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2 Cornwall towns named among Top 10 affordable Valentine's Day getaways in UK

Bude and St Columb Major were Cornwall's representatives on the list for affordable Valentine's Day getaways <i>(Image: Hoseasons/Canva)</i>
Bude and St Columb Major were Cornwall's representatives on the list for affordable Valentine's Day getaways (Image: Hoseasons/Canva)

Two Cornwall towns have been named among the top 10 affordable Valentine's Day getaway locations in the UK for 2023.

St Columb Major and Bude ranked seventh and eighth on the list respectively, which was created by the holiday lettings company Hoseasons.

The top 10 list is based on Hoseasons bookings data for short breaks under £200 per person for a three and four-night stay arriving across the Valentine’s period.

Beverly in East Yorkshire claimed the top spot, with Bovey Tracey in Devon coming in second and Cheddar in Somerset placing third.

Falmouth Packet: Cornwall had two representatives on the list for affordable Valentine's Day getaways in the UK
Falmouth Packet: Cornwall had two representatives on the list for affordable Valentine's Day getaways in the UK

Cornwall had two representatives on the list for affordable Valentine's Day getaways in the UK (Image: Canva)

What do St Columb Major and Bude have to offer?

Discussing St Columb Major Hoseasons said: "Between Wadebridge and Newquay, is the large village St Columb Major. Providing shops and other amenities to the local area, the village has some fine old houses and its pub, the Ring O'Bells, offers a range of ales as well as food in its restaurant.

"Each year this is one of only two remaining places which practice Hurling the Silver Ball, an ancient game which was once common throughout the county and played on Shrove Tuesday, the other being St Ives."

One place Hoseasons recommended staying at in St Columb Major for a Valentine's Day getaway was the Merlin Lodge.

Falmouth Packet: One of the Merlin Lodge holiday homes
Falmouth Packet: One of the Merlin Lodge holiday homes

One of the Merlin Lodge holiday homes (Image: Hoseasons)

It features spacious bedrooms, an open plan living area and an outdoor decking area complete with garden furniture, which is "perfect for a group couples getaway".

Meanwhile, when discussing Bude they said: "Located in north Cornwall, Bude is large enough to provide a good range of facilities with a choice of accommodation, shops, restaurants and sports facilities, yet it is small enough to retain its Cornish charm.

"The nightlife is also quiet and relaxed. The area has a laid-back charm that is traditional in a cherished way. There are many independently owned shops and restaurants for you to explore, with family-run businesses creating a strong ethos in the town.

"There is something for everyone including a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities - from sports centres, soft play areas and stately homes to fishing, cycling, golf, surfing and other water sports. Bude has plenty to suit all ages, interests or backgrounds."

Falmouth Packet: A room at the Sandymouth Holiday Resort
Falmouth Packet: A room at the Sandymouth Holiday Resort

A room at the Sandymouth Holiday Resort (Image: Hoseasons)

The place that Hoseasons recommends to stay for a Valentine's Day getaway is the Sandymouth Holiday Resort.

They said: "Unwind in a spacious holiday home with a contemporary dining area, fully equipped kitchen and spectacular sea views."

That's without mentioning the indoor heated pool on site, along with the general selling point of being near Bude where you can enjoy walks around the town and coastal path.