UK’s most popular holiday destination has world-class beaches, great pubs and TV-famous attractions

When it comes to holidays in the UK, Cornwall really does have it all.

This county – tucked away in the very south west of the country – offers jaw-dropping scenery, great food and drink, fascinating history and bucket-and-spade bliss.

With castles, forests and beaches for days, it’s the ultimate staycation destination.

So the hardest question on your upcoming £9.50 Holiday will be: where to visit first?

If you’re a foodie, you’ll be in for a treat.

Cornwall is known for its seafood, and there are many places to enjoy it, whether from a locals’ favourite chippy, traditional pub or a sea view restaurant with a modern menu.

If you’re indulging in a cream tea, be sure to eat them local-style (spreading jam before cream) - with in Falmouth, near Bodmin and in Gwithian all rated highly for theirs.

Of course, no trip to Cornwall (or “Kernow” as it’s known locally) would be complete without chomping on a pasty, traditionally filled with beef, veg and gravy.

For 17th-century Cornish miners, the thick crusts were a means of holding the pasty without contaminating the meal with dirty hands, although these days there’s no need to leave the crust for the “Knockers” (cheeky spirits of the mines). 

in Looe,n St Agnes and in Helston all attract queues outside because theirs are so good.

You can learn more about Cornwall’s mining history, and much more, during your trip, such as the along the 'Tin Coast', where the 1840s beam engine can still be seen in action on certain days, or - which featured regularly in Poldark.

As well as museums and galleries located close to Cornwall’s holiday parks, the coast is dotted with historic attractions from throughout the centuries.

Whether you’re keen to explore linked to King Arthur or the island fortress – now one of Cornwall’s signature landmarks – there are enough options to keep any history buff entertained throughout your holiday.

As well as historic sites, you’ll never be far from a natural attraction, from lesser-known but totally stunning waterfalls to swimming pools that are naturally created by the sea – and accessible only at low tide.