Cycle The Camel Trail
Cycle The Camel Trail
Here at The Laurels we often get asked is it possible to get access The Camel Trail safely from The Laurels.
The answer is most definitely YES (more…)
Catching The Bus
Catching The Bus From The Laurels
Please note this information is up to date as of September 2025. Please see the Transport for Cornwall website for the most up-to-date information.
There are 2 bus stops right outside The Laurels to get you to many different destinations:
Padstow Fork: This bus stop is on the main A39 which you can catch the Number 94 to Truro, on this route you can change buses at 'St Column Major' to get into Newquay. In the opposite direction the  Number 94 goes into Wadebridge
Hals Grave: This bus stop is right outside our entrance on the A389, here you can catch the  Number 57 to take you either to Padstow or Wadebridge (it also continues up to Bodmin and Plymouth via Bodmin Parkway Train Station).
Once in Padstow you can also connect to the  Number 56 to take you along the coast into Newquay stopping at most of the beaches along the way.
Once in Wadebridge you can connect onto the Number 95 to take you up to Bude via Boscastle & Tintagel or the Number 96 to take you to Rock, Polzeath and Port Isaac.
When staying with us the best way that we find to look up bus times is to use the 'Go Cornwall Bus' mobile app. You can download the app here: Mobile App - Go Cornwall Bus
Use the Journey Planner for connecting bus time.
Alternatively you can view the full timetables on the transport for cornwall wesite using the links below. Make sure you click on the 'All Stops' option for the Hals Grave and Padstow Fork stops to show on the timetables.
Dog Friendly Beach Guide
We have 20 fantastic dog friendly beaches within a 15 mile drive from The Laurels
Some beaches have seasonal restrictions - the dates and times vary from beach to beach.
Up to date information can be found here: Cornwall Dog Friendly Beaches
| Number | Beach Name | Dog Friendly | Distance to drive from The Laurels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawkers Cove & Harbour Cove | All Year | 7.1 miles |
| 2 | Trevone | Seasonal Ban | 6.1 miles |
| 3 | Harlyn Bay | All Year | 6.8 miles |
| 4 | Constantine Bay | All Year | 7.2 miles |
| 5 | Treyarnon Bay | All Year | 7.5 miles |
| 6 | Porthcothan Bay | All Year | 8.5 miles |
| 7 | Bedruthan Steps | All Year | 11 miles |
| 8 | Mawgan Porth | All Year | 10.1 miles |
| 9 | Watergate Bay | All Year | 12.5 miles |
| 10 | Porth Beach | Seasonal Ban | 13.2 miles |
| 11 | Lusty Glaze Beach | All Year | 13.1 miles |
| 12 | Tolcarne | Seasonal Ban | 13.3 miles |
| 13 | Great Western Beach | All Year | 13.6 miles |
| 14 | Fistral Beach | All Year | 15 miles |
| 15 | Rock | Seasonal Ban | 9 miles |
| 16 | Daymer Bay | All Year | 9.7 miles |
| 17 | Polzeath | Seasonal Ban | 9.9 miles |
| 18 | Lundy Bay | Seasonal Ban | 9.1 miles |
| 19 | Port Quin | Seasonal Ban | 9.2 miles |
| 20 | Port Isaac | All Year | 10.2 miles |
Days out with the kids in Cornwall
Days out with the kids in Cornwall
A few ideas of activities and days out with children when staying with us here at The Laurels in North Cornwall
Make sure to check the details on the individual websites for up to date opening dates ad times
Retallack Water Sports
https://www.retallackcornwall.com/things-to-do/watersports/
St Column Major
TR9 6DE
4.9 miles drive from The Laurels
Getting into Padstow & Wadebridge without a car?
Getting into Padstow & Wadebridge without a car?
Here at The Laurels we often get asked is it possible to get into Padstow & Wadebridge without a car?
The answer is most definitely YES
Whether you are a cycling enthusiast, love a good walk, like to catch the bus or prefer the convenience of a taxi there's options for everyone. (more…)
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