A beach cafe in the most rustic sense - a beachside shed with some outdoor seating. It is a National Trust-owned hut, but run by a local couple who provide 'Feast Nights' - now made famous by their appearance on ITV's 'Cornwall with Caroline Quentin'. You need to buy tickets, but the hut is generally open to everyone, except during the winter, so check times on their Web site.
Relax and enjoy the view, inside or out, from this award winning beach cafe. Offering a selection of locally produced food, why not indulge in one of the many treats they have to offer?
You will find this little gem opposite the church car park and whilst the church is worth a visit for the gardens alone, this little cafe in a hut really is something special. Visit for drinks, homemade cakes and one of the best cream teas in the area.
Based in the south, but the route goes right through the mining heartland of Cornwall and hits the north coast at Portreath. Bikes available to hire for all ages and abilities. Tag along and buggies also available. There and back the route is about18 miles, fairly easy cycling with a bit of a pull out of Porthreath on the way back. Make a day of it, take a picnic to eat on the beach and enjoy a cuppa on your return. There's ample car parking but you do need to pay.
Overlooked by stately Pendennis castle, this attractive, award-winning family run cafe is relaxed and friendly, serving locally-sourced food. Get lost in the wonderful views from the deck looking out across the sea to the Lizard.
A funky, independent cafe with excellent eco credentials and a delicious, wholesome menu. Miss Peapod's is situated right on the water at Penryn wharf. Sit out on the deck and watch the boats go by, or lounge inside on the retro sofas and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. Miss Peapod's won a well-deserved gold in Cornwall Tourism's cafe of the year awards, 2009. If you're looking for something for the weekend, Miss Peapod's is open for evening meals on Fridays and hosts live music on Saturdays.
A lovely little local cafe that showcases modern Cornwall. Local ingredients served in a fresh and friendly shop.
This delightful cafe offers the opportunity to indulge in some very creative cakes - an ideal place to take the children for a little treat, they will be spoilt for choice! If your looking for a celebration cake speak to these guys as their creativity knows no bounds!
This family run cafe offers a wide selection of fayre to suit all types of dietary needs. Very reasonably priced freshly prepared food - ideal for lunch or to just indulge in homemade cake!
Open year round and every day of the week this cafe is well worth a visit for its homemade produce and eclectic furnishings!
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18 July 2026
A beach cafe in the most rustic sense - a beachside shed with some outdoor seating. It is a National Trust-owned hut, but run by a local couple who provide 'Feast Nights' - now made famous by their appearance on ITV's 'Cornwall with Caroline Quentin'. You need to buy tickets, but the hut is generally open to everyone, except during the winter, so check times on their Web site.
18 May 2022
Relax and enjoy the view, inside or out, from this award winning beach cafe. Offering a selection of locally produced food, why not indulge in one of the many treats they have to offer?
16 November 2017
You will find this little gem opposite the church car park and whilst the church is worth a visit for the gardens alone, this little cafe in a hut really is something special. Visit for drinks, homemade cakes and one of the best cream teas in the area.
19 December 2016
Based in the south, but the route goes right through the mining heartland of Cornwall and hits the north coast at Portreath. Bikes available to hire for all ages and abilities. Tag along and buggies also available. There and back the route is about18 miles, fairly easy cycling with a bit of a pull out of Porthreath on the way back. Make a day of it, take a picnic to eat on the beach and enjoy a cuppa on your return. There's ample car parking but you do need to pay.
13 September 2015
Overlooked by stately Pendennis castle, this attractive, award-winning family run cafe is relaxed and friendly, serving locally-sourced food. Get lost in the wonderful views from the deck looking out across the sea to the Lizard.
5 June 2015
A funky, independent cafe with excellent eco credentials and a delicious, wholesome menu. Miss Peapod's is situated right on the water at Penryn wharf. Sit out on the deck and watch the boats go by, or lounge inside on the retro sofas and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. Miss Peapod's won a well-deserved gold in Cornwall Tourism's cafe of the year awards, 2009. If you're looking for something for the weekend, Miss Peapod's is open for evening meals on Fridays and hosts live music on Saturdays.
9 February 2015
A lovely little local cafe that showcases modern Cornwall. Local ingredients served in a fresh and friendly shop.
3 September 2014
This delightful cafe offers the opportunity to indulge in some very creative cakes - an ideal place to take the children for a little treat, they will be spoilt for choice! If your looking for a celebration cake speak to these guys as their creativity knows no bounds!
8 July 2014
This family run cafe offers a wide selection of fayre to suit all types of dietary needs. Very reasonably priced freshly prepared food - ideal for lunch or to just indulge in homemade cake!
21 June 2013
Open year round and every day of the week this cafe is well worth a visit for its homemade produce and eclectic furnishings!