Cornwall
In the most South Western corner of England, tapering into a rocky tip at Lands End, lies Cornwall, a county fiercely proud of its Celtic roots, tin mining past and inescapable relationship with the ocean. In recent times it's become synonymous with surfing, art, good food, laid-back beach lifestyle and a playground for outdoors enthusiasts.
Lovers of all things ‘ocean' will be in their element exploring picturesque fishing villages, drinking local ales in smuggler's inns, sampling freshly caught seafood, taking on new water sports or simply losing track of time on Cornwall's 300 or so beautiful golden beaches.
Walkers will relish the longest stretch of continuous coastline in Britain on the South West Coast Path. Inland, hundreds of miles of toe paths reveal a lesser known Cornwall of rugged moorland, ancient market towns and fascinating remains of prehistoric cultures.
Attractions old and new make for great days out for people of all ages and interests, whether it's a wander through a country garden or a visit to the huge biomes of the Eden project.
Take a look at the ideas below for more things to do in Cornwall, or for detailed information go to the official Visit Cornwall website.
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5 Must Sees
Cornish beaches
Surf, scuba dive, sail or simply lie on the sand and watch the clouds drift by. Cornwall has over 300 beaches to choose from!
Tintagel Castle
Legend has it that Tintagel is the birthplace of the noble King Arthur. This dramatic castle offers breathtaking coastal views and fascinating history.
Eden Project
This world famous global garden is housed in tropical biomes nestled in a crater the size of 30 football pitches. A gateway into the relationships between plants and people, and a fascinating insight into the story of man's dependence on plant life.
Padstow
Padstow's colourful harbour surrounded by pastel-washed medieval houses make it a great spot to watch the everyday ebb and flow of harbour life.
Tate St Ives
Take in an exhibition featuring the cream of local, national and international artists at this stunning beach front gallery.
5 Hidden Gems
Mousehole
Explore narrow lanes darting between charming cottages on the hillside around this walled harbour that Dylan Thomas called 'the loveliest in England'.
Lost Gardens of Heligan
This exuberant garden hosts a riot of luxuriant foliage, outstanding trees and inspiring views.
St Michael’s Mount
Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims over the causeway and discover legend, myths and over a thousand years of incredible history.