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Things to do in St Austell, England: The Best Outdoor Activities
St Austell (/sɪnt ˈɔːstəl/; Cornish: S. Austel) is a civil parish and major town in Cornwall, England, UK. It is situated on the south coast, approximately 10 miles (16 km) south of Bodmin and 30 miles (48 km) west of the border with Devon.
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1. Cornwall Garden Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Personal garden and mining heritage tours around Cornwall. Each tour is designed around you - because you choose when to visit, where to stay and for how long – we help you decide what to see. All tours include all entrance fees and pickup / return to your hotel. Complete flexibility from start to finish. Knowledgeable local driver / guide.
2. Porthpean Outdoor Education Centre
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Porthpean OEC is an adventurous activities centre, offering both water based and land based activities. From Canoeing to Climbing, Coasteering to Bushcraft and High Ropes to Archery
3. Flying Dragon Martial Arts Club
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Our system is taught in a safe and friendly environment in way to bring out the most potential in all our students. Practicing martial arts can enhance your lifestyle in many ways such as greater confidence, improved mental focus, Greater physical strength and weight loss.
4. Cornwall Watersports
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
We rent sit on kayaks, stand up paddleboards (SUP), windsurfers, wetsuits and surfboards. We offer Banana rides, Sombrero rides, wakeboard and waterski tows. Also RYA school for sailing, windsurfing and powerboating and can offer Taster sessions in SUP, sailing and Windsurfing
5. Viewpoint Diving Cornwall
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
PADI 5* Dive Centre, based in Pentewan, Cornwall (near Mevagissey and St Austell). We are a PADI Approved Youth Diving Centre and have an active club that meets at least once a week. We provide PADI training through from total beginners and try dives through to Divemaster and an extensive range of specialities. We have a small shop which includes basic dive equipment (including spares and the bits everyone forgets when they come on holiday!) and can source most equipment on demand.
6. Porthpean Beach
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4.5 based on 240 reviews
Reviewed By JonPH123
We love Porthpean beach! Calm seas very safe for children and great rock-pooling. Car park at the top of the hill charges £5 for all day stay or £3.50 for up to 5 hours or £2.00 for up to 3 hours (change required as no notes or card facilities). Kiosk / shop is pretty decent. Food, drinks, ice creams, etc and beach "stuff". Can hire kayaks / paddleboards - approx £15 p.hour. Really helpful & informative bunch doing the hiring. Able to see seals, plenty of fish and visit some secluded beaches.
7. Pentewan Valley Cycle Hire
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
New owners Andy and Rachel invite you to hire a bike and ride down the scenic cycle paths around Pentewan, Mevagissey and St Austell. We stock a wide range of quality cycles and accessories available for both hire and purchase. The Pentewan Valley cycle trail, part of the National Cycle Route is on the beautiful South Coast of Cornwall and ideal for anyone planning a one day or one week hire. The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum and The Eden Project are all within riding distance. We have details on routes to take and places to stop, so please ask us, or take a look at our website. Alternatively you can enjoy our tranquil picnic area beside the river and indulge in an ice cream, or a hot/ cold drink.
Reviewed By anoob_pakkar-hull
Fantastic little spot. Great quality bikes with map and lots of suggestions on where to go We found it to be a very friendly and approachable place . Would highly recommend if in the area Deborah & Anoob
8. Hemmick Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By hopehousecottage - Worcester, United Kingdom
On a blustery October afternoon in Cornwall, filling time between a largely uninteresting visit to Mevagissey and our allotted time slot at The Lost Gardens of Heligan, we had a bit of pootle about in the car. Pootling about with no real purpose can often result in an unexpected discovery. On this occasion, following the coast road out of Mevagissey toward Port Mellon, Gorran Haven and beyond we happened upon a fabulous stretch of gated road high above the cliffs and then, down a typically steep and narrow winding lane the stunning and perfectly formed Hemmick Beach. There is a small car park (National Trust) about a quarter of a mile up the steep hill, although we didn’t know that at the time since we only stumbled on this place. There is enough room at the beach to park one or two cars (although this is discouraged) so we parked up for 10 minute “blow” on the beach. Sun shining, waves crashing in, golden sand, dramatic rocks and nobody else there. Beautiful. Don’t drive here if your reverse hill starts are not up to scratch or you’re one of those people who have no ability to judge the width of your vehicle. If you meet traffic there are very few passing places.
9. The Clay Trails
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By RescuedVegan - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Staying in St Austell and like to take the dogs somewhere different each day. These trails are brilliant, so well situated. You can access them from Eden Project, and various other routes, then they cross and meet. Some have a stream running alongside, some are hard stone path walks, perfect for the rainy days we experienced. If you want a good few hours peace, google the nearest path to you. So much to see!
10. Pentewan Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By 186samuel - St Blazey, United Kingdom
No dogs from 1st March to I think 31st October. Very nice little beach with great views. A little walk from main car park in Pentewan, which charges, but also a view spaces which don't charge, which are in a separate area to main car park. Worth a visit. One of my favourite beaches.
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