St. Margaret’s is ideally situated for exploring all that Cornwall has to offer whether by car, bicycle or on foot. There are numerous hidden coves and unspoilt beaches to discover on both north and south Cornish coasts with beautiful sandy beaches just a few minutes drive away. There are outstanding stretches of coastal paths and interesting inland areas of beauty and heritage to explore.

Spring is a beautiful time in Cornwall with the country lanes abundant in colourful wild flowers and the National Trust and other large gardens are at their best with magnificent magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias. The nearby The Lost Gardens of Heligan with its sub tropical valley gardens and The Eden Project with its gigantic biomes offer a fascinating insight into the world of plant life.

Bicycles can be hired to ride the nearby Pentewan Valley Cycle Trail. The beaches of Porthpean, Pentewan, Gorran Haven and Caerhayes are within 10 miles of the park. Cornwall has many golf courses, there are three excellent eighteen-hole courses in St. Austell, each with a driving range, and the nearest is only 400 yards away. Watersports, Fishing and riding facilities are all available nearby.

The beautiful fishing village of Mavagissey is just 5 miles from St Margaret's. The lovely Roseland area is easily reached, as are the ports of Charlestown, Fowey and looe.