Lamorna Glamping

Doubtless the kids will want to head straight out to the beach: sandy options include Sennen (20 minutes’ drive) for surfing schools and board hire, or paddling and picnics at Porthcurno (15 minutes) and Praa Sands (half an hour). If you fancy a scenic coastal hike, pack the beach towels and head for pretty Lamorna Cove (35 minutes’ walk) – your reward will be a swim and a pint in the pub on your way back to base camp. If you feel inspired for longer hikes, you can join the South West Coast Path at Lamorna too. Buzzy Penzance (15 minutes’ drive) is the place for stocking up on supplies, and there are other pretty corners of Cornwall to explore, such as Newlyn (10 minutes) and Mousehole (15 minutes) fishing villages, both with a sprinkling of waterside pubs and cafés. Culturally inspired days out might include a trip to Tate St Ives (35 minutes) to admire contemporary artworks, or an alfresco evening visit to plays at The Minack Theatre (20 minutes), set against the dramatic backdrop of cliffs and turquoise sea.