Crumbly Yarg cheese, meat-stuffed pasties, clotted cream... The endless list of Cornish delicacies literally rolls off the tongue. Work up an appetite surfing off Atlantic coves, ambling across granite moors or striding out on the South West Coast Path across sandy beaches and wild flower-strewn clifftops. Be prepared for plenty of sky and lots of attractions, days out and family trips that will let you take advantage of the often stunning weather. It's easy to see why England's southwest toe with its super-quaint harbour towns has inspired celebrity chefs to take up residence. Green fingers? Potter round Cornwall's lush gardens that can be found at rambling stately homes and the modern biomes of the Eden Project alike.
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Crumbly Yarg cheese, meat-stuffed pasties, clotted cream... The endless list of Cornish delicacies literally rolls off the tongue. Work up an appetite surfing off Atlantic coves, ambling across granite moors or striding out on the South West Coast Path across sandy beaches and wild flower-strewn clifftops. Be prepared for plenty of sky and lots of attractions, days out and family trips that will let you take advantage of the often stunning weather. It's easy to see why England's southwest toe with its super-quaint harbour towns has inspired celebrity chefs to take up residence. Green fingers? Potter round Cornwall's lush gardens that can be found at rambling stately homes and the modern biomes of the Eden Project alike.
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Discover The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Explore hidden paths and bamboo tunnels on this aristocratic Cornwall estate.
Heligan, Cornwall
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Broaden your horizons at Eden Project
Five biomes make for one of Britain's most impressive eco-attractions in the hills of Cornwall.
St Austell, Cornwall
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Explore the Barbara Hepworth Museum
Whether you’re a garden lover, art aficionado or simply a St Ives devotee you can’t fail to fall for the magic of the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden.
St Ives, Cornwall
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Relax and reconnect on a romantic Cornish coastal break
It’s all about you and your time together at Headland Hotel and Spa, where you can connect with each other, the ocean and the wild Cornish coastline.
Location: Newquay, Cornwall
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See the Excitement of the Pilot Gigs Championship
Although now pilot gigs are raced purely for pleasure, their heritage on Scilly is ingrained in island life. Experience the excitement for yourself!
Location: Isles of Scilly
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Sea view rooms and aromatherapy at St Michael’s
Pamper yourself with spa treatments and sub-tropical gardens at a Cornish gem.
Location: Falmouth, Cornwall
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Discover the Delicious Tastes of Padstow
Nestled in the Camel Estuary Padstow has become known for its culinary prowess with restaurants offering fine dining and quality local produce.
Location: Padstow, Cornwall
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Ride a horse across Perranporth beach
Enjoy an exhilarating gallop through the Atlantic waves and three miles of golden sand at Cornwall’s popular Perranporth beach.
Location: Perranporth, Cornwall
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Get Romantic on a Break to Scilly
Stay in a 16th Century castle, a 19th Century Townhouse or a harbourside inn and enjoy a romantic break on the stunning Isles of Scilly.
Location: Isles of Scilly
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Learn to paint in St Ives
St Ives is renowned for being a spectacular seaside town encouraging painters to put brush to paper and paint a picture perfect moment.
Location: St Ives, Cornwall
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Get Active and go Coasteering
Climb, scramble, swim and jump your way along the Scilly coastline, and get a whole different perspective. You can explore sheer cliffs, rocky coves, and stupendous jumps in beautiful locations not accessible any other way except by coasteering.
Location: Isles of Scilly
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Wander along sparkling Scilly beaches
With sparkling white sands reminiscent of the Caribbean, Scilly is a tropical break that is close to home.
Location: Isles of Scilly, Cornwall
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Take a break to picturesque Falmouth
Based around a thriving harbour Falmouth is gateway to the beautiful Fal River which runs through an Area Of Natural Beauty.
Location: Falmouth, Cornwall
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Learn to windsurf in Hayle
Offering great windsurfing conditions, visitors can enjoy lessons from qualified instructors, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cornish coast.
Location: Hayle, Cornwall
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A perfect Cornish getaway
This peaceful village used to be a hotbed for smugglers but remains a Cornish delight to escape to at any time of the year.
Location: Cawsand, Cornwall
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Escape to Port Isaac for a coastal break
Port Isaac is a traditional fishing village with a vibrant local community in north Cornwall, home to the TV series Doc Martin starring Martin Clunes.
Location: Port Issac, Cornwall
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Discover Dazzling Birds and Wildlife
People flock to Scilly to come and enjoy our rich and diverse birdlife, so plan your break here to see some of the UK's wildest residents.
Location: Isles of Scilly
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Explore the rugged wilderness of Bodmin Moor
Lace up your hiking boots and experience Cornwall at its most rural and rugged by ambling over Bodmin Moor.
Location: Bodmin moor, Cornwall
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Eat, drink and be merry at the Newlyn Fish Festival
Celebrate the Cornish fishing community’s hard work and delicious produce at the Newlyn Fish Festival.
Location: Newlyn, Cornwall
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Enter Daphne du Maurier’s world in Fowey
Use the Fowey Festival as an opportunity to explore the town and countryside that inspired Daphne du Maurier.
Location: Fowey, Cornwall
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