebrating it and from the Great Cornish Food Festival (22 – 24 Sept) to the Falmouth Oyster Festival (12 – 15 Oct), late September and October is the time to do it. Michelin-starred chefs showcase their talents alongside local producers and the great and the good of the foodie scene come out in force so join the party and tuck in.

Family walk to the beach credit Matt Jessop