This Clowance Estate review shares our honest family experience of a weekend break in Cornwall. From the spacious 3-bed Argel Lodge with hot tub to the beautiful grounds and facilities, here’s what we really thought.
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Paulo’s Circus returned to Cornwall with its popular Bijou Show, bringing daring stunts, comedy, and family fun to Newquay once again. Their final performance turned into a sell-out night full of excitement and support from the local community.
Keep reading for my honest thoughts, photos and videos of their final sell-out performance in Newquay, Cornwall.
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England is a nation prosperous in personality, history, and delight. You can visit medieval cities, stroll around villages located in the countryside, and be exhilarated by the life of big cities in just a week. The culture, the landscape, or a new pace of life might be what lures you to visit. In any case, this guide provides a balanced list of suggestions for must-visit places from cities to stunning countryside, and unique English architecture, to help you make the most of your week-long stay.
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If you’ve been searching online for an Airbnb discount code UK, you may have noticed it’s harder to find one than before. That’s because Airbnb ended its guest referral scheme for UK users. In the past, new customers could sign up via a referral link to claim money off their first booking, but this option is no longer available in the UK.
The good news is that Airbnb is still one of the best ways to save money on accommodation and experiences compared to traditional hotels. And while guests can no longer get referral discounts, existing users can still earn cash rewards by sharing referral links with people who sign up to host, create an experience, or offer a service.
In this guide, I’ll explain what’s changed, what still works, and why Airbnb is still my go-to for affordable and unique travel stays.
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On Saturday, mid-August, we set off from our home in Newquay for a one-hour drive down to Sennen Cove and Gwynver Beach, just past Land’s End.
The day was warm at around 22°C, though very, very windy, so while we were comfortable in summer clothes during the day, we needed cardigans and hoodies by the evening.
These beaches had been on our list for a while. We’d only ever seen Sennen from the Land’s End Coaster bus from St Ives a couple of summers ago, so this time we wanted to properly explore on foot before meeting friends later for dinner.
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After falling in love with Tropical Pressure Festival in 2024, we couldn’t resist returning for the 2025 edition.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Mount Pleasant Eco Park in Cornwall, this small but vibrant world-music festival quickly became a family favourite for its friendly atmosphere, fully plant-based food offerings, and manageable size.
This year, we found the festival to be very similar to last year — and that’s a big part of its charm.
The familiar layout, activities, and overall vibe made it feel instantly welcoming.
In this review, I’ll share what Tropical Pressure is all about, what’s changed (and stayed the same) since last year, and why it remains one of our must-attend summer events.
If you’re thinking about going for the first time, this will give you a taste of what to expect.
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Living in Newquay gives us the privilege of being close to some of Cornwall’s most stunning coastal walks—and one of the most breathtaking natural displays each summer: the wild poppy fields between Crantock and Polly Joke.
On 13 June, my husband and I decided to take a walk to see the poppies in bloom. We knew they were nearing their peak, as we’d spotted the vivid red fields from the East Pentire side of Newquay earlier in the week.
Sadly, the weather had other ideas, and we got absolutely drenched in a torrential downpour! Still, despite the rain, it was wonderful to get up close to the flowers again, and it reminded us how lucky we are to have them on our doorstep.
We’re sharing our route, what we saw in Crantock village, and a little about the incredible natural history behind these protected wildflower fields.
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We recently spent a weekend at the very popular Pentewan Sands Holiday Park, located on the southern coast of Cornwall in the village of Pentewan, near St Austell. This five-star resort boasts its own private sandy beach and a wide range of accommodation options.
We’re no strangers to the Pentewan holiday resort, having previously stayed twice in a mobile home and once camping in a tent—but this time we finally experienced something we’d been eyeing up for years: the Pentewan Beach House!
In this review, I’ll share our thoughts on the beach house accommodation, what we loved, what could be improved, and what’s nearby to do during your stay.
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