Stories from the Bay and beyond

Surfers want to see some soul added back into the world of surfing. And Cornwall is leading the way. Join us as we go on a retro tour to see what's afoot.

A centre stop on the UK Pro Surf Tour, a beach that works on most tides and most importantly – warm showers. Here’s why Watergate Bay rocks for surfing.

Quickly becoming a weekend institution with runners all over the country, the nearest run to Watergate Bay is set in the Lanhydrock National Trust estate.

Extreme Academy sponsored surfer Harry Timson and Gul rider Mark Harris tell us how it is - and being local cold water surfers, they should know.

Watergate Bay is all focused around relaxing, playing, eating and socialising but there is also so much to do both close by, and further afield through Cornwall. Here is a list of our top ten things to do whilst you are staying at Watergate.

Kitesurfing is a form of kite boarding that's specific to wave riding. It's the ultimate connection between wind and waves.

SUP - Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Reflexology, new to the Swim Club treatment list is a 60 minute stimulating foot massage to encourage balance, good health and relaxation.

The Face Works is a Swim Club 75 minute facial treatment which cleanses, exfoliates, combines massage and hot and cold stones, a mask and moisturises.

Cornwall's riding high on the crest of a foodie wave with exciting finds to be had all over the county, but especially in North Cornwall.