ACTIVITIES
Cornwall is a fantastic place for both the novice and experienced fisherman, with opportunities for freshwater, sea and sport fishing. You will find many local fisherman who offer sea fishing trips, particularly in Mevagissey, just 3 miles along the coast from Pentewan.
Riding Pony trekking and horse riding, is a fairly new sport to the Pentewan area, however it is becoming more popular with the opening of the the local cycle trails which make up the Cornish Way. Plus, it's a great way to see the spectacular coastal scenery. Ian and Angela are happy to put you in touch with the local riding stables, including Trill Horse Trails and Riding Centre, who offer safe off-road riding for all the family, and promise panoramic views of St Austell Bay and the surrounding countryside. For further information call 01726 812071.
Beaches
Besides Pentewan's fantastic beach, there are many more glorious white sandy beaches and coves which are accessible by car from PENHAVEN, including exciting Carlyon Bay, secluded Hemmick, fascinating Gorran Haven, picturesque Caerhays Castle, and Porthpean. There's something for everyone, and you never know, you may just discover your own favourite whilst exploring the wild and rugged coastline for yourself.
PENHAVEN TOURING PARK is the ideal base for a family cycling holiday. The campsite is situated alongside several sections of cycle trail which will eventually join up to form part of the Cornish Way. At the moment, you can cycle from the gate:
Walking.
The whole of the Cornish Riviera is littered with trails for walkers. In particular, the Roseland Peninsula offers a wide variety of scenery for walkers, from the stunning Coastal Path, to rolling hills and wooded valley, to dramatic moorland. The collection of trails known as the 'Cornish Way' can be explored on foot or by bicycle, whereas the 'Cornish Riviera Footprints Trails' are a fun network for walkers with a 'mission'. These trails are loosely based on the 'Letterbox' system used in the Dartmoor National Park. Boxes are hidden in hollows or under stones or turfs, or at pubs and shops. The boxes are old ammunition boxes, and contain an individually designed rubber stamp, ink pad and visitors book. The aim is to use clues in the Trail Booklets to locate each box, and collect as many of the stamps as you wish. Alternatively you can just use the trails to walk and enjoy the local scenery.
Trails booklets are available by contacting Paul Manning, LEADER, Tehidy Offices, Burngullow Lane, Lanjeth, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 7QN; Tel: 01726 623735.
Guided Walks.
For walkers who prefer not to use a map and compass, there are guided walks available in the summer, including the very popular series of Daphne Du Maurier walks. The walks themselves are based on the novel swritten by Daphne Du Maurier, including 'Rebecca', 'House on the Strand', and Jamaica Inn'. The dates, times, prices, and meeting places for all the walks can be found on the 'Guided walks in Du Maurier's Country' posters and leaflets in the Tourist Information Centres, or call 01726 813463 for more information or to reserve a place on a walk.
Cornwall is the home of the British surfer, and the combination of warm sunshine, beautiful beaches, and sheltered bays, make the county an ideal destination for the watersports enthusiast. Windsurfing, water ski-ing, canoeing, snorkelling, diving and sailing are all on offer at a variety of locations. At Pentewan, all of the above are available for those with their own gear and experience, otherwise equipment hire and tuition can booked at several venues nearby. South West Water offer watersports at some of their lakes, or the watersports centre at Menherion, Redruth offers tuition in power-boating, sailing, and windsurfing.
Tennis
Tennis can be arranged via Ian and Angela at courts across the road from PENHAVEN TOURING PARK.