Must-see nightlife in Cornwall

  • Napoleon

    The Atlantic Highway

    In the upper part of the village, this whitewashed inn is a cosy place for a pint. It retains much of its period atmosphere, with fittings from open…

  • Seven Stars

    South Cornwall

    This is where the locals hang out in Flushing, a traditional village pub with benches on the street, an open log fire and plenty of beers on tap. Pub…

  • Cobweb

    The Atlantic Highway

    The local's choice, a short walk from the harbour, with a couple of open fires and a friendly atmosphere. It's freehold, so there's a good selection of…

  • Blisland Inn

    East Cornwall

    Popular ale-drinker's pub, with toby jugs, vintage photos and beer mats adorning the walls, and at least six ales and a local scrumpy on tap. Basic pub…

  • London Inn

    North Cornwall

    In business since 1803, this quaint old boozer is a reliable pint stop, with St Austell ales on tap. Old rudders, ships' wheels and even a croc's head…

  • Hub

    St Ives

    The open-plan Hub is the heart of St Ives' (admittedly limited) nightlife: coffee and burgers by day, cocktails after dark and a great location on the…

  • Central

    North Cornwall

    As its name suggests, this pub is right in the middle of town, and is usually packed at weekends. There's a large streetside patio for al fresco drinking.

  • Sanctuary

    South Cornwall

    Classy little wine bar that serves several vintages by the glass, and also holds regular film screenings.

  • Chy

    North Cornwall

    One of Newquay's longest-running bars, in a central location on the road leading down to Towan Beach. The action continues till late at the Koola…