From sightseeing, the beach, the coastal footpath, walking, gardens, museums,
historic houses, castles and churches, fishing, golf to cycling or strolling along the Camel Trail
Places to See Peruse our suggestions for places to see during your Cornwall Holiday.
From the towns and villages to the beach
to castles, gardens, museums and galleries to historic houses.
The Good Beach Guide. From beaches in the resorts ,
to beaches down country lanes, where even in high summer
you may have one all to yourselves.
The Cornish Coast. A new section we are writing right now devoted entirely to the Coast of Cornwall, all 270 miles of it.
Illustrated with lots of nice pictures
Cycling in Cornwall. Nice Bike Rides. Whether you fancy an off road cycle with all the family on the very popular Camel Trail
along the beautiful Camel Estuary, or intend riding the 180 miles of the Cornish Way.
Prehistoric Cornwall. From iron age cliff top castles to the Merry Maidens. Legend has it that these
nine stones are maidens turned to stone for dancing on the Sabbath.
Walking in Cornwall. From the 260 miles of the Coastal Footpath to gentle strolls along wooded river valleys
Car Drives. Whether you are on holiday and fancy a day off the beach or just down for a weekend break Cornwall offers great car drives
Slide Shows. Whether you have 2 minutes or and hour to spare why not browse our eye-catching slide shows?
Golf Cornwall
from truly outstanding championship courses to
links courses with some of the best sea views.....
Wildlife
and Birdlife. From seabirds to seals to watching badgers on
a balmy summer's evening.
Country Houses. From the splendour of Lanhydrock and High Victorian, to the delightful Old Post Office
Cornwall Surfing
From surfing tuition to breaks only for the expert.
Please check opening days and times before setting out
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