Sandbank Holidays is situated within a mile of the famous South West Coastal Path. At 630 miles long, you can easily walk along our local section of the path between Portreath and St. Ives. Here you will see some of the most stunning views that this country has to offer, along with an amazing diversity of wildlife and flowers. Whatever time of year your visit, there is always something different to see.

In spring the cliff tops are awash with the first colour of the season thanks to primroses, bluebells and squill (a beautiful blue flower related to garlic). Daffodils are also grown commercially here and make for a welcome splash of colour when in bloom. From late spring into summer the cliffs become a breathtaking riot of colour when flowers such as thrift, foxglove, campion, gorse and heather all make for some spectacular views. This is also an ideal time of year to spot dolphins, grey seals and even the odd basking shark, not to mention a huge variety of nesting sea birds along the cliffs, and even rarities such as peregrine falcons and Cornish choughs.

The path originally came into being when the Cornish coastline was patrolled in search of smugglers until the mid-19th century.

Since then, it has been a well-worn trail enjoyed by walkers, photographers, birdwatchers and holidaymakers alike.

With unrivalled scenery including dramatic cliffs, white sandy beaches and clear-blue sea, it is a truly beautiful area to simply enjoy.