The Cornish Arms - Pub in Cornwall
Churchtown
St Merryn, Padstow, PL28 8ND, Cornwall
England,
United Kingdom














It could be the blueprint for how a good country inn should be. Come for the exceptional Sunday lunch and the atmosphere - it's unpretentious and authentic, with locals rubbing shoulders with walkers and holiday makers. The food, as expected when Rick Stein is involved, doesn't miss a beat. We're not talking gastropub or fine dining but good honest dishes cooked well – scampi in the basket, rump steak and chips, sticky toffee pudding with clotted cream. The merry bar is where the locals down pints of Tribute – the pub is owned by the St Austell Brewery. There's a wood-burner for winter evenings and a big garden for sunny days. The much missed canine star of Rick's TV shows would have loved a trip here, and no doubt have been thrilled beer on offer – Chalky's Bite.
- Wheelchair access
- Wheelchair access to some public rooms and to wc's.
- Children welcome
- Children of all ages welcome in some public rooms (highchairs not necessarily available).
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available in the bar.
- Public transport
- Within 2 miles of a bus/train station.
- Vegetarian meals
- Good vegetarian options on the menu.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Local points of interest from Rick & Jill Stein:
Local points of interest from
Rick & Jill Stein:
- From quiet coves to golden beaches, there is an abundance of nearby beaches to explore and enjoy.
- Daily boat trips are available from Padstow harbour. Choose from an adventurous day of fishing, an exhilarating speed boat ride or a relaxing cruise out of the estuary.
- Hire a bike from nearby Padstow or Wadebridge and you can enjoy the picturesque camel trail winding along the bank of the estuary up to Wadebride and Camel Valley vineyard beyond.
- Learn how to cook the Rick Stein way and visit our cookery school in Padstow - the perfect combination of hands-on cooking, food and drink.
- Cornwall is home to several outstanding golf courses with St Enodoc visible across the estuary from Padstow and Trevose nestled on the headland down the coast.
- You can’t fail to be impressed by the collection of historic houses in Cornwall, from National Trust properties to private homes there is plenty to see and explore.
Details
Lunch & dinner £9.95-£19.95. Sunday lunch £14.95 (winter only).
Open all day.
Churchtown St Merryn, Padstow, PL28 8ND, Cornwall
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