Zennor, perched on Cornwall’s rugged north coast, is a small village that feels far removed from the busier tourist spots. Despite its size, it has a timeless charm, with traditional stone cottages and quiet streets (outside of summer season) set against the dramatic moorland and coastal scenery.

A highlight of any visit is the historic parish church, St Senara’s, dating back to the 12th century. Inside, the famous mermaid chair, a carved bench linked to local legend, adds a hint of folklore to the experience.

The village is also a great starting point for walks across the moors or along the coastal path, where wide-open views and the sound of the Atlantic waves make for a refreshing escape. For the adventurous amongst you there is an 8 mile coastal path walk you can take but be warned it is pretty challenging in places so be prepared.

For those arriving by car, there’s a small donation car park next to the Tinners Arms pub, which on my last visit was serving a particularly lovely local stout that you can enjoy next to an open fire.

In this video I start in the village and take the scenic walk down to the beach and back. Unfortunately the tide was in so I wasn’t able to walk down there and eat my lunch while watching the waves break on the shore which is one of my favourite things to do when I visit Zennor.