Red Sky at Resugga Farm

If you’re bringing along a hitlist of Cornwall’s top attractions, this is a great place to tick them off from. Perhaps start by ambling around the eco domes of the Eden Project, and then following up by finding your way to the Lost Gardens Heligan (either one 20 minutes’ drive). After that, head to the classic fishing villages of Charlestown (15 minutes) or Mevagissey (20 minutes) for a taste of old Cornwall. And then, maybe up to the north coast to take surf lessons or visit the zoo in Newquay (25 minutes) or dine at a celeb seafood restaurant in Padstow (half an hour). The sandy beaches of Porth (25 minutes) and Perranporth (half an hour) are top spots for seaside fans too. To see a different side of Cornwall, make tracks up to Bodmin Moor (half an hour) for walks among intriguing rock formations and wild ponies, check out the interactive displays at Wheal Martyn Clay Works (15 minutes) or coo over the rescue animals at Screech Owl Sanctuary (15 minutes).