How to visit Cornwall on a budget?

How to visit Cornwall on a budget
  1. Accommodation doesn't have to break the bank. What's more, by staying in a Cornwall holiday park with camping, you'll also be keeping costs to a minimum. ...
  2. Agree a budget. ...
  3. Prepare an itinerary. ...
  4. Utilise the free things to do. ...
  5. Keep spending money on food to a minimum.




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We'd recommend visiting Cornwall for at least three days, such as over a long weekend. However, a better amount of time would be around a week which would give you more time to see more of Cornwall's highlights.

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Padstow is an ideal place to base yourself for a holiday in Cornwall. It's a charming port town surrounded by beautiful beaches and offers many exciting things to discover.

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June to August is the best time to visit Cornwall for its idyllic beaches. This is also the best time for families as many of the most popular beaches and surfing beaches are patrolled by lifeguards. The weather in Cornwall in summer is fantastic and the county sees higher average temperatures than the rest of the UK.

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Once in Cornwall, there's a great rail network for getting around the county, perfect for those car-free breaks.

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Open top coaster services. Cornwall's open top coaster services run in several coastal areas, linking popular towns, beaches and attractions across the county, allowing visitors get around the country without the need of a car and soak up the scenery as they go.

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In 2020, St Ives was named the most expensive seaside resort in the UK. The town has the second highest visitor-related spend in the UK, with tourists spending £85 million per year.

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Many are surprised it can take around 2 hours to drive from one end of Cornwall to the other. Cornwall's major route is the A30 – a fast road made up largely of dual carriageway, travelling along the central backbone of Cornwall all the way to Penzance, with A roads spurring off to serve the north and south coast.

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It would take about 7-8 hours to drive around Cornwall, depending on how many stops you make. With its rugged coastline and charming fishing villages, there are lots of places to explore and attractions to visit along the way.

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