Nestled on the north Cornish coast, this charming and historically important fishing port lies between the ancient, characterful mining towns of Redruth and Camborne. With a history dating back 300 years when ships filled with copper ore sailed over to south Wales and come back laden with coal, it’s one of Cornwall’s earliest industrial harbours. Today, it’s an idyllic little spot where you can take a meander along the harbour front, pop into one of the cheerful cafes for afternoon tea or even take a boat trip. Portreath beach is a wonderful sandy spot – families will love the rock pools, sea water swimming pool and space enough to set up a game of beach cricket. Surfers, experienced and beginners alike, will love the fabulous north Cornish surf and there are some good surf schools too if you need a lesson or two. Exploring the cliff top walks is a must, whether it’s along the South West Coast path or the Tramway Coast to Coast trail which runs from Portreath to the harbour village of Devoran.