But it's common knowledge that in the summer months, the county is rammed full of travellers jostling for the best sandy spots. Here, blustery beach strolls are rewarded with Cornwall's excellent food scene – head to Padstow for cosy pubs serving up steaming, hearty meals, excellent seafood from the likes of Prawn on the Lawn, or visit The Hidden Hut on Porthcurnick Beach for the best takeaway food to warm up while soaking up those coastal views. For hotel stays, Fowey Hall is the ultimate family-friendly break, or, for a more romantic escape, book into the Scarlet Hotel for dreamy retreats with uninterrupted beach vistas.