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  • Things to do in Cornwall with Active Teenagers

    One of the things that we get asked a lot in the Hendra Booking Office and in Reception is: what is there to do in Cornwall for teenagers and older children? 

    It seems like it is a difficult one for all parents, so here are some ideas from us on what to do with all that young energy: 

    Surfing Newquay Activity Centre

    Newquay Activity Centre ticks all of the boxes, offering surf lessons, coasteering, and body boarding. NAC is located right by Newquay’s famous Fistral beach – a perfect place for all things active. 

    St Eval Kart Circuit

    Try St Eval Kart Circuit for a real rush! The Circuit is between Newquay and Padstow and the Karts go at a maximum of 70 miles per hour. You can race around the circuit in all weathers come rain or shine. 

    Stithians Lake and Country Park 

    Stithians Lake and Country Park is near Redruth. 

    There are many exciting activities to pursue; sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, rafting, archery, climbing, multi-activity days and a variety of RYA (Royal Yachting Association) courses. You can cycle or walk around the lake, make use of the children’s play area overlooking the lake or visit Café Nova for light lunches and refreshments. 


    Stithians LakeHigh Five Surf School 

    Formally Reef Surf School, this surf operator runs all throughout the year and all instructors are BSA approved. You can book discounted tickets through Hendra before you arrive! 

    ATV Centre

    The ATV Centre, near Truro, is a quad biking centre where you can ride around a mixed terrain track. All safety equipment is provided, and the circuit is one of the largest in the country. 

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  • Relentless Boardmasters festival tickets go on sale on February 27th

    Relentless Boardmasters is back in Newquay, Cornwall, for 2012 with tickets going on sale on February 27th.

    Fat Boy Slim

    The annual surf and skate festival is from 8th – 12th of August 2012, and attracts over 90,000 fans to celebrate the UK’s longest running surf event at Fistral Beach and music festival at Watergate Bay.

    Last year Hendra Holiday Park hosted an official Skindog Boardmasters Surf Camp, especially for families and couples who like to surf or who are interested in surfing, in partnership with the Skindog Surf School.

    Jack Freestone - Newquay BoardmastersThe festival is one of Cornwall’s biggest events attracting people all over the country, with big music acts headlining each year – so watch this space for the latest news!  Also, Hendra will have some camping deals on closer to the time!

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  • Hendra summer loving!

    We are having a great summer so far! The weather has been mostly dry and we had lots of sunshine last week! In keeping with the summer mood we are having a barbecue and surf camp every Monday and Thursday evening throughout the summer holidays. There will be a chance to eat some burgers, at our already set up communal barbecue (bring your own food) and catch some waves on the FlowRider. There are also picnic tables, prefect for a summer picnic, SkinDog Beer, and Indo Boards to go on, and it is on from 4pm – 8pm.

    This summer we have some fabulous new acts in the Cabaret bar including an illusionist, a hypnotist, live bands in Hendra’s Pizzeria every night, comedians, a Hendra’s Got Talent Competition, and lots more!

    We are having some great reviews on TripAdvisor, so it is good to know that our guests are having a great summer with us too. We love getting feedback, so please write us a review if you have stayed recently and a big thank you to everyone who has left one.

     

    Summer Surf BBQ at Hendra

     

    On the subject on our guests we are also getting more fans of the Hendra Facebook page every day! We now have almost 2500 fans, as we hit the 2000 mark a few months ago. This is great as we get the opportunity to post all our latest news and get your feedback. Hopefully by the end of the year we can reach the 3000 mark!

    We can’t believe August is here already – time certainly does fly! We have some last minute deals left, so soak up summer with us at Hendra!
     

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  • SKINDOG Boardmasters Surf Camp, in Newquay

    Hendra Holiday Park in Newquay is hosting the official Skindog Boardmasters Surf Camp, which is in association with Relentless, from the 8th to the 14th August! 

    It is especially for families and couples who like to surf or who are interested in surfing, in partnership with the Skindog Surf School. Matt Way, Hendra Manager, said: “Hendra provides an ideal base for families and couples who surf or enjoy the Boardmasters events, and prefer a more relaxed camping experience. It’s great to team up with Ben Skinner and the SKINDOG Surf School for our very own Surf Camp for the second year running. Ben will be available to give top surfing tips as well as organising discounted surfing lessons. There will also be a shuttle bus service to and from the park to beaches and events, so campers will be within easy reach of all the Boardmaster’s action!”

    This summer Hendra also has Europe’s only mobile Flowrider, located on the park for the next 6 weeks. It is an exhilarating water-based ride suitable for thrill-seekers of all ages, which means we will be bringing some great waves to you over the Boardmaster’s event and all summer! The Flowrider as well as surf lessons at the UK and European champion’s Skindog surf school are discounted for Hendra guests or you can try both for just £35. You can enjoy this unique and fun experience from as young as 6 years old.

    The FlowRider at Hendra

    Ben Skinner, of Skindog Surf School, said: “Hendra’s surf connection is really great for families. I know how important a good accommodation experience needs to be when you’re on holiday with your family, so this partnership with Hendra is ideal for people to stay at a high end holiday park whilst enjoying the relaxed feel of beach life. The Flowrider is another reason to come to Hendra; I’ve tried out the ride and it is a lot of fun and suits kids and adults of all abilities.”

    Ben a world class pro-surfer and surfboard shaper really enjoyed the camp last year he continued: “I’m looking forward to using the Flowrider, teaching lots of new surfers at the school which is based at Watergate as well as hanging out with the guests at the surf camp after competing at the Boardmasters.”

    For more info on the Surf Camp and Flowrider see our previous blogs and couples' page or call 01637 875778 and quote booking code RBM, for info on Ben Skinner and Skindog Surf School see www.skindogsurfboards.co.uk

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  • Surf at Hendra!

    This summer Hendra’s bringing some of the best waves directly to you! The FlowRider Mobile has arrived at Hendra Holiday Park. It is an exhilarating water-based ride suitable for thrill-seekers of all ages.

     

    FlowRiding

     

    Beginners start on bodyboards and progress to flowboarding (surfing on the flowrider). The wave is constant, so you don’t have to wait around for good surf, and it is a great all weather activity. You can pull off all kinds of different tricks on the flowrider, if you are brave enough to try!

    It is located on Hendra’s sports field and open from 8am to 8pm every day. For information on availability and how to book call: 07527607114 or visit http://www.facebook.com/FlowriderMobile. It is £15 for half an hour and £13.50 for Hendra residents.
     
     
     

     

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  • SKINDOG surf camp returns to Hendra for Boardmasters’ 30th Anniversary

    Hendra will be holding a SKINDOG surf camp in honour of Relentless Boardmasters’ 30th Anniversary, (in Rally field*)! The Festival is on from the 10th – 14th of August. 

    Boardmasters is the biggest surf and music festival in Europe, and this year they celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the surfing competition.

     

    Boardmasters celebrating 30 years

     

    To celebrate the surf festival Hendra’s hosting the SKINDOG surf camp, which offers you the unique experience to camp with like-minded people who are down for Boardmasters. You will also have the opportunity to talk to pro-surfer, Ben Skinner, who will be at Hendra to talk about life as a pro-surfer, as well as some great surfing tips!

    There’s also evening BBQ’s hosted by Pro-surfers, where you will have the opportunity to book surf lessons with the SKINDOG surf school. The board shapers from the surf school will be on hand if you need any advice about buying your own surf board.

    * Families and couples only

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  • Hendra celebrates the Nike Night Surf coming to Newquay

    The Nike Night Surf comes to Newquay next weekend, on the 8th and 9th of July. The event is being held on Newquay’s famous Fistral beach, which is just a mile and half away from Hendra. We are celebrating with some fantastic camping deals for people going to the event.

    This is part of the UK Pro Surf Tour, with 7 categories, prize money up for grabs, and there will be live music throughout.  The event will also feature the UK leg of the ‘6.0 Cash For Tricks’ tour that awards cash for unique and innovative surfing. Click here for a video taster.

     

    Our award winning camping facilities mean you can soak up the excitement of the surf competition and come back to a 5 star family environment, with entertainment passes included. 

    We have longboard Champion, surfboard shaper, big wave rider and legend Ben “SKINDOG” Skinner hanging out at Hendra along with the current English champion and big wave surfer Tom Butler offering some top tips and sharing stories of discovering new waves in Scotland and Ireland. Both of these professional surfers will be competing at the night surf so here is your chance to get close to the action.

    To get 20% off touring and camping for the night surf weekend phone our booking hotline on 01637 875778 and quote promotional code SP2 to our sales team (families and couples only).

     

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