Cardinham Barns

Activities on your doorstep

There are many great things to do for everyone, right on the doorstep of Cardinham Barns. The 'Local Area’ page has been designed so that you can have a snapshot to see just what’s available in the immediate locality and a bit further away. Our inclusive concierge team and holiday planners will be able to help you book anything that you want to do during your perfect stay.

• Adrenalin Sports

  In addition to cycling and downhill mountain biking in the immediate area, adrenalin junkies will be right at home at Adrenalin Quarry near Liskeard: boasting a 450m zip wire, giant swing flying 170ft over water and much more.

  Closer to home, Retallack Aqua Park boasts perfect surfing conditions all year round on the FlowRider, plus the recent additions of a wake park and inflatable aqua park.
  On the coast the stunning crescent beach of Lusty Glaze is home to abseiling, surfing, jet ski tours, banana boat rides and beach games.

• For the Children

  Located in the heart of Cardinham Woods you can take a stroll down from your front door and have a choice of way marked trails that take you deep into the woods to discover lovely wildlife and intriguing history. Cornwall has lots of attractions for children and families. The popular Camel Creek adventure park and Cornwall Football Golf are both just a short drive from Cardinham, each offering endless hours of enjoyment for the children and adults. The amazing Eden Project is just 20 minutes away providing educational fun for all ages or a little further afield is Newquay Zoo or Flambards theme Park in Helston.

• For The Foodies

  Being central in Cornwall, there are many lovely restaurants within easy access to Cardinham. In addition to the well known household names of Ainsworths, Steins, Outlaws and Fifteens; there are many top quality local ones within 30 minutes drive like the St Tudy Inn, Trewithan or Asquiths in Lostwithiel and The Globe or Sam’s in Fowey. Speak to our concierge team for more ideas and options.
  If a night in is preferred or a dinner party, then why not get in contact with a member of the team to arrange a private chef to come and cook a special meal for you in the comforts of your own home!

• Golf

  Located roughly 10 minutes from Cardinham is Lanhydrock Golf Club which is one of the finest 18 hole courses in Cornwall and South West. Shaped into the landscape, this course offers an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. Within 40 minutes drive in either direction you will also be able to choose from Trevose in Constantine Bay, St Enodoc at Rock, Carlyon Bay Country Club and St Austell Bay in St Austell plus many more. It is a golfers delight for a location.

• Nearby Beaches

  There are many beautiful beaches located within driving distance from Cardinham. The North Coast offers the closest with Polzeath just 25 minutes away offering sand castles, surfing and rock pooling or Harlyn Bay which is also a very popular family friendly beach, offering hours of endless fun for children and adults combined!
  For quieter coves and a little walk the south coast offers some beautiful and tranquil beaches like Lantics and Lantivet Bay just outside Polruan. For an easier access family friendly beach Polkerris beach just outside St Austell is a great destination.

• Pampering

  If you fancy a real relaxation whilst on your break, then why not treat yourself to a luxury treatment. With many fantastic spa’s in Cornwall, you really are spoilt for choice. The Carlyon Bay Hotel spa is located roughly 30 minutes away, but really does offer the most incredible relaxation treatments. If you would prefer for a spa therapist to come to the property for some treatments, please do get in contact with one of our concierge team to arrange.

• Cookery School

  Cornwall has become known for its incredible restaurants & local produce. This passion for food has lead to cookery courses becoming a hugely popular holiday activity – particularly for rainy days!

  Learn new culinary skills at Rick Stein’s Padstow Seafood school or forage for your supper with wild food foraging courses showcasing the abundance of natural resources that Cornwall has to offer.

• Walks

  This area of the South West really does have some incredible footpaths. Located directly on your doorstep is Cardinham Woods, with 4 marked routes and miles of off road tracks to explore, it really is a perfect day for all, including 4 legged friends! Why not take a gentle stroll throughout the ancient wooded country estate of Lanhydrock house just a few miles away, with the beautiful peaceful gardens surrounding the ancient Jacobean house now owned by the National Trust.
  Cornwall has nearly 300 miles of coastal paths and being so central you will have access to either. The North Coast is rugged and dramatic while the South Coast tends to be more rolling and tranquil, so why not explore both and pick up a local guide book to plan your route ending in one of the many coastal pubs to refuel.

• Watersports

  Cornwall proudly hosts many different watersports options, why not hire a kayak or stand up paddle board (SUP) and glide down the river Fowey. Surrounded with nature reserves and bird sanctuaries on either side, it really is a spectacular view for all.
  On the North Coastal the beach of Polzeath hosts several companies offering: surf hire or lessons, coast-steering adventures, SUP hire and lessons or kayaking. These companies offer services for all abilities so talk to our concierge team for more information.

• Wine Tasting

  Take a tour around the world renowned and multi-award winning Camel Valley Vineyard just 20 minutes away and discover the winery process, and sample a glass or two. Relax on the sunny terrace with a glass of wine made within the sun soaked Vineyard overlooking the beautiful scenery.
  Cornwall also hosts several newer wineries such as Trevibban Mill near Padstow and Knightor Winery near the Eden Project in St Austell. Both offer tasting and a tour. A little further afield are Polmassick and Bosue Vineyards near Mevagissey or Polgoon Vineyard in Penzance.