Touchwood Cider

Apples and artisanal cider-making take centre stage at this small-scale operation just outside Saint Agnes. Touchwood Cider crafts their drinks using traditional methods, and while it's not a grand visitor attraction with bells and whistles, it's a proper working cidery where you can taste the results of their labour. The focus here is firmly on quality rather than quantity - expect to sample ciders that actually taste of the fruit they're made from rather than industrial sweetness.

Cider enthusiasts and anyone interested in traditional Cornish food production will find plenty to appreciate. This isn't really one for families with young children unless they're particularly patient - it's more about slow appreciation than entertainment. The tasting experience feels authentic, which is refreshing in a world of overly polished visitor centres.

Location-wise, it works well if you're staying at nearby Trevarth Holiday Park or Perran View Holiday Park, both within a couple of miles. Saint Agnes itself is worth exploring, and the coastal walks around this part of Cornwall are excellent. Allow an hour or so for a proper tasting session, and it's well worth checking their website or calling ahead to confirm they're open before making the trip.