Cornwall’s literary heritage is probably best known for two authors, whose work and influence we’ve already explored on this blog – Daphne du Maurier, author of Rebecca, and Winston Graham, author of Poldark. But the region has also been home…
Think about extreme coastal sports and you might imagine veteran surfers throwing themselves into thirty foot waves or teenagers ‘tombstoning’ from the nearest piece of jagged headland. But there’s another way of experiencing the thrilling power of Cornwall’s seas. One…
It may surprise some visitors and locals alike to learn that there are actually more than 70 museums in Cornwall. From art and technology to mining and witchcraft, for the curious these wonderful resources are just ready and waiting to…
Padstow has a well-established and enduring connection to Christianity and its early saints. The original settlement here at the entrance to the River Camel was founded by St Petroc and there is a holy well known as St George’s on…
With its dramatic landscapes and stunning golden beaches, Cornwall offers photographers endless opportunities for capturing that perfect snap to share with family, or make friends jealous on social media. But as we discovered in our previous blog, Capturing your Cornish…
One of the things visitors love most about Padstow is its proximity to a wide variety of beaches. Whether you’re a rock-pooler or a surfer, part of the bucket and spade brigade or just wanting to escape the crowds, it’s…
Cornish cider has come a long way over the past couple of thousand years. Contrary to the popular image of drunk and incapable farmers passed out next to gallon bottles of scrumpy, for much of its history cider has played…
‘A visit to King Doniert’s Stone makes the Dark Ages seem less dark.’ E. C. Axford. With all the talk of the mythical King Arthur is it easy to forget that Cornwall once had its own kings - real, living,…
Artists have long been drawn to Cornwall for its rugged, natural beauty, amazing light and picturesque towns. The south of the county is particularly well known for its artist communities and acclaimed galleries, with St Ives, Falmouth and Newlyn high…
The British Isles are suffused with myth. Scratch below the surface of any historic town or village and you’ll find a surprising local tale to delight or terrify. In Cornwall these legends somehow feel closer to the surface, and for…