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5* QUALITY HOLIDAYS
Trevornick, a name you can trust
HOLYWELL BAY
Coastal views, beautiful beaches
and local wildlife
HAPPY CAMPERS
Fun park, swimming pool, golf course,
fishing ponds and entertainment…
it’s all at Trevornick
Plus: Features . Guides . Information . Breaks and Offers
Welcome
After many years of our traditional
brochure and site guide we’re
delighted to welcome you to our
fresh, new magazine for 2014.
understand that it is our customers who make
Trevornick what it is and thank you for your
continued support in helping to sustain our
park and make it what it is today!
This issue is packed with new features, guides,
Having just celebrated our 50th year, our new
competitions and information to help and
magazine heralds the start of another period
inspire you to make the most of your time
and looks forward to the year ahead in the
with us. If you have always wanted to learn to
hope that many of you will return and share in
surf, then check out our surfing guide for tips
the memories created at Trevornick over the
from the top, or revive your senses with one of
next 50 or so years!
our Cornish inspired recipes. We also have an
excellent guide to local beaches and all things
We hope you enjoy reading this as much as
Trevornick so you won’t miss a trick!
we have enjoyed putting it together and
look forward to welcoming you into the
Trevornick Holiday Park has been an integral
conversation at
part of many of our customer’s lives for many
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years and as a company we have continually
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invested financially and personally to ensure
that you, our customers, enjoy every moment
of your time at Trevornick. After all, we
The buzz Share your memories Who’s who Local beach guide From pop-up to stand-up Beach safety
Spotlight on… Newquay
Days out guide Days in guide
Golf, for all the family
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Kind regards,
The Trevornick Team
Staying at Trevornick
Food and Drink A Cornish food affair Look good feel great
SW Coast Path Local points of interest I spy nature Rockpool guide
Our responsibility Breaks and Offers
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Buzz
THE LATEST
NEWS FROM
AROUND
THE PARK
Congratulations to
Jemma, our Accounts
Manager, and Ben
on their wedding
celebration in
Trevornick’s very
own Farm Club!
True Love
Now That's
Entertainment
Prize Winner
Congratulations to Kiki Maddox
We’re pleased to confirm
for winning our 2013 ‘Share
that we have put together
your Memories’ Competition
an excellent entertainment
on Facebook. We were
package for 2014. Combining
bowled over by the quantity
Following a successful trial in
an exciting mix of live music,
and quality of entrants and
The day itself was absolutely
2013, we’ll be introducing great
showbusiness, themed evenings
would like to thank everyone
perfect and we wish them
value, all-day wristbands to
and family fun, there really is
for entering!
all the happiness for their
the Fun Park in 2014.
something for everyone!
Fun Park Wristband
future together.
STOP PRESS
We’re delighted to
announce that the
Courtyard will be
Blooming
Marvelous
AA and Visit
England Rating
receiving a facelift for
2014. At time of going
to press full details are
yet to be confirmed but
let’s just say it’s going
Cost Conscious
Rated Excellent
Farewell Harry
and Harriet
We are very pleased to announce
Once again the assessors have
that thanks to the hard work
visited our Park and have seen
We believe in offering great
We are extremely grateful
It is with great sadness that
of Ross, our Head Gardener,
fit to award us with a very
value for money which is why
and pleased to announce that
we announce our popular
and his team, we have been
high five-star rating citing
we’ve increased the age of
on the back of all your lovely
friends Harry and Harriet are
awarded 2nd place in the
excellent standards in all areas,
adults to 16, frozen the price of
reviews on the well-known
heading on a well-deserved
prestigious “Newquay in Bloom”
exceptionally well maintained
dogs and packaged in a number
travel site Tripadvisor, we have
holiday of their own this
competition. Well done Ross!
facilities and attractive
of free extras to offer you much
been awarded a Certificate of
year. But fear not, we’ll be
natural landscaping.
more than just a pitch price.
Excellence. Thank you!
welcoming new friends to
to look great!
Trevornick for 2014!
4-5
As always, we had an amazing
holiday at Trevornick.
We’ve made new friends,
experienced new activities and
we’re already looking forward
to next year!”
Emma Buttery
Outstanding. The views
are amazing, the site
is pristinely clean,
impeccably run and
quite honestly as good
as you can get.
Gary O
Thanks to all at Trevornick
for yet another wonderful
holiday. Brilliant facilities,
superb staff… gotta love
Trevornick time!!!
I don’t want to leave. This
is the best holiday ever!
Can I live here when I’m
older?
Mick Clews
Evie, aged 6
We love Trevornick and go
every year. It's a fantastic
campsite with something
for everyone. Thanks for
another great holiday!
Share your
Memories
Thank you to everyone who entered
our 2013 Share your Memories
Competition. Here’s just some of the
amazing entrants we received.
Everything about it
is brilliant, excellent
location, fab facilities
and walking distance
to the beach through
sand dunes.
Sarah Miles
Smithies4
Let us introduce
ourselves…
Adrian Tribe
Clare Reynolds
Mark Hamberg
Duty Manager
Head Gardener
From: West Sussex
From: Stoke-on-Trent
No. of years at Trevornick:
No. of years at Trevornick:
No. of years at Trevornick:
13 years
5 years
1 year
Favourite place: “Standing at
Best thing about working at
Best thing about working at
the top of Hay Field, looking
Trevornick: “Working so close
Trevornick: “Everyone makes
down towards the Gull Rocks”
to the beach”
you feel welcome”
Proudest moment at
Favourite place at Trevornick:
Favourite place: “Enjoying the
Trevornick: “Working my way
“Sitting with a coffee in the
views from Woody’s”
up through the ranks to Head
Courtyard”
Interesting fact: Julie’s been
Gardener”
Fondest memory of
holidaying at Trevornick for
Fondest Memory: “Meeting my
Trevornick: “Getting married in
the last 23 years
wife at Trevornick”
General Manager
Bookings Manager
Duty Manager
From: Bognor Regis
From: Lincolnshire
From: Surrey
Interesting Fact: Jemma is
No. of years at Trevornick:
No. of years at Trevornick:
No. of years at Trevornick:
Adrian’s daughter
20 years
4 years
6 years
Best thing about working at
Best thing about working at
Best thing about working at
Trevornick: “No day is ever the
Trevornick: “The feeling that
Trevornick: “There’s a great
same”
you are part of a family not just
family atmosphere where
Proudest moment at
a team of work colleagues”
you’re made to feel really
Trevornick: “Gaining our 5*
Favourite place at Trevornick:
welcome”
Rating”
“At the top of Sun Field. On a
Favourite place at Trevornick:
Fondest memory of
summer’s day it is so peaceful
“The fishing lakes first thing in
Trevornick: “Hosting the
and the views are fantastic”
the morning”
8-9
Jack Johnston
Carla Lamb
Fondest memory of
Head of Marketing
Golf Manager
Trevornick: “Being given the
From: Northampton
From: Belfast
Laurel and Hardy award!”
No. of years at Trevornick:
No. of years at Trevornick:
1 year
7 years
Best thing about working at
Best thing about working at
Trevornick: “You always feel
Trevornick: “Working with a
like you’re on holiday!”
variety of people and meeting
Favourite place: “Playing
lots of new faces”
in the fun park with my two
Favourite place: “17th hole on
children”
the pitch and putt course”
We’re always on hand should you need us
during your stay so please don’t hesitate to ask.
Ross Bramhall
Accounts Manager
the Farm Club”
Wednesday Outdoor Disco”
Julie McCready
Jemma Tretheway
If you need any
help or advice,
then just ask a
Trevornick team
member or pop
into reception,
where you’ll also
find all sorts of
useful information
for your stay.
A Guide to our
Local Beaches
Holywell Bay
Porth Joke
With two miles of sheltered soft sands, great
Turn right at the dunes, pass Kelsey Head
waves, fascinating caves, sand dunes and a
and you’ll come across Porth Joke (or Polly
slow flowing stream to paddle in Holywell
Joke) Beach. An attractive narrow cove, this
Bay has it all. But don’t just take our word for
quiet, sandy beach is one of Cornwall’s best
it, in 2013 the Daily Telegraph voted Holywell
kept secrets. Access is limited and there are
Bay second in its Top Five Holiday Beaches in
no facilities but if you’re looking for your own
Cornwall, stating:
piece of paradise this certainly comes close.
The soft sand and rolling dunes at Holywell
Bay are perfect for exploring or playing hide
The Cornish coast boasts over 100 beaches and
Trevornick is fortunate enough to be located
within walking distance of three of the best.
Whether you are after family friendly spots, safe
surfing waters, a beach you can take the dog,
sheltered coves or sunbathing hotspots you can
find it all close to Trevornick.
and seek with the children.
The car park costs around £5 for the whole
day, alternatively a scenic walk across the
dunes takes about 15 minutes. On the beach
there’s an ice-cream van during the summer,
and just off the beach there’s a couple of
pubs, a shop and toilet facilities. Holywell Bay
Perranporth
is dog friendly.
A short drive away, Perranporth is a great
day out. There’s a good number of shops for
souvenirs, goodies and beach wear within
walking distance of the beach itself. The
famous Watering Hole sits directly on the
beach and serves a cracking pint of Rattler.
Crantock
Holywell Bay
A favourite with surfers and families alike
Crantock boasts soft sands, sheltered dunes
Newquay
and at low tide the pools along the Gannel
The other side of Crantock’s Gannel
are perfect for small children to splash
lie Newquay’s seven beaches, offering
around in (but please take care when the tide
everything from world-famous surfing at
turns as the water comes in quickly). The car
Fistral to laid-back vibes at Lusty Glaze and
park is National Trust owned and during the
fishing boats and Seals down at Newquay’s
summer there’s a café, ice-cream hut and
working harbour.
good toilet facilities.
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Beach Safety
Hot summer days, golden sands and clear
blue water… We all love the beach but it’s
important to spare a second for safety!
From Pop-up
to Stand-up
Here are some tips from Holywell Bay’s
Head Lifeguard, Lee Griffin, on how to
stay safe this summer…
If you see anyone else in
trouble, alert the lifeguards
or call 999 and ask for
the Coastguard.
off quickly. Take care if you're exploring
rock pools and caves at the south side of
Holywell beach.
CHILDREN. Children are safest when
supervised and it’s best to agree a meeting
point. If you become separated don’t panic,
alert a Lifeguard or Police. Keep searchers
SURFING TIPS FROM HOLYWELL BAY SCHOOL OF SURF
FLAGS. Always swim or bodyboard between
in the know when children are found.
the red and yellow flags. Surfboards should stay
There’s nothing quite like the feeling
of standing up on a surf board for the
first time… here’s a few tips to help
get you there!
water hits your board, give it a few more paddles
between the black and white chequered flags.
JUMPING. Never go jumping off rocks into the
If the red flag is flying, conditions are extremely
sea. Water depth changes with the tide and it
dangerous and entering the sea is strongly
might be shallower than you think. Submerged
advised against.
objects such as rocks may not be visible and
to make sure you are definitely ‘on’ the wave.
there can be strong currents.
RIP CURRENTS. Rips are strong currents
Once the board is moving, it’s time to stand
that can quickly take swimmers from the
up. Put your hands on the board, beside your
shallows out beyond their depth. If you swim
Firstly, before you enter the water make sure
shoulders, with palms down as if you are doing
between the Red and Yellow flags you will
you are comfortable with the conditions and
a push up. At the same time as you push your
usually avoid them, but if you do get caught in
Wind break
stay in waist depth. It’s best to learn to surf on
upper body up, sweep your feet under you, laying
one: Stay Calm. If you can stand, wade don’t
Beach games
the broken waves (white water). If the beach is
them on the stringer (the line down the middle
swim. Keep hold of your board or inflatable to
Sunscreen
life guarded go between the BLACK and WHITE
of the board).
help you float, raise your hand and shout for
Beach robes or towels
help. If you are out of your depth, paddle or swim
Surfboard or bodyboard
When you pop up, remember to keep your body
parallel to the beach. Look for waves that are
Cover-ups
When paddling, make sure you are well balanced
low and the last things to come off the board are
breaking all the way to the shore and make your
Rock pool fishing nets
on the surfboard.
your hands.
way in. Never try to swim directly against the rip.
Blankets
Always paddle with the crawl stroke; one arm
Once you’re up, your weight should be on your
INFLATABLES. Never use inflatables when
Tide timetables
and then the other alternately. This will provide
front foot and you should hold your hands a
the wind is blowing from land out to sea. If using
Bucket and spade
you with a constant speed and balance so you
bit higher than your waist - just in view of your
inflatables, it is advisable to have a long rope
Change for ice creams / parking
can catch the wave.
vision… Always look up! If you look at your feet,
attached.
Snacks
chequered flags.
Beach Checklist
Drinking water
you will fall down.
When you go for a wave, keep the board straight
and facing towards the beach. When the white
And smile, you’re surfing!
Shade umbrella / tent
TIDES. Always be aware that tides can move
Sun Hat
very quickly and an incoming tide can cut you
Swimwear
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CORNWALL’S BIGGEST
Pay Once
Visit Every
Day For A
Week!
Spotlight on...
Newquay
Newquay is renowned for its beaches
and laid back life style, but it has so
many other hidden gems for you to
discover whilst you are visiting.
Don’t forget to pick up your
FREE copy of Newquay’s
Food and Drink guide for a
complete list of Newquay’s
foodie heavens.
perfect for picnics and there are some great
places to eat and drink too.
Newquay has a collection of unique shops that
NEW
FOR 2014
SCARLET
MACAW
FLIGHT
AVIARY
In the heart of Newquay is a beautiful, working
encompass its cool coastal personality. Newquay
harbour. With a rich breeding ground of crabs
has independents nestled alongside high street
and lobsters, Newquay exports over 90% of its
favourites, so if you are looking for a shopping
annual haul to Spain and France and seeing the
spree that stands out from the crowd, Newquay
harbour in operation is one of the musts of your
is perfect for you.
visit. The harbour is home to Sammy the seal (and
friends) who can be seen following the fishing
If you’re looking for a wet weather day out, the
boats in and out of the harbour and entertaining
Blue Reef aquarium on Towan beach is a popular
the locals and tourists.
favourite. There’s also Newquay Zoo, with over
130 species. For the evenings, the Lighthouse
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If you prefer to keep your feet dry you can swap
Cinema in the town centre is the perfect place to
the sand for grass and visit Trenance gardens
unwind and watch the latest blockbusters.
where there is a delightful selection of wildlife,
trees and wonderful walks. There is plenty to
do in Trenance from Tennis to Pedalos to bird
www.newquayzoo.org.uk
watching. This green recreational space is
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Days ‘Out’ Guide
Holywell Bay is conveniently located just off the A30 and with a vibrant mix of
attractions, historic harbours, bustling towns and outdoor adventure, you’ll
never be short of things to do in Cornwall.
Perranporth
Newquay Padstow
A small seaside resort just
Boasting seven miles of
This beautiful but busy port
four miles from Trevornick,
sandy beaches alongside a
offers a wide selection of
Perranporth offers three-miles
vibrant town, Newquay offers
restaurants and gift shops.
of wide open sandy beaches
something for everyone.
Stop here for visits to the
with an eclectic selection of
There’s laid-back bohemian
National Lobster Hatchery or
gift shops and beach cafes.
cafes, independent shops and
bike rides down the beautiful
an unspoilt working harbour.
Camel Trail.
Best Attractions for….
All the family: Holywell Bay
Fun Park
Free fun: Heartlands
Miniature trains: Lappa Valley
Historic buildings: Trerice
Steam trains: Bodmin and
St Ives Truro
Wenford Railway
St Ives is a magnet for some of
Cornwall’s only City, Truro is
Animals: Newquay Zoo
the world’s greatest painters,
an exciting blend of elegant
Underwater animals: Aquarium
sculptors and ceramicists, with
town houses, cobbled streets,
Farm animals: Dairyland
Tate St Ives standing proud in
high-street brands and an
Horse riding: Trenance Riding
the middle of them. There are
impressive gothic revival
Stables
also plenty of great restaurants
cathedral.
Cyder tasting: Healey’s
and pavement cafes.
Horticulture: Eden Project
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Days ‘in’ Guide
94% of our customers
rated our facilities as
‘excellent’ or ‘very good’
WiFi and DVD
Guests on a Super Plus, Super,
Premium Plus and Premium
pitches, or our Eurotent guests
can tune directly in to our DVD
Camp life at Trevornick is constantly evolving
but one thing that has remained since the
beginning is our passion to create a friendly
space for all. A space where you can do as
much or as little as you like. One that you
can play, eat or shop in, or simply sit back
and relax.
channel and WiFi is widely
available.
washing and drying facilities,
along with free ironing
facilities.
Gone Fishing
With a fabulous location and a great range of facilities,
Hole in One
Our three fishing lakes are well
including our heated swimming pool, 18 hole golf course, all-
Our 18-hole golf and pitch &
stocked with Carp, Bream,
action fun park, shops and on site eateries we aim to provide
putt courses are only a stone’s
Perch, Rudd and Roach.
everything you need to enjoy your holiday but without having
throw away from your pitch. A
Fishing lessons are available
to leave the Park. Everyone’s holiday will be different, and
great day out for all the family,
and there’s a fantastic range
Hire Shop
customers have the freedom to choose, but for those that
our Golf Club offers short but
of reels, hooks, rods, nets and
With an extensive range
choose to stay on site, here’s a little guide to what’s here.
challenging par-3 holes and
baits available for purchase
of camping and outdoor
the “best” 18-hole ‘Pitch & Putt’
and hire.
equipment including
course in the South West.
everything you’ll need for the
Tranquillity Spa
beach, pop along to our Hire
Our Tranquillity health &
Shop situated by the courtyard.
beauty treatment rooms will
help you leave the stresses and
strains of a busy life behind.
Holywell Bay Fun Park
Wander over to our free entry
Surf School
Fun Park where you can aim,
With surfing being one of
shoot and spin on over 20 rides
the most popular sports in
and attractions, including F1
Cornwall and the superb
Go Karts, trampolines, water
Courtyard Cool
Holywell Bay Beach being a
Bathrooms & Showers
Outdoor Pool
walkers, bumper boats, crazy
Right at the heart of Trevornick
short stroll away then why not
Heated showers, family
Our five-star, lifeguard
golf, magical maze, shooting
is The Courtyard, where you
book a surf lesson for you and
bathroom suites including
attended and heated (28⁰c)
range and star cars.
can relax, hang-out and enjoy
your family.
swimming pool includes a
Start your engines and get
a bite to eat in one of our
sauna, Jacuzzi spa and separate
ready for the green light with
on-site eateries. There’s also
toddler pool. Adult swim times
our great selection of rides and
table tennis, pool, darts and an
are also available.
attractions to suit all ages
amusements room.
The Funny Farm
baby changing units, disabled
With swings, slides and
facilities and modern toilet
Laundrette
climbing ropes, the Funny Farm
blocks are located throughout
Our centrally located
is a safe, low level outdoor
the park.
laundrette offers coin operated
playing area.
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Holywell Bay Golf
A DIFFERENT WAY TO PLAY!
SUPERB 18 HOLE PITCH AND PUTT
'Fun for all the family'
FANTASTIC 18 HOLE PAR 3 GOLF CLUB
'A challenge for golfers of all standards'
HOLYWELL BAY GOLF CLUB PRESENTS
Golf, a game all the
family can enjoy
Golf is a game that families can
play together and at Holywell Bay
Golf Club it’s easy for the entire
family to share in the fun of playing
Golf together.
CLUB HIRE INCLUDED IN PRICE
COURSE RULES
No dress code
No handicaps
No booking
No problem
Golf is the only game you can play with your
kids when you get older. And the only game
your kids will want to play with you when
you’re older.
Golf is only 20% about the game. The other 80%
Whether it’s on the renowned Pitch and Putt
is having fun, sharing laughs and spending
course or the short but challenging Par 3, here
quality time together.
Early bird offers
and weekly
discount passes
available for
Trevornick
Customers.
are just a few reasons why Golf is better played
with the family…
Playing golf is an excellent way to enjoy light
exercise. Eighteen holes of golf mean at least a
Plain and simple, Golf is fun. And it’s even
couple of hours spent outdoors, with plenty of
more fun when you beat the other players…
fresh air and sunshine for all the family.
especially if they’re your family!
Revel in the glory. There’s nothing better than
watching the ball land directly on the green,
other than knowing that your children saw it
Holywell Bay Golf Club is part of
Trevornick Holiday Park and just
one of the many facilities available
to customers.
INDIVIDUALS, PAIRS, FAMILIES, GROUPS, PARTIES AND CLUBS ARE ALL WELCOME!
and now think you’re a golfing pro!
Tel: 01637 832916 www.holywellgolf.co.uk
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Pitch Guide
89% of customers rated our value for
money as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Very Good’
Premium Plus Pitches these campsite pitches offer
the same camping facilities
as our premium pitches but
have the added extra of
an all weather semi hard
standing base (Rockpegs are
recommended for tents and
awnings).
Super Pitches - larger than
Standard Pitches, situated in
a prime location, with water,
electric, grey waste drainage,
Caravan, Motorhome
or something more
traditional… a guide to
staying at Trevornick
motorhome pitch (please ask if
TV connection and on site
you would like two pitches next
movie channel.
to each other).
Super Plus Pitches Standard Pitches - are
these campsite pitches offer
Quality lies behind everything
as above, but our Standard
the same facilities as our super
we do at Trevornick, from
Pitches have 10amp 240V
pitches but have the added
immaculately kept facilities
electric terminals. You can
extra of an all weather semi
and grounds through to our
bring your own leads or hire
hard standing base (Rockpegs
exceptional customer service.
from us.
are recommended for tents and
awnings).
With seven fields and six
different pitch types to pick
Premium Pitches - larger
from, the choice is yours at no
than Standard Pitches,
extra cost.
situated in a prime camping
location, with water, electric,
Non-Serviced Pitches
TV connection and on-site
– a basic grass campsite
movie channel.
For prices and
availability, visit
trevornick.co.uk
pitch is an ideal camping or
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What is a
Eurotent?
Eurotents offer a ready-made solution for
They offer a hassle-free camping experience for
families who want to camp but don’t want the
families who want to spend more time enjoying
expense or commitment of buying camping gear
the great outdoors and less time hammering in
they might not have room to store, and who
tent pegs.
would rather step straight into their holiday
experience on arrival than spend hours fighting
Eurotents make camping so easy for families.
with tent pegs while trying to keep the children
While ‘glamping’ and yurt holidays are
in line.
comparable in ease they are out of reach
financially for most families as they are priced at
Trevornick’s Eurotents are pre-erected tents that
such a premium, often costing just as much as a
offer three separate bedrooms and generous
high-end holiday cottage or hotel.
living and dining space, ready-equipped with
beds, a well furnished kitchen complete with
Traditional camping is much easier on the
cooking equipment, fridge and microwave,
wallet, but sometimes requires a level of
television and internal lighting.
commitment that not everyone wants to stretch
to! Eurotents offer a perfect middle ground in
Eurotents offer the ultimate in practical camping
being convenient, practical, comfortable and
comfort with spacious interiors, gas and
affordable.
electricity hook ups and plenty of storage space.
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equipment and accessories and you can take
Takeaway
Where: Courtyard
your pick from a great selection of delicious food
Fresh and convenient, order your takeaway
from the Bakery and Oven Fresh counters. When
anytime from 8.30am and it will be ready at
you’re on holiday every penny matters and we
a time that suits you from 12 (noon) at the
are constantly checking our prices to ensure we
takeaway.
your pitch. There’s also a wide range of camping
offer you even better value for money.
The Diner
Where: Fun Park
The Lounge Bar
Where: Courtyard
Our laid-back Lounge Bar, is situated above
Situated within the fantastic Holywell Bay Fun
the Farm Club and offers comfortable seating,
Park, the Beach Diner offers a great experience
enviable views and a good selection of wine,
for all the family. There’s amazing views of
local ales and quality beers. Ideally suited for
Holywell Bay and the beautiful Cornish coastline,
couples and quieter families, The Lounge is light
a free jukebox and a fun atmosphere. Children’s
and airy with a relaxed vibe.
meal deals are available and a selection of hot
seating with highchairs provided or you can
The Farm Club
Where: Courtyard
choose to watch the action of the rides from the
Part of the fun of a Trevornick holiday is
outdoor patio.
wandering up to the Farm Club after a hard
and cold drinks are served. There’s a lot of indoor
day on the beach, and letting us put on a show.
Food and Drink
Daisy’s Ice Cream Parlour
Where: Fun Park
There’s nightly entertainment including live
New for 2014, Daisy’s Ice Cream Parlour serves
magicians and hypnotists to name but a few.
locally produced ice-cream, succulent sorbets
With free WiFi and a relaxed, family friendly
and refreshing frozen yogurts all served with the
atmosphere, it’s truly a venue for everyone.
finest fruits and confectionery. The milkshakes
are a must; the only question is which flavour
With a wide range of on-site food and
drink venues, there something to tickle
everyone’s tastebuds at Trevornick.
quality ingredients and flair to create simple,
and topping to choose?
uncomplicated food with a distinctively British
an impressive new interior that’s just a little bit
Woody’s
Where: Golf Club
Fodders
Where: Courtyard
special. This is food how it should be.
With stunning views of the Gull Rocks and
Fodders is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
the breath-taking Atlantic Ocean backdrop,
There’s nothing we enjoy more at Trevornick
with daily specials and free WiFi.
Woody’s bar and restaurant offers a laid back
edge. It’s relaxed but surprisingly good – with
and relaxed dining experience. Our in house chef
than a well cooked meal, served in comfortable
Farm Shop
Where: Courtyard
has designed a mouth-watering menu focused
is why we’re delighted to announce that, new
for 2014, we have launched Fodders, a new
Our Farm Shop offers a fantastic range of freshly
to West Country premier meats straight from the
dining venue in the heart of The Courtyard. Our
prepared food, essential groceries, toys, books
grill. All food is made fresh to order and there’s a
new menus combine the skills of our chefs with
and games, wine and beer just a short stroll from
daily specials board too.
surroundings with a fun, laid-back vibe. This
on locally sourced produce from fresh seafood
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music, tribute acts, fancy dress party nights,
For most people, the words
‘clotted cream’ conjure up
just one single image: that of
a classic Cornish cream tea.
A Cornish
food affair...
Rodda’s Proper Cornish Scones
knead gently until it forms a smooth, soft dough.
When serving your cream tea don’t forget to do
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees /Gas Mark 6.
it the Cornish way, jam first and then clotted
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface
cream! Time: 20 minutes, Makes: 12
to 2.5 cm thick and cut into rounds with a
5cm cutter. Place on a baking tray lined with
500g plain flour
15g baking powder
pinch of salt
100g caster sugar
100g diced butter
250ml milk
parchment paper.
For the egg wash, mix ingredients together in
a small bowl and brush the tops of the scones
Sieve flour, baking powder, sugar and salt into
twice.
a bowl. Using just your fingertips, rub the butter
into the flour until it is no longer visible.
Bake in the oven for approximately 15 minutes.
Do not over-bake them or they will be dry.
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Add the milk and mix well. Once it starts to come
Serve them warm with Cornish clotted cream
together, turn out on to a lightly floured surface and
and strawberry jam.
Look good
and feel great
It’s Cornwall at the of heart of everything we do
There’s no doubt about it, we all feel
healthier by the sea. And it’s true; the
sea really does offer natural health
benefits and other health-giving
elements which can help to rejuvenate
our body, mind and soul.
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Wonderfully relaxing massages are performed
with professional products and treatments by
Eve Taylor. Widely regarded as the pioneer of
modern aromatherapy, Eve Taylor products
contain only pure natural essential oils to both
enhance and improve the overall wellbeing of a
person. Each formulation is crafted to stimulate
Whether it’s the salty sea air blowing in from
the senses and invigorate the skin for excellent
the Atlantic and permeating our lungs with
results.
its healthy negative ions, or the sound of the
crashing waves lulling our brains into a deeply
Complete the package with beautiful hands
relaxed state, or maybe it's the affect the sun
and feet by OPI. Available from our spa expert,
plays on our endocrine system, or perhaps it’s
OPI products have revolutionised the nail
a combination of all. Whatever the scientific
care industry with its dedicated approach to
explanations are, it’s true that being beside the
professional beauty, innovation and quality. The
seaside helps to remove all the distractions that
result is fashionable and well-groomed nails!
fill up your head, leaving you to relax, breathe
deeply and feel at one with yourself. Nature in
her beauty and abundance allows relaxation and
active meditation, and to help instil this sense
of peace and well-being we offer our very own
slice of heaven in the form of the Tranquility Spa.
Situated within Trevornick’s immaculate
grounds the Tranquility Spa has been designed to
complement the sense of relaxation that comes
from staying in the great outdoors. The perfect
accompaniment to your holiday, the Tranquility
Spa offers a wide range of health and beauty
treatments tailored to your needs.
Open 7 Days a Week. Peak Mon to Sat: 9:30am – 5:30pm Sun and Off Peak 10:00am – 4:30pm
TOLGUS MILL, NR REDRUTH, CORNWALL, TR16 4HN
TEL 01209 203 280 | cornwall-gold.com
Free admission and parking
Scan the code
with your
smartphone
and discover
more
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The SW Coast Path encompasses a 630 mile stretch
of breath-taking coastline. With truly inspirational
heritage, geology and scenery along the way, the
SW Coast Path brings stunning new experiences to
everyday walking.
South West
Coast Path
Joke. Known to the locals as
'Polly Joke', the beach was
originally called Porth Lojowek,
meaning 'plant-rich cove'.
Conservation methods used
by the National Trust around
There are many great things
Route Description
Kelsey Head ensure that no
to discover within the natural
Starting from Trevornick ‘s
fewer than 154 different
and built environment of the
Fishing Ponds, take the path
species of plant thrive here
South West Coast Path and
through the Golf Course
today, and in the summer it is a
Trevornick Holiday Park is
leading to the beach. When you
riot of colour.
ideally located to explore the
reach the sand dunes, pick up
Holywell Bay stretch of the
the Coast Path heading north
The headland and the offshore
coastline. This coastline has
across Holywell Beach and
islands are also noteworthy
inspired numerous artists
towards Kelsey Head.
for the colonies of breeding
seabirds including the
and writers, and has been the
setting for many films and TV
Cornish crime writer W. J.
guillemot, shag and razorbill.
shows. Follow the directions
Burley, who was born in
From the back of the beach
below and discover why…
Falmouth, lived in Holywell
take the inland path to Cubert
until his death in 2002. Best
Common – the largest enclosed
known for his detective novels
common in Cornwall. Climb
featuring Charles Wycliffe,
over a stile when you reach the
televised in the mid 1990s,
car park, taking the path to
SUMMARY
Burley won a scholarship to
the right to continue across
A varied walk crossing sand
study zoology at Oxford after
the common.
dunes, cliff tops with an Iron
the Second World War and was
Age cliff castle and maritime
Head of Biology at Newquay
Turn right again after about
heathland. In spring and
Grammar School until he
650 yards to follow the
summer Polly Joke is full of
retired in 1974, by which time
boundary of the golf course to
wildflowers, and in autumn
he was well established as
the kissing gate at the back of
the birds of prey attracted by
a novelist.
the dune system. From here the
Walk - Holywell and
Kelsey Head
path through the sand dunes
the gathering flocks of migrant
START
Trevornick Fishing Ponds
FINISH
Holywell Bay Car Park
LENGTH
3.7 miles (6.0 km)
birds sometimes include a hen
You will cross the extensive
will take you back to Holywell
harrier or maybe a merlin. Polly
dune system before reaching
village and on to the car park
Joke and Holywell are dog
the cliff top. Here look out
friendly beaches.
for seabirds, seals and classic
maritime heathland flowers,
TERRAIN
particularly in spring. You will
Of moderate difficulty, with
also pass the low ramparts of
some steep climbs through the
an Iron Age fort before arriving
sand dunes.
at the hidden beach of Polly
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Local Interest
Kelsey Head
Kelsey Head is a coastal Site
of Special Scientific Interest
SELF CATERING
COTTAGES
The perfect family setting
for a holiday to remember.
(SSSI) between Holywell Bay
Holywell Bay Holy Well
and Porth Joke. Noted for
Holywell Cave can be seen at low tide beneath the southern
its biological interest the
cliffs of Kelsey Head. On entering the cave it is possible to make
site exhibits a wide range of
out some slimy steps leading up a series of pools to a hole in
habitats, including sand dunes,
the roof of the cave. Tinted red and blue, with the edges of the
grassland, herb-rich meadows,
pools encrusted with calcareous deposits formed by water rich
scrub vegetation and intertidal
in minerals dripping from above. The cave was seized upon by
habitats. The particularly
Victorian Romantics as the holy well after which the bay
unusual and beautiful silver-
was named.
studded blue butterfly has been
seen at Kelsey Head, and the
stripe-winged grasshopper
spotted here is one of only
three sightings in Devon and
Cornwall in recent years.
The site contains the
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earthwork remains of an Iron
Age cliff castle and annexe.
Sharks, Seals and Dolphins
The cliff castle site measures
The seas around the southwest peninsula are a favoured feeding
approximately 170m by
ground of the basking shark, which in summer will venture into
160m. The ramparts on the
waters within sight of the shore. A gentle giant and the largest fish
promontory neck are of earth
to be found in the coastal waters of the British Isles, it measures
and stone, incorporating
up to 12 meters. In inshore waters the bottlenose dolphin, common
natural rock outcrops and form
dolphin and harbour porpoise are frequent visitors and grey seals
a curving L shape.
are frequently seen along the north coast of the peninsula.
Follow us on
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5
6 Any birds or butterflies? What did
Any wildflowers?
you see?
What colours were they?
I Spy Nature
(hint: check out the wildflowers behind the
sports field!)
Nature is a special thing. This world is overflowing with exciting displays of
nature, both large and small and our aim is to help you enjoy the freedom
of the outdoors and to help you make the most of our environment with
memories you can keep forever.
Can you spy...
1 The Holy Well?
Where was it and what did you find there?
3 Anything living in the Rockpools?
What did you find?
(hint: use our guide on the next few pages!)
Cut out
and Keep...
This space is yours to capture the
environment as you see it. How
about a drawing of the Gull Rocks
from the beach, or maybe the sunset
across the bay?
2 An evening sunset?
What colours could you see?
4 Three different types of trees?
Which ones did you see?
What have I done
on my holiday…
...that excited me?
Don’t forget to share your findings #EyeSpyNature.
...that I’d like to try again
...that made me smile?
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Mussels
Rock Pool
Guide
Rockpools and rocky shores support a wealth of
marine biodiversity which is accessible to everyone.
Here is some more information about a few of the
most common species, to start you off on your
rockpooling adventure.
Periwinkles
covered in water even when
will even rip another hermit
the tide goes out. Like the
crab out of a shell if they want
beadlet anemone they use
it enough.
their stinging cells to catch
their prey. Although the
sufficient to harm humans,
Periwinkles are grazing
some people with sensitive
These animals like areas of
herbivores, most of them
skin may get a rash, so it’s best
rapid water movement and
eating microscopic seaweed
not to touch the tentacles.
there you will find them in
(invisible to the naked eye).
abundance. They are filter
They are found at all levels of
feeders and when the tide
the shore.
Edible Crab
slightly to allow water and
brown or orange. They grow
Beadlet Anemone
to about 10cm across the
which they use to drill a hole
food to pass through. Mussels
carapace (shell). Like most
in the shell of a mussel, limpet
attach themselves to the rock
crustaceans they have to
or barnacle. When they have
using strong threads, called
moult their shell every so
drilled a hole through the
byssus threads.
shell, they use acidic liquid to
dissolve the body of the animal
Cushion Starfish
These are an orange / brown
often as they grow bigger. This
colour and look like a pasty
usually happens about 4 times
with their crimped edge. They
in the first year alone.
inside. They can then ‘suck’ up
These are usually red but can
are difficult to spot as they
Although it doesn’t look like
their meal. This process takes
be green or brown. They look
often wedge themselves into
it, these animals are related
a long time (hours or days
like blobs of jelly when the
a crevice. They have very
to prawns and crabs. When
depending on what is being
tide is out but extend their
large pincers which they use
the tide comes in they open a
eaten) and so they may get
tentacles out when the tide
to crush and eat mussels and
‘trapdoor’ at the top of their
washed off in the tide before
comes back in. The tentacles
marine snails.
shell and stick their feathery
they are able to get their meal.
can then move the food to
their mouth in the centre.
legs out into the water to catch
particles of food which float
These are very common and
are usually green but can be
comes in, they will open
Barnacles
Shore Crabs
sting of the anemones is not
Common Prawns
Hermit Crab
Limpets
Snakelocks Anemone
past.
These can be very difficult to
Prawns are see-through when
spot as they are very small,
in the rockpools and this helps
only a few centimetres across.
them to be able to blend into
These common creatures can
They may be found hiding in
their surroundings more easily
live up to 20 years and are very
seaweed or underneath stones
This crab is the only one not to
and not get eaten. Their eyes
important for the ecology of
on the lower shore (near the
have its own shell. They live in
are on the top of their heads so
the seashore. They slide around
sea at low tide). Underneath
These beautiful anemones
the empty shells of dog whelks,
they have better vision to see
when the tide is in scraping
their legs are lots of tiny sucker
cannot retract their tentacles
topshells or periwinkles. As
if they are under threat. They
This is a carnivorous animal
seaweed off the rocks with
feet, which can be damaged if
and so are usually found in
they grow larger they need to
have two sets of legs, one for
that has a ‘drill’ like tongue
their rough tongue.
handled.
rockpools where they remain
find new shells to live in and
walking and one for swimming.
Dog Whelk
Tick the boxes as you go!
Don’t forget to share your findings #EyeSpyNature.
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FABULOUS
INDOOR & OUTDOOR
FUN POOLS
where wetter is better, whatever the weather
Our Responsibility
Visitors and locals alike love
the Eden Project that have
Follow the Countryside Code
Cornwall for its wild and
highlighted a collective desire
- Protect, respect and enjoy:
rugged coast and countryside,
and determination to protect
look after plants and animals;
its wildlife, its ancient
our region’s valuable resources,
take litter away; leave gates
heritage and traditional
but on the smaller scale there’s
and property as you find them;
local communities... the list
a number of things that you as
keep dogs under close control;
goes on. But on the face of it,
a visitor can do to help keep
and consider other people
doesn’t this present us with an
Cornwall clean and green too.
and users when visiting the
countryside. And enjoy!
awkward dilemma? As more
and holiday here, aren’t we in
BE A RESPONSIBLE
VISITOR:
RECYCLING
danger of placing increasing
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Refuse
At Trevornick we recycle glass,
pressure on the very things
packaging and bags you
plastic, metal, paper and card.
that attracted us in the first
don't need and use recycling
Please help the environment
place? Well, not necessarily
banks. Please help us to keep
by recycling whilst you are on
- as long as we do as much
Cornwall free from litter and
holiday.
as we can to make a positive
environmental damage. Get
impact on this unique and
out of the car!! Walking, cycling
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
FROM 11.00AM TO 6.00PM
beautiful corner of the UK.
and riding are great ways to
An extensive network of bus
see the area without adding
services is run by a number of
INFORMATION HOTLINE
It started quietly, but the drive
to traffic. Try exploring near to
operators in Cornwall. The bus
01637 870711
towards sustainable living and
where you are staying.
stop is located right outside
gathering pace for some years,
Stay Local, Eat Local, Buy
information is available from
On the A392 at Hendra Holiday
Park, Newquay. TR8 4NY
and these days, it’s pretty hard
Local, See Local. Visit farmers
Reception.
to ignore. There’s a number
markets, farm shops, village
of large-scale projects like
stores, pubs and cafes.
and more of us choose to live
LOTS OF FUN
THERE’S SO MUCH TO DO
30 Metre Pool
Fountains
Geyser
Air Lounger
River Rapid Ride
Waterfall
Toddlers’ Area
Toddlers’ Slide
Giant Tap
Birthday Parties
SAFE SPLASHY FUN
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
SAVE up to £4.00
Present this voucher at the Oasis Fun Pools
to recieve £1 per person off the standard
admission price.
Maximum 4 people per voucher. Voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any
other offer or discount. Photocopies not accepted. Height and age restrictions apply,
please see website for further information. Valid until 2nd November 2014.
Fun Pools
OPEN DAILY
28TH MARCH - 2ND NOVEMBER
E-mail: [email protected]
Oasis Tel: 01637 875778
www.oasis-hendra.co.uk
tourism in Cornwall has been
our entrance. Timetable
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2014 Breaks
and Offers
First timer or a seasoned Trevornick-er
we’ve got the pitch for you.
How to Book
Full Break and Offer
Terms and Conditions
are available on
our website.
Your Stay, Your Way
a Trevornick holiday, with
Half Term Break 7nts from £179
per pitch
everything from short breaks
Make the most of your time
trevornick.co.uk
to longer stays; you can find
together with a Half Term
the perfect fit for you.
break from just £179 for
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seven nights camping for
breaks for more information.
up to 6 people.
Rebooking Offer
24 – 30 May 2014.
Rebook your 2015 holiday
It’s never been easier for you
and your family to experience
Easter Special 7nts from £99 per pitch
holiday online at www.
OFFERS
whilst staying with us and
Call 0843 453 5531
or book online at
www.trevornick.co.uk
you can save £££s. Pop up to
Reception during your stay
£99 for seven nights camping
with full entertainment, for up
Holywell Bay and the
to 6 people. 10 – 24 April 2014.
surrounding area are perfect
Late Summer
Return Saver
for an adventure break. Only
If you have stayed with us
available on selected dates.
break at Trevornick from just
Planning a holiday is always exciting, but you may
have some special requirements you would like to
discuss with us prior to booking. You can contact
our friendly team for first-hand knowledge
and advice – from the best pegs to use to the
complete ins and outs of our Eurotents.
Create your own special
Outdoor Adventure
Weekends - 2nts plus
activities from £75pp
Enjoy an egg-cellent Easter
97% of our
customers
said that they
would happily
recommend us
to a friend
and we’ll show you how!
You will need the following
information to hand:
Holywell Bay Fun Park
for a min. of 7 nights in 2014,
Your preferred holiday dates
Holywell Bay Golf Club
come back for a week from
Your tent or caravan sizes
Discounted Weekly Passes Available
30th Aug to 13th Sept 2014 for
Full names for all party members
half price.
Children’s date of birth
Fishing Lakes
Contact details
Discounted Weekly Passes Available
A Week is
Never Enough
Payment details (please note a 2% cc charge will
four-night midweek Eurotent
Pre-School MiniBreaks 3nt Eurotent
breaks from £142 +
£50 deposit
be made on all credit card payments). There is no
Holiday Cancellation Insurance
glamping breaks are the
Big adventures for little kids
Book any two consecutive
charge for payments made by debit card.
Available at time of booking.
perfect chance to unwind
at Trevornick. Stay in one of
weeks between 31 May – 25
and experience the
our spacious, pre-pitched
July or 30 August – 13 Sept
Optional extras are available at time of booking
For our full Tariff, see our website.
excitement of camping
Eurotents and get free Fun
and get the cheapest week
– please ask us for more details!
www.trevornick.co.uk
without the camping gear.
Park passes for under 5s!
half price!
3 or 4 Night Glamping
Mini Breaks - 3nts in a
Eurotent from £142 +
£50 deposit
Our three-night weekend and
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Discounted Weekly Passes Available
RETURN ADDRESS:
Trevornick Holiday Park, Holywell Bay, Cornwall TR8 5PW
Book online at
www.trevornick.co.uk
or contact us...
Trevornick Holiday Park, Holywell Bay, Cornwall TR8 5PW
Telephone: 01637 830531 Fax: 01637 831000 Email: [email protected]