History of Harlyn House
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…
Cornwall’s hidden miner’s bathing pools
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…
Activity weekends in Padstow to suit every taste
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,…
Five off the beaten track places on the Lizard Peninsula
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…
Days out with the kids in North Cornwall – Summer 2023
From lazy days on the beach to long coastal walks, there are countless ways to fill your days in North Cornwall. But if you visit with children, sometimes you need something a little more structured where the whole family is…
Cornwall’s Lighthouses
The history of Cornwall’s nine lighthouses reflects the county’s enduring relationship with the sea and features a cast of men who have attempted to control it, make money from it or simply survive it. Trevose Head West of Padstow, perched…
Wildlife watching boat trips in Cornwall
Discover Cornwall’s miles and miles of untouched coastline is one of the joys of visiting the region and what better way of seeing it than from the water!? Then add in the chance of seeing some of the incredible wildlife…
Poldark’s Cornwall
Discovering the real Cornwall of Ross Poldark can be a complicated business. Much of the action featured in Winston Graham’s hugely popular series of novels takes place in real Cornish locations, but book onto one of the many organised Poldark…
Beautiful boat trips in Cornwall
During the summer numerous ferries and boat tours crisscrossing Cornwall’s beautiful waterways. These trips allow you to discover the county in a relaxed way. And give you access to some of its most delightfully peaceful hidden corners. So here is…
Instagram worthy places to take photos in North Cornwall
You don’t have to look far to find an inspirational view or a quintessentially Cornish scene when you visit the north of the county. But with #Cornwall now hosting over 9 million posts on Instagram, how can you make sure…