BLAZE CHURCH NEWQUAY

Blaze Church sits in Porth, just a short drive from Newquay's main beaches and caravan parks. It's a working evangelical church rather than some ancient stone monument - so manage your expectations accordingly. The building itself is modern and functional, reflecting the church's contemporary approach to worship.

This is genuinely useful if you're staying at Caravan Park Newquay or Parkdean Resorts nearby and fancy a Sunday service or midweek gathering. The congregation is welcoming, and you'll find the usual mix of locals and holidaymakers. Services are straightforward without being po-faced about it.

For most holiday visitors - families wanting a quick cultural pit-stop or walkers passing through - it won't hold your attention for long. You're looking at twenty minutes maximum unless you're there for an actual service. If you're keen on Cornwall's religious heritage, you'd be better served by the medieval churches dotted around the county.

Worth knowing: admission is free, naturally. Ring ahead if you're planning to attend a service, as times likely vary. The location works well if you're based at one of the nearby holiday parks and want a proper Sunday morning activity before heading to the beach. It's convenient rather than essential - but convenience matters when you're juggling a family holiday schedule.