What are our favourite things to do in Perranporth?
Perranporth Beach
Life in Perranporth is all about the golden beach and what a beach it is! The beach is 3 miles long when the tide is out. Why not go for a mooch and explore the Chapel Rock tidal pool. Chapel Rock is believed to have housed a chapel atop the rock but the workings of the Atlantic Ocean have by now eroded away what was there. Spot the black and white flag up at the top. It is the Kernow flag aka the Cornish flag.
Set yourself a target to walk to the other end of the beach. Explore the sand dunes and the long Marram grass. Investigate the rock formations and caves and do have a wild swim in the ocean along the walk.
Surf
Why not learn to surf while you are in town? There are plenty of shops that rent out all the surf gear and provide lessons for the ones who are not yet so confident.
Local Ice Cream and Cyder Farm
Treat yourself to some tip top quality ice cream. Our personal favourite is the locally produced Callestick Farm ice cream. You can also go and visit Callestick Farm which is close to town. Whilst visiting Callestick you will find another Perranporth gem, namely Healeys Cyder Farm and their superb Rattler cider.
Hiking
Even if you did not come to Perranporth with the intention of hiking – we strongly advise you to give it a try. As you gaze out over Perranporth Beach, pick a direction – the Southwest Coast Path runs from both ends of the beach. We suggest picking up the trail heading west and hike up to Cligga Head, the old mine workings where you sit down on the old ruins and enjoy the view.
If you still have some energy to spare, continue your hike westward to St Agnes. It will take 1-2 hours depending on your speed. Once in St Agnes you have a whole new village to explore. Take the bus back to Perranporth and ride on the top floor for the best view.
Golf
Perranporth Golf Club is rated amongst the top 50 in the country. You will be golfing among the sand dunes and challenging it is but what an experience!
Horse Riding
We like horses and what a better holiday memory than riding on the beach. Contact Reen Manor Riding Stables and get yourself booked in.
Perranporth Airfield
Up at Perranporth airfield you can have a go at parachuting, we can guarantee it’s the best view in town.
St Piran’s Oratory
For less adrenalin rushing activities why not find the St Piran’s Oratory buried in the sand dunes.
The Watering Hole
As the day draws to a close the lure of the Watering Hole will summon you. Perranporth’s most famous bar and the best beach venue in the country. If you are in luck there might even be a gig on so get partying.
