Out And About In Cornwall

Fishing - Golf - Walking And Cycling Activities In Cornwall

Explore The Beautiful Cornish Countryside...

Cornwall offers an extensive variety of quality facilities for many outdoor pursuits which are often not advertised. Carnwidden not only provides the self-catering accommodation base from which to explore, but we are compiling a comprehensive guide for each major activity to enable our visitors to make the most of their time here in this astonishingly beautiful County.

Fish The Rivers Or English Channel Off Cornwall...

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned campaigner we can provide you with details of the most suitable locations. If you are interested in Fly, Coarse or Sea Fishing here in Cornwall we can keep you busy with an amazing amount of sites for you to choose from.

Carnwidden is conveniently located to enable the fisherman to drive a short distance and experience a variety of locations and scenes, be it on the edge of a tree-lined lake with nothing to hear but birdsong and the ripple of water on the edge of a bank or out on the ocean in one of the many sea fishing boats for charter from Falmouth or Porthleven harbours.

Tour The Region With Your Bicycle...

A cyclist's haven, Cornwall's fresh sea air and variety of cycle trails could make this a holiday to remember. There are off-road trails/paths up to 11 miles long, taking in the breathtaking views of Cornwall's historic and varied landscapes. We can provide you with maps and directions to suitable parking for your vehicle. You can also hire cycles, tandems, tricycles, trailers and tag-along's from Bissoe Tramways Cycle Hire and enjoy a day cycling along a way marked, recently upgraded trail, taking in the sights of the old mine workings, beautiful wooded valleys, hedgerows filled with wild honeysuckle, gorse, heather and primroses.

If you are out and about during the day you may fancy a leisurely cycle through the country lanes to one of the many fine Inns and Restaurants located in one of the villages.

Cycle the 'Cornish Way' - experience part or all of 'The Engine House Trail' forming part of Route 3 of the National Cycle Network or go further a field and explore the other parts of the Network in Cornwall.

Discover Cornwall On Foot....

Discover parts of Cornwall that most visitors never see. An extensive choice of walking routes from a short leisurely stroll to an energetic march. Be sure to take your binoculars with you whichever route you take.

Choose from a bracing cliff top walk where you may see interesting birds such as the Buzzard, Raven and Jackdaw which sometimes nest on the rocky outcrops. Discover the delights of the cliffs covered in a carpet of pink Thrift in early summer. Take in the sights of St Michael's Mount, Mounts Bay or Falmouth Harbour or experience the fine lakeside and woodland walks through the National Trust's Penrose Estate - the choice is endless.

Take a picnic with you or settle at one of the many village pubs/cafe's, what more could you want.

A Round Or Two Of Golf?

There is a great selection of decent golfing ranges to suit all abilities within a reasonable driving distance from Carnwidden. Most average around 18 hole and are generally on parkland, with many having magnificent views of the local landscape or the ocean beyond. Tuition is generally available if requested. A smart dress code is required at most venues.