The Stunning Beach at nearby Mawgan Porth
Mawgan Porth an ideal location for a family beach holiday, where you can discover and enjoy the attractions of Cornwall's Atlantic Coast without the hustle and bustle of Newquay or Padstow. Mawgan Porth with a large sheltered stretch of sand that is perfect for families is located halfway between Newquay and Padstow. Cornwall's Atlantic Coast, is known for the best surfing in the UK and Mawgan Porth has its very own surf school.
The area around St Columb Major has numerous local
holiday attractions, ideal for day trips, including the Newquay Zoo, the
Blue Reef Aquarium ( on the seafront in Newquay), The Classic Air Force
Museum at Mawgan Porth (Newquay Airport) and Lappa Valley Steam Railway.
St Columb is also perfect for walking and cycling breaks, with cycle routes
through the stunning scenery of Goss Moor, the Camel Trail - along the
beautiful River Camel Estuary, between Bodmin Moor, Wadebridge and Padstow
and there are many cliff top paths to discover and explore.