Carlyon

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Carlyon Bay
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Carlyon Bay
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Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away
Eden Project, Bodelva The Eden Project turned this flooded abandoned clay pit into an ecological educational extravaganza! Thousands of plant species are maintained in the futuristic "biomes" and on the terraced edges of the pit.
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Gribben Head Looking at Gribben Head from Carylon Bay across the bay on this fine afternoon. There are no clay ships at anchor unlike when i was a lad when there was always ships waiting to dock. A sign of the times with the downturn of exports and the decline of the clay industry.
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Carlyon Bay Hotel

Carlyon Bay Hotel

4 out of 5
Sea Road St Austell England
The price is RM566 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
RM566
RM679 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
A beautiful hotel in a stunning location, presented with art deco design, high standards of cleanliness everywhere. All staff were welcoming, although we felt Josh & his team in Terrace bar went beyond to welcome. A wonderful vibe with all staff.. room spotless, bed super comfy, spa very ...

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Carlyon Bay Hotel
Pinetum Garden Cottages

Pinetum Garden Cottages

3 out of 5
Holmbush Rd St Austell England
The price is RM509 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
RM509
RM611 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The lodge was immaculate, the area was lovely and quite , I will be staying again when I’m in the area. I would give more stars if I could!

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Pinetum Garden Cottages
The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

4 out of 5
Pentewan Road St Austell England
The price is RM348 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM348
RM418 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was excellent! All of the staff were extremely helpful, pleasant and attentive. We used the bar, restaurant, reception, and spa. We stayed in two rooms both were very nice rooms and very clean and comfortable. The bar was very cosy with a fabulous log fire and the service was excellent. ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate
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Pinetum Garden Cottages

Pinetum Garden Cottages

3 out of 5
Holmbush Rd St Austell England
Stay at this holiday home in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The lodge was immaculate, the area was lovely and quite , I will be staying again when I’m in the area. I would give more stars if I could!

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Pinetum Garden Cottages
SeaSpace

SeaSpace

4.5 out of 5
Watergate Rd Newquay England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Newquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whipsiderry Beach and Porth Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

SeaSpace
Bay Retreat Villas

Bay Retreat Villas

4 out of 5
St Merryn Park, St Merryn Padstow England
Stay at this apartment in Padstow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Padstow Maize Maze and South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
Seventh time should say it all!!

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Bay Retreat Villas
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Popular places to visit

Lost Gardens of Heligan which includes a garden

Lost Gardens of Heligan

Wander around this enchanting garden, which has been beautifully restored after being abandoned for more than seven decades.

Lost Gardens of Heligan
Porthpean Beach

Porthpean Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Porthpean Beach during your travels in Saint Austell Bay?

Porthpean Beach
A Cornish Gem , stunning little harbour

Gorran Haven Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gorran Haven Beach during your trip to Gorran Haven? Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gorran Haven Beach
There is an old chapel on top of this incredible lone rock near the village of Roche in north Cornwall

Roche Rock

You can find out about the history of Roche with a trip to Roche Rock. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Roche Rock
Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away

Crinnis Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crinnis Beach during your trip to Carlyon? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Crinnis Beach

Charlestown Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Charlestown with a trip to Charlestown Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Charlestown Harbour

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Bodmin: Bodmin Jail Entry Ticket & Dark Walk

Bodmin: Bodmin Jail Entry Ticket & Dark Walk

RM120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bodmin: Bodmin Jail Entry Ticket & Dark Walk
Cornwall: Luggage Storage

Cornwall: Luggage Storage

RM36
per adult
Cornwall: Luggage Storage
Surf Lesson

Cornish Surf Day

RM410
per adult
Cornish Surf Day
Half-Day Surf Experience in Newquay

Half-Day (2hr) Surf Experience in Newquay - Beginners & Improvers

RM273
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day (2hr) Surf Experience in Newquay - Beginners & Improvers
Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay

Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay

RM301
per adult
Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay
Intermediate Surf Lesson

Private Surfing Lesson

RM711
per adult
Private Surfing Lesson
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