Activity Holidays in Cornwall
Angling, Cycling, Golf, Horse Riding, Watersports & More
Cornwall's mix of coastline, moorland and countryside makes it one of England's best counties for an active break. Whether you're after a quiet day's fishing on a Bodmin Moor lake, a round of golf on a clifftop links course, or an afternoon surfing the Atlantic swell at Fistral, there's an activity to suit every visitor and every level of experience. Many of Cornwall's activity providers welcome complete beginners as readily as seasoned enthusiasts, with lessons, guided trips and equipment hire widely available.
Use the guides below to explore each activity in more depth - from angling and sea fishing, through cycling, golf and horse riding, to the county's sailing, scuba diving, surfing and windsurfing scenes. Each guide covers the best locations, practical information and local providers to help you plan your Cornwall activity holiday.
Choose an activity
Angling
Carp, coarse and fly fishing across Cornwall and Devon's rivers, lakes and reservoirs, with family fishing holidays and day-ticket venues throughout the county.
Explore Angling
Sea Fishing
Beach, rock and boat fishing around Cornwall's 400-mile coastline, plus rod licence information, tackle shops and fishing holiday accommodation.
Explore Sea Fishing
Cycling
The Camel Trail, the Mineral Tramways and a wide network of traffic-free trails across Cornwall and Devon, suitable for families and experienced riders alike.
Explore Cycling
Flying
Discover flying experiences including trial flights, pilot training and coastal sightseeing flights overlooking locations such as Land's End, St Michael's Mount, St Ives Bay and the North Cornwall coast.
Explore Flying
Golf
36 golf courses, clubs and driving ranges across Cornwall, from championship links at St Enodoc and St Mellion to relaxed pay-and-play courses.
Explore Golf
Horse Riding
Stables, trekking centres and riding schools across Cornwall, with bridleways and beach rides for all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced riders.
Explore Horse Riding
Sailing
Sheltered harbours and estuaries including Padstow, the Fal, and the Camel Estuary, offering dinghy sailing, cruising and sailing tuition for all levels.
Explore Sailing
Scuba Diving
Wrecks, reefs and marine life around Cornwall's coast, with dive schools and charter boats offering trips for qualified divers and beginners.
Explore Scuba Diving
Surfing
World-class Atlantic breaks at Fistral, Watergate Bay and beyond, with surf schools and board hire for beginners through to experienced surfers.
Explore Surfing
Windsurfing
Some of the country's best windsurfing spots, including Rock and Daymer Bay on the Camel Estuary, suited to beginners and experienced short-boarders alike.
Explore Windsurfing