Half-term’s on the way and no matter which direction you travel in Cornwall you’ll come across family attractions for all ages. Indoors or outdoors, sunshine or rain, we’ve got you covered for ideas for an action-packed school holiday. Newquay - 1.5 mile (Yep on the doorstep!) Blue Reef Aquarium Perched on the edge of Towan beach, the Blue Reef Aquarium...
What better way to make the most of the Twixmas period than with a family new year’s break in Cornwall? After the busy Christmas festivities have ended you deserve some time to just play and chill out and let someone else take care of the rest. Visit us at Sands Resort Hotel on Cornwall’s North coast and make yourself at home in our spacious 2-room suites. Enjoy delicious local...
Padstow is a quaint fishing village and hometown of celebrity chef Rick Stein. With just a 25 minute drive from Sands Resort you can easily spend a day here. Park in the car park at the top of Padstow and take the pretty walk down through the streets into the town. Wander round the galleries and shops filled with arts, crafts and sailing wear. Buy a crab line, visit the Lobster...
Newquay is not just famous for its surf and beautiful beaches. It also has some fabulous, scenic walks to offer. No matter what time of the year. In Cornwall every season is celebrated with music, festivals and food and the chance to explore this beautiful piece of earth on foot. Wildflowers, wildlife and nature puts on a show to rival all of them. So grab those hiking boots and ...
The lovely town of St. Ives is a 40-minute drive from Sands Resort Hotel. A cute harbour, with 4 perfect beaches in the middle of town and pretty fishing boats. Parking can be difficult during school holidays. Alternatively use the well signposted Park and Ride System from St Erth, Lelant or Tregenna Castle Hotel just outside of town. Park here easily and enjoy one of Cornwall’s...
