Cornwall has long sparked creative imaginations, attracting artists, filmmakers and writers inspired by the region’s landscape and unique character. For children and the young at heart there’s also a great library of children’s literature to discover long before, during or…
In recent years diving into the chilly waters around the Cornish coast at Christmas time has become something of a tradition for many families. Though this is certainly not for the faint of heart, with a little preparation many swear…
As the weather becomes more wintery and the long, dark nights draw in it would be very easy to just stay at home and hibernate until spring, but, of course, if you do decide to venture outside there is always…
North Cornwall has been an important centre for pottery and ceramics since the late 18th century when large deposits of China clay were first discovered in the county’s mineral rich soil and used to produce fine white porcelain. This natural…
Bodmin Gaol has recently become one of the top visitor attractions in Cornwall after a multi-million pound investment saw part of the prison being redeveloped into a hotel. The museum revamped too, with new interactive displays and a 4D immersive…
If you think of the rugged Cornish coast, you’ll likely picture a few unchanging elements – wild seas, dogged fishing boats and granite cliffs. But that’s not all you can spot when you stand on Cornwall’s shores. You can add…
Situated above the golden sweep of Praa Sands on Mount’s Bay the gothic tower of Pengersick Castle has, in recent years, reinvented itself as a popular wedding venue. The elegant, historic building, set amongst a beautiful flower-filled garden, now oozes…
The harbour at Newlyn is Cornwall’s busiest, and one of the largest fishing ports in the UK, offering a safe refuge to its own fleet as well as visiting foreign vessels. There has been a harbour here for countless centuries,…
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…