Close to the small town of Lostwithiel stands the ancient castle of Restormel. This majestic ring of stone is one of Cornwall’s most visited and best loved fortifications because of its peaceful setting and atmospheric ruins. Today the elegant remains…
If you’ve ever visited north Cornwall, the A39 road will already be well known to you. Some who visit over the summer might remember it for traffic jams, over-eager local drivers and signs reminding you of its reputation as one…
Tater Du Lighthouse, not far from Lamorna Cove, is Cornwall’s newest lighthouse and was the first in the UK to be fully automatic with no need for a keeper. When it was completed by Trinity House in June 1965 Tater…
Tintagel has become synonymous with the legends of King Arthur but beyond the famous clifftop castle, the much-photographed statue of the mythical man himself, merlin’s cave and the themed gift-shops there is another building in the village that truly celebrates…
If escaping the crowds is your goal this summer then we have some amazing ideas for you! We’ve got you covered if you are heading for the wilds of Bodmin Moor or the mysterious landscapes of the Lizard or of…
The ancient manor called Harlyn House, now a luxury hotel and restaurant called The Pig, was once the seat of the Tregewe family who lived there from at least the mid 15th century onwards. The family were local MPs, sheriffs…
Wild swimming is becoming increasingly popular as the benefits of being in nature and immersing yourself in refreshing salt sea water become better known and understood. And fortunately for us as well as the numerous wonderful beaches around the coast…
A visit to Padstow is about so much more than just a trip to the beach and some fancy fish and chips. People travel here from far and wide to indulge their passions, whether they be sporty, arty, foody or,…
The Lizard, the most southerly point on mainland Britain, is often considered to be one of Cornwall’s lesser known and least explored regions. As a consequence there are still many wonderful places very much off the regular tourist trail just…