Turkey & Tinsel in St. Mawes

Local departure by coach, then on to St. Mawes and our hotel for four nights. We enjoy a tea, coffee or mulled wine with a festive treat on arrival to get us into the spirit of the season.

Today we visit Padstow, a charming fishing village on the Camel Estuary, regarded as Cornwall’s capital of seafood cuisine and made famous by celebrity chef Rick Stein. Along with its beautiful harbour it has a great selection of cafes and restaurants, gift and craft shops - perfect to do a little festive shopping or to simply enjoy the coastal views! We return back to the hotel in time for our 'Christmas Dinner' complete with a complimentary glass of wine.

Relax in St. Mawes or join our optional excursion to Mevagissey, a picturesque fishing village with colour washed cottages perched on the hills overlooking the pretty harbour. The village is within a UNESCO Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and even in the winter it is a postcard-perfect Cornish village. Wander through the narrow streets and uncover a collection of restaurants, pubs, galleries and shops.

This morning we visit the historic town of Truro. Soaring above the surrounding rooftops, the cathedral is a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture and makes Truro into Cornwall’s only city. Stroll through the cobbled streets and mews, and enjoy the vibrant, local independent shops as well as the traders at the Pannier Market. We return to the hotel for a festive cream tea.

We depart the hotel this morning full of festive cheer and return home.