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…
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…