The tale of St Piran. You will obviously be well-acquainted with the striking design of the Cornish flag, but did you know that the iconic layout was inspired by what a saint found in his fire? The patron saint of Cornwall has had many a tale told about him, and although most seem to revolve around his penchant for a couple of ales, his origin story is something to behold. Although known for good deeds and his abilities to heal,… Read More »The tale of St Piran.
Cornwalls cycling trails You are here, you’ve brought your bike, but now what? It takes a special kind of person to want to brave Cornish roads on two wheels, but luckily, we have lots of options for those who prefer a less terrifying cycling experience. Not all trails are created equal, so do your research before you head out! Camel Trail One of the most famous trails, this is the one to try if you like a flat meander punctuated… Read More »Cornwalls cycling trails.
Glorious gardens Cornwall is renowned for its beautiful and diverse horticulture, a happy product of the Gulf Stream which drags lovely warm air all the way across the Atlantic Ocean from Mexico. We may be just a few degrees shy of the Mexican heat and enjoy one of the highest levels of rainfall in the UK, but all this makes for some happy plants. Cornwall’s landscape ranges from rugged and windswept to lush and sup-tropical, and these varying topographies are… Read More »Glorious gardens.
Spring in Cornwall It’s not that we are competitive here in Cornwall, but we do like to get ahead of the rest of the country on certain things. Thanks to our milder climate, spring arrives here almost a full month before the rest of the country, and we now have a way of marking that day exactly. The Great Gardens of Cornwall have got together to create a daily report called The Spring Story, through which they monitor their champion… Read More »Spring in Cornwall.
Cornish festivals for summer 2025. Cornish festivals have come a long way since the days of a six pack of cider, a beach fire and a guitar (take me back…..!) and there is now a long list of events that span the whole summer season. Whatever your jam, you will find something to tick your festie boxes, so pack the car and let’s go! Rattler Fest Healeys Cider Farm 25-26 April This is the kind of festival that could… Read More »Cornish festivals 2025.
Romantic Cornwall. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, we could all do with a few ideas up our sleeve to help celebrate the day of love. Whether you fancy going big and bold with a chopper ride and a private chef, or sweet and simple with a snog and a spot of stargazing, Cornwall has it all. And if you can’t take a date, take a mate!! Take to the waves….. Take advantage of our incredible coastline, and head out… Read More »Romantic Cornwall.
Cornish Tipples… It’s a real cliché that the Cornish love a drink, but it’s hard not to sample the wares when the county produces such incredible options! From beers and wines to non-alcoholic beverages, these tipples are now known far and wide, even earning awards at international competitions. Why not pull up a chair and grab a glass, you are on holiday after all…….. Tarquin’s Gin, Padstow A real local success story, Tarquin went from a desk job in the… Read More »Cornish tipples.
Dog friendly pubs and restaurants. Cornwall is doggie heaven, so it’s only right that the poor old humans have a bit of fun too, right? When you have worked up an appetite stomping on the coast path or are in dire need of refreshment after a sprint along the beach, check out the list below for some of our favourite spots to enjoy a well-earned break at before the next walkies commence. Padstow Prawn on the Lawn If you see… Read More »Dog friendly pubs and restaurants.
Cornish myths and legends. Storytelling is an intrinsic part of Cornish culture, and as the counties deep pagan and Celtic traditions have woven their way through time, so have these tales of mermaids and giants. Some of these legends are echoed in Wales, Ireland and Brittany, albeit in different languages, as Celtic mythology flourished, and stories were shared between tribes. Whether these legends are based in reality or just a wee tale to keep the kids in line, we… Read More »Cornish myths and legends.
Life on the water. Nowhere in the UK is life more centred around the ocean than Cornwall. As a county that has deep roots in the fishing industry, the ocean has always been an intrinsic part of life, but now tourism and recreation have taken over as the main reasons people leap into the briny. With so many options for how to get on, in and under the waves to choose from, we have compiled a list of our favourite… Read More »Life on the water.
