Crackington Haven is a lovely little bay sheltered by the cliffs of Pencannow (north) and the headland of Cambeak (south). Originally it was a small port that imported both coal and limestone and exported slate but now a day is a popular little beach with locals and visitors a like. The sandy beach is ideal for sunbathers, swimmers, surfers and children rock pooling providing a lovely little sun break in the breathtaking north of Cornwall.

The magnificent cliffs on either side of the beach are owned by the National Trust, with plenty of scope for walking, both on the South-West Peninsula coastal footpath and through the wooded valleys. The views from the top are amazing and standing on the top of Penkenna you can see right across to both Widemouth and Bude. Points of the footpaths on the cliffs are the highest in England with interesting coves scattered between. Heading north along the top of Penkenna you will also find St Genny's church in the little hamlet of Churchtown (400ft above sea level).