Holywell Bay
Holywell Bay is one of the most recognisable beaches in the whole of Cornwall. The distinctive twin islands just offshore and the rolling dunes have appeared in both film and television but beyond the images of Ross and Demelza Poldark…
The Kilden Mor guide to the best North Cornwall beaches
If you’re heading down to North Cornwall for a seaside escape, you’ll really be spoiled for choice. Cornwall is home to no less than 400 different beaches, and the Atlantic coast on the north side of the county is where…
The Eden Project: what to know before you visit
One of the best things about Cornwall is that the county isn’t short of landmarks and attractions - and one of the most distinctive is the Eden Project. From its famous biomes to the vibrant collection of plants and trees…
The fascinating history and natural wonders of Crantock
Crantock is a popular village on Cornwall’s north coast just two miles from the tourist mecca of Newquay and nineteen miles from Padstow. With its gorgeous sandy beach, perfect for sandcastle building and swimming, and its picturesque setting Crantock is…
Discover the delights of Coverack Cove
Coverack Cove is a beautiful and historic coastal village tucked away on the southeast corner of the Lizard peninsula. This area of Cornwall remains relatively untouched by modern development and the hustle and bustle of modern life, making this pretty…
Trevose Head
Trevose Head, not far from Padstow, is one of the most spectacular headlands in the whole of Cornwall. Standing on the heights of this bulbus finger of rock offers the walker uninterrupted views of over 70 miles of stunning coastline…
Eight reasons to visit Cornwall in September
There’s never a bad time to visit Cornwall. Summer is glorious, the winter months atmospheric and mysterious, spring bountiful. But we’d like to argue the case for early autumn. After the schools go back in September and the crowds disperse,…
Constantine Bay and the story of The Wrecker, Tom Parsons
Constantine Bay is a wide sweep of coast about four miles west of Padstow on the wild Atlantic coast. It is named after a 6th century Cornish saint, St Constantine, whose ruined chapel and Holy Well can be found snuggled…
Whitsand Bay and the Sharrow Beach Grotto
With white sand running for three miles at low tide Whitsand Bay is not only one of the finest beaches in Cornwall but it is also one of the longest. Not to be confused with Whitesand Bay on the north…
The beauty of Penberth Cove
Penberth Cove lies close to Land’s End on the wild furthest tip of Cornwall. This picturesque cove huddles in a steep wooded valley on this rocky stretch of coast between Mousehole and Treen and it probably best known for appearing…