The Camel Trail
Things To Do/Visit/See
First you need to book your bikes for the Camel Trail!
No trip to the Camel Trail would be complete without a bike ride. We’ve been hiring bikes on the Camel Trail for over 40 years and we still love it!
We have bikes for everyone, young, old, less mobile and even the family dog!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Free! Picnics, Parks & Playgrounds
There are picnic spots galore along the trail in all directions. From disused platforms to picnic benches and hidden beaches at low tide. Just make sure you leave everything as you found it and take your rubbish with you. There are bins at the end of every major section of the Camel Trail.
Wadebridge has a large park within easy reach of the trail extending across both sides of the river. With lots of space to run off any extra energy there’s also lots of climbing and exploring spaces for youngsters.
There’s a smaller park as you come off the trail in Bodmin. Padstow has a small park, just up the hill as you leave the carpark, next to the library.
Places To Eat
Always one of the most important things to think about when planning your adventures!
We are very lucky to have so many delicious places serving wonderful food all around the Camel Trail. I’ve split them into sections to help you.
Wadebridge To Wenford Bridge
Open seasonally The Camel Trail Tea Garden is well known for their delicious food, especially their cream teas, they serve a lovely variety of lunches and cakes and some nice local drinks too.
The Borough Arms. A St Austell Brewery Pub which is very friendly and welcoming to all, including the dog. It has a great play area for the kids and plenty of space to leave the bikes while you enjoy some refreshments.
Snails Pace Cafe. At the end of the trail at Wenfordbridge. Only open seasonally so a good idea to check before you go all the way in hope of a cup of tea, delicious cake or lovely lunch! They also hold pop-up evenings which tie in well with our evening rides!
Wadebridge
The Stepping Stone A hidden gem in the heart of Wadebridge run by Ryan and Trudi, serving amazing food.
The Molesworth Arms A popular food pub and you can also stay here, choose from 18 en-suite rooms, right in the heart of Wadebridge.
Padstow
If you love an english breakfast you’ll have to visit Dad’s favourite, Ben’s Crib Box. You’ll find him in the car park next to the bus park and council office.
Cherry Trees is renown in our house for their incredible cakes and lunches. An absolute must for visitors to Padstow, they have a small cafe on the Harbour and a slightly larger one around the back.
Places to visit
Bodmin Moor
If you get to the Wenford or Helland Bridge a hike up the hill will take you onto Bodmin Moor where you can explore St Breward & Blisland, both with lovely pubs!
Bodmin Jail
Recently renovated, this isn’t for the faint hearted and they offer a number of adventures just for adults! Scare yourselves silly with a bit of history before you cycle home.
Padstow
Sealife Safaris is a family favourite and something we always take friends on. A true wildlife adventure.
Miniature Golf. A fun half hour or more with great views over Padstow
Why not walk along the coast a little to discover Tregirls Beach with views out over the estuary to Rock, Daymer and you might see a hint of Polzeath.
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Places To Stay Nearby
The Olde House. One of my favourite places to take kids. Amazing accommodation, beautiful pool and baby animals!
