It doesn’t get much better than half term by the coast. As a family-owned businesses operating in the heart of Cornwall, we know what it takes to make a holiday to remember. From adventure breaks to quiet escapes, here are our top picks for things to do this half term in North Cornwall. 

Is North Cornwall good for a half term break?

Ditch the airport queues and ferry fuss, half term is the perfect time for a family-friendly getaway in North Cornwall. Whether you’re staying in Rock, Polzeath or Daymer Bay, there’s plenty to see and do… here are some ideas to get you started.  

1. Scenic dog walks 

No family getaway is complete without our furry friends and at The Point, we have a great selection of dog-friendly accommodation, so everyone’s invited. There’s no shortage of wonderful dog walks in and around our properties, so grab a lead and get going.  

Don’t forget, lots of the beaches you’ll come across in North Cornwall are dog-friendly too – find our favourites in our guide to dog friendly beaches in North Cornwall.  

Take a look at our range of dog-friendly accommodation here.  

2. Catch a wave! 

North Cornwall’s beaches are known for big swells and gnarly waves – perfect, in other words, for grabbing a board, heading out on to the water and getting stuck into your favourite sea sport.  

Some of our top picks in the area include: 

• The Camel Ski School which can help you learn anything from stand-up paddle, waterskiing or wakeboarding. 

• Surf’s Up is a grassroots surfing school that offers board rental and instruction to surfers of all levels.  

• The National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow is a great way to spend some time getting up and close and personal with some beloved local wildlife, and is just a short ferry across the Camel Estuary from Rock. 

3. Delicious local restaurants  

Situated right on the coastline, it shouldn’t come as any surprise that our selection of great self-catering properties is just a short distance away from some of the best seafood restaurants in the area. Celebrity chefs like Nathan Outlaw, Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth rub shoulders with ample other eateries up and down the coast.  

Remember, our very own restaurant offers exceptional views of the sea and sources its ingredients from local Cornish suppliers, so you’ll get to sample the best of the region just a few minutes from some of our most in-demand properties.  

Don’t miss a family-friendly half-term getaway in North Cornwall. Browse our range of beautiful properties now.