Simon Calder's Travel Week
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There's a reason that Cornwall draws hordes of visitors every summer. With its breathtaking beaches, picture-perfect villages and rolling countryside, this corner of the UK can be the perfect spot for a staycation. But jostling shoulder-to-shoulder with holidaymakers in Padstow, dodging beachgoers on Fistral or spending hours in traffic on the A30 can ruin the idyll somewhat.
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One solution is to visit out of season (Cornwall is still gorgeous in the rain), but if you're keen to head to this part of the world in spring or summer it's worth doing your research. So this week Independent Travel is helping you find those secret spots in Cornwall where you can escape the holiday crowds and find some peace and serenity – as well bringing you some inspiration for other staycation destinations where you can get away from it all. |
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| Cornwall's spiritual superhighway links Fowey on the south coast with Padstow to the north: the Saints' Way. This 30-mile hike takes you away from the crowds and into the heart of the county, with highlights such as Helman Tor. |
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| Few tourists choose to reach the summit of Cornwall: Brown Willy. The peak (1,378 feet) reveals the embroidery of the shoreline and the dazzle of the Atlantic. Start a trek at the historic Jamaica Inn. |
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| Stay in a Shepherd's hut from £280pp for two nights, with beautiful coastline on your doorstep. Learn more |
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| The deal includes a three-course dinner and £100 credit towards spa treatments. Book here |
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| Find relaxation and restoration at Careys Manor deep in the heart of the countryside. Find the deal here |
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| While most visitors head for Cornwall's west coast, our writer journeyed to the the border with Devon and trekked north along a new walking trail inland. |
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Buzzards keened overhead and the hoot of an owl drifted through the trees, while on the broad flats that stretching from the Tamar's banks I saw egrets and oystercatchers. |
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| Dark Sky Reserves are growing in number in the UK and provide the ideal conditions for stargazing – here are a few of the best, including the Yorkshire Dales, South Downs and Cairngorms. |
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| Fancy swimming in the swell and catching waves, but not keen on busy hotels? Check out these hideouts, from off-grid lodges to coastal camping. |
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| Embarking on an outdoor adventure? Discover our top picks for camping stoves and portable gas cookers. |
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| Jet off in style - we've reviewed the best cabin bags and suitcases for travel in 2024. | |
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