After a refreshing beach or coastal walk in Cornwall, nothing beats warming up with a tasty roast dinner. Luckily there are several places in the local area that serve up great roasts, so here’s a round-up of where to get the best roasts in and around Perranporth in Cornwall.
The Peterville Inn
St Agnes
In the heart of St Agnes village, just 10 minutes’ walk from Trevaunance Cove, The Peterville Inn offers the warmest Cornish welcome. Serving modern dining, showcasing local produce with a great selection of drinks and cocktails! With a wood fire and a cosy traditional feel, it’s the ideal spot for a delicious sunday roast, after exploring this quaint corner of Cornwall, the Davidstow-topped cauliflower cheese is a highlight!
No4 Breakfast and Bistro
Perranporth
Tucked away behind a quaint leafy garden is No4 Breakfast and Bistro, moments from the beach and a two-minute stroll from the coast path, it is a hidden gem in the heart of Perranporth. Strap on your walking boots and wander along the South West Coast Path, and as you head back down to the beach, a tempting roast will be waiting! Crisp pork belly, braised beef, or a flavour-packed wild mushroom roast broccoli, spinach, and pine nut wellington, are served up with all the trimmings. With the beach on your doorstep, a post-roast walk along the sand is a must!
Bolingey Inn
Bolingey (Perranporth)
Another wonderfully traditional Cornish Inn, the 17th Century Bolingey Inn is situated in the picturesque hamlet of the same name, one mile from Perranporth. Serving a hearty homecooked menu, cooked to order, the Sunday roasts come highly recommended, and are most welcome after a rejuvenating walk around Perranporth.
Lewinnick Lodge
Newquay
Perched on Pentire headland in Newquay, Lewinnick Lodge is a beautiful contemporary restaurant with stunning panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy Sunday roast topside of beef, pork loin, lamb leg or nut roast with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables while listening to the sound of the sea and watching the waves.
Miners Arms
Mithian (St Agnes)
A traditional Cornish pub, The Miners Arms in Mithian dates from the 16th Century and boasts low ceilings, real beams, and roaring open fires. The perfect place to relax and enjoy a lazy Sunday; sit back and tuck in to a traditional Sunday roast made with quality Cornish produce and served by friendly and efficient staff. Also offering a separate vegan menu, there is something for everyone… just keep an eye out for the reported ghostly figures that have been spotted in this ancient smuggler’s lair!
The Seiners Arms
Perranporth
A warm, friendly and traditional Cornish pub and restaurant, The Seiners is located at the edge of Perranporth beach with outstanding views, and at high tide the sea comes right up alongside the length of the building! Serving a locally sourced, freshly prepared menu, The Seiners dish up delicious steaming roasts on a Sunday.
Oceanside
Newquay
A cool, coastal hotel overlooking the golf course and Fistral beach in Newquay. Oceanside offers a relaxed, laid-back vibe, whilst serving up mouthwatering platters of pork lion, slow cooked beef or vegetarian ballotine, topped with yorkshire puddings and served with seasonal vegetables and ‘proper’ gravy. After a day out in Newquay, a walk around the magnificent coastline, sea swim or surf, it’s the best spot in town for chilling out and tucking into to a hearty roast.
The Victoria Inn
Threemilestone
In the heart of Threemilestone village, three miles from the cathedral city of Truro, The Victoria Inn offers a hearty Sunday carvery, from traditional beef, pork and gammon, to a nut roast and vegan option. Spoilt for choice and known as one of the best carveries in Cornwall!
If you fancy making a day of it and heading out of Perranporth to explore more, here are few of our favourite spots that are a little further afield, still serving the best roasts in Cornwall.
The Heron Inn
Malpas, near Truro
Overlooking the water, where Truro and Tresillian river meets the River Fal, The Heron in is a well-loved gastropub. Take a stroll along the picturesque riverside, or explore the nearby cobbled lanes that wrap around the majestic Truro Cathedral before stopping for a delectable Sunday roast! Beef, pork or lamb can be sampled alongside steamed seasonal veg and cauliflower cheese, before indulging in a heavenly dessert.
St Kew Inn
St Kew
Further up the north Cornwall coast is the ivy-clad St Kew Inn, renowned for its locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavours, all cooked on an open fire. With a roaring fire, selection of hearty ales and cosy, relaxed atmosphere it is the perfect pitstop after spending a day in historic Wadebridge, exploring the nearby coastline from Padstow to Polzeath or cycling the beautiful Camel Trail.
The Longstore
Charlestown and Truro
Renowned for their succulent steaks and fresh seafood, The Longstore can be found in the heart of Truro and along the harbourside in historic Charlestown. Whichever location you choose, you’re in for a treat! Hearty roasts feature low and slow cooked Cornish beef, pork belly with crackling or tender lamb rump, served with seasonal greens, roast root veg, swede and carrot mash, garlic and rosemary roasties, a cauliflower cheese, yorkshire pudding, stuffing and a rich red wine gravy! For vegetarians, tuck into a lentil and mixed nut roast with a veggie gravy and the same delicious trimmings.
If you fancy a weekend of coastal walks followed by a Sunday roast in Cornwall, look no further and check our self-catering properties in Perranporth here.
